Holi 2004 Date — Sunday, March 7, 2004
When is Holi in 2004? Holi 2004 falls on Sunday, March 7, 2004.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2004 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 28 February 2004 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sat, 6 March 2004 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sun, 7 March 2004 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Thu, 11 March 2004 |
About Holi
Holi celebrates the victory of devotion over ego (Holika Dahan) and the playful colors of spring (Rangwali Holi). It is tied to Krishna’s leelas in Braj and to seasonal renewal across North India, with related observances elsewhere.
How to observe
On Holika Dahan eve, many communities light a bonfire with prayers. The next day, people play with colors, share gujiya and sweets, and visit temples. Use skin-safe colors and respect local rules about water and public spaces.
Why we celebrate
Victory of Prahlada's devotion over Hiranyakashipu; burning of Holika. Celebrates spring, forgiveness, and Krishna's leela in Braj.
How it is celebrated
Play with colors, water, music; community harmony. In Braj, Lathmar Holi and temple celebrations.
Puja timing
Holika Dahan on Purnima evening; Holi colors next morning (Parva). Puja of Holika before bonfire.
Foods & offerings
Gujiya, malpua, thandai, puran poli, dahi vada — regional sweets.
Rituals
- Collect wood; Holika dahan after sunset with parikrama.
- Offer grains, coconut to fire; apply ash for protection.
- Next morning: apply gulal, visit friends and elders.
- Seek forgiveness and renew relationships.
Holi dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2003 | Wed, 19 March 2003 |
| 2004 | Sun, 7 March 2004 |
| 2005 | Sat, 26 March 2005 |
| 2006 | Wed, 15 March 2006 |
| 2007 | Sun, 4 March 2007 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2004
- Holika Dahan 2004 date — Sat, 6 March 2004
- Ugadi 2004 date — Sun, 21 March 2004
- Gudi Padwa 2004 date — Sun, 21 March 2004
- Chaitra Navratri 2004 date — Sun, 21 March 2004
- Ram Navami 2004 date — Tue, 30 March 2004
- Hanuman Jayanti 2004 date — Mon, 5 April 2004
- Thaipusam 2004 date — Fri, 6 February 2004
- Vishu 2004 date — Tue, 13 April 2004
- Baisakhi 2004 date — Tue, 13 April 2004
- Tamil Puthandu 2004 date — Tue, 13 April 2004
- Vasant Panchami 2004 date — Mon, 26 January 2004
- Akshaya Tritiya 2004 date — Thu, 22 April 2004
