Holi 2008 Date — Saturday, March 22, 2008
When is Holi in 2008? Holi 2008 falls on Saturday, March 22, 2008.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2008 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Fri, 14 March 2008 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 21 March 2008 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 22 March 2008 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Thu, 27 March 2008 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2007 | Sun, 4 March 2007 |
| 2008 | Sat, 22 March 2008 |
| 2009 | Wed, 11 March 2009 |
| 2010 | Mon, 1 March 2010 |
| 2011 | Sun, 20 March 2011 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2008
- Holika Dahan 2008 date — Fri, 21 March 2008
- Maha Shivaratri 2008 date — Thu, 6 March 2008
- Ugadi 2008 date — Mon, 7 April 2008
- Gudi Padwa 2008 date — Mon, 7 April 2008
- Chaitra Navratri 2008 date — Mon, 7 April 2008
- Vishu 2008 date — Sun, 13 April 2008
- Baisakhi 2008 date — Sun, 13 April 2008
- Tamil Puthandu 2008 date — Sun, 13 April 2008
- Ram Navami 2008 date — Mon, 14 April 2008
- Hanuman Jayanti 2008 date — Sun, 20 April 2008
- Thaipusam 2008 date — Thu, 21 February 2008
- Vasant Panchami 2008 date — Mon, 11 February 2008
