Holi 2009 Date — Wednesday, March 11, 2009
When is Holi in 2009? Holi 2009 falls on Wednesday, March 11, 2009.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2009 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Wed, 4 March 2009 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 11 March 2009 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Wed, 11 March 2009 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sun, 15 March 2009 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2008 | Sat, 22 March 2008 |
| 2009 | Wed, 11 March 2009 |
| 2010 | Mon, 1 March 2010 |
| 2011 | Sun, 20 March 2011 |
| 2012 | Fri, 9 March 2012 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2009
- Holika Dahan 2009 date — Wed, 11 March 2009
- Maha Shivaratri 2009 date — Mon, 23 February 2009
- Ugadi 2009 date — Fri, 27 March 2009
- Gudi Padwa 2009 date — Fri, 27 March 2009
- Chaitra Navratri 2009 date — Fri, 27 March 2009
- Ram Navami 2009 date — Fri, 3 April 2009
- Hanuman Jayanti 2009 date — Thu, 9 April 2009
- Thaipusam 2009 date — Mon, 9 February 2009
- Vishu 2009 date — Tue, 14 April 2009
- Baisakhi 2009 date — Tue, 14 April 2009
- Tamil Puthandu 2009 date — Tue, 14 April 2009
- Vasant Panchami 2009 date — Sat, 31 January 2009
