Holi 2011 Date — Sunday, March 20, 2011
When is Holi in 2011? Holi 2011 falls on Sunday, March 20, 2011.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2011 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sun, 13 March 2011 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sat, 19 March 2011 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sun, 20 March 2011 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Thu, 24 March 2011 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2010 | Mon, 1 March 2010 |
| 2011 | Sun, 20 March 2011 |
| 2012 | Fri, 9 March 2012 |
| 2013 | Thu, 28 March 2013 |
| 2014 | Mon, 17 March 2014 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2011
- Holika Dahan 2011 date — Sat, 19 March 2011
- Ugadi 2011 date — Mon, 4 April 2011
- Gudi Padwa 2011 date — Mon, 4 April 2011
- Chaitra Navratri 2011 date — Mon, 4 April 2011
- Maha Shivaratri 2011 date — Thu, 3 March 2011
- Ram Navami 2011 date — Tue, 12 April 2011
- Vishu 2011 date — Thu, 14 April 2011
- Baisakhi 2011 date — Thu, 14 April 2011
- Tamil Puthandu 2011 date — Thu, 14 April 2011
- Hanuman Jayanti 2011 date — Mon, 18 April 2011
- Thaipusam 2011 date — Fri, 18 February 2011
- Vasant Panchami 2011 date — Tue, 8 February 2011
