Holi 2013 Date — Thursday, March 28, 2013
When is Holi in 2013? Holi 2013 falls on Thursday, March 28, 2013.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2013 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Wed, 20 March 2013 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 27 March 2013 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 28 March 2013 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sun, 31 March 2013 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Fri, 9 March 2012 |
| 2013 | Thu, 28 March 2013 |
| 2014 | Mon, 17 March 2014 |
| 2015 | Fri, 6 March 2015 |
| 2016 | Thu, 24 March 2016 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2013
- Holika Dahan 2013 date — Wed, 27 March 2013
- Ugadi 2013 date — Thu, 11 April 2013
- Gudi Padwa 2013 date — Thu, 11 April 2013
- Chaitra Navratri 2013 date — Thu, 11 April 2013
- Vishu 2013 date — Sun, 14 April 2013
- Baisakhi 2013 date — Sun, 14 April 2013
- Tamil Puthandu 2013 date — Sun, 14 April 2013
- Maha Shivaratri 2013 date — Sun, 10 March 2013
- Ram Navami 2013 date — Sat, 20 April 2013
- Hanuman Jayanti 2013 date — Thu, 25 April 2013
- Thaipusam 2013 date — Mon, 25 February 2013
- Vasant Panchami 2013 date — Fri, 15 February 2013
