Holi 2027 Date — Tuesday, March 23, 2027
When is Holi in 2027? Holi 2027 falls on Tuesday, March 23, 2027.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2027 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Tue, 16 March 2027 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Mon, 22 March 2027 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Tue, 23 March 2027 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sat, 27 March 2027 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Wed, 4 March 2026 |
| 2027 | Tue, 23 March 2027 |
| 2028 | Sat, 11 March 2028 |
| 2029 | Thu, 1 March 2029 |
| 2030 | Wed, 20 March 2030 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2027
- Holika Dahan 2027 date — Mon, 22 March 2027
- Ugadi 2027 date — Wed, 7 April 2027
- Gudi Padwa 2027 date — Wed, 7 April 2027
- Chaitra Navratri 2027 date — Wed, 7 April 2027
- Maha Shivaratri 2027 date — Sat, 6 March 2027
- Vishu 2027 date — Wed, 14 April 2027
- Baisakhi 2027 date — Wed, 14 April 2027
- Tamil Puthandu 2027 date — Wed, 14 April 2027
- Ram Navami 2027 date — Thu, 15 April 2027
- Hanuman Jayanti 2027 date — Tue, 20 April 2027
- Thaipusam 2027 date — Sat, 20 February 2027
- Vasant Panchami 2027 date — Thu, 11 February 2027
