Holi 2028 Date — Saturday, March 11, 2028
When is Holi in 2028? Holi 2028 falls on Saturday, March 11, 2028.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2028 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 4 March 2028 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 10 March 2028 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 11 March 2028 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 15 March 2028 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Tue, 23 March 2027 |
| 2028 | Sat, 11 March 2028 |
| 2029 | Thu, 1 March 2029 |
| 2030 | Wed, 20 March 2030 |
| 2031 | Mon, 10 March 2031 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2028
- Holika Dahan 2028 date — Fri, 10 March 2028
- Ugadi 2028 date — Mon, 27 March 2028
- Gudi Padwa 2028 date — Mon, 27 March 2028
- Chaitra Navratri 2028 date — Mon, 27 March 2028
- Maha Shivaratri 2028 date — Wed, 23 February 2028
- Ram Navami 2028 date — Tue, 4 April 2028
- Hanuman Jayanti 2028 date — Sun, 9 April 2028
- Thaipusam 2028 date — Thu, 10 February 2028
- Vishu 2028 date — Thu, 13 April 2028
- Baisakhi 2028 date — Thu, 13 April 2028
- Tamil Puthandu 2028 date — Thu, 13 April 2028
- Vasant Panchami 2028 date — Tue, 1 February 2028
