Holi 2029 Date — Thursday, March 1, 2029
When is Holi in 2029? Holi 2029 falls on Thursday, March 1, 2029.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2029 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 22 February 2029 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 28 February 2029 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 1 March 2029 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sun, 4 March 2029 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2028 | Sat, 11 March 2028 |
| 2029 | Thu, 1 March 2029 |
| 2030 | Wed, 20 March 2030 |
| 2031 | Mon, 10 March 2031 |
| 2032 | Sat, 27 March 2032 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2029
- Holika Dahan 2029 date — Wed, 28 February 2029
- Maha Shivaratri 2029 date — Sun, 11 February 2029
- Thaipusam 2029 date — Tue, 30 January 2029
- Vasant Panchami 2029 date — Fri, 19 January 2029
- Ugadi 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Gudi Padwa 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Chaitra Navratri 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Vishu 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Baisakhi 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Tamil Puthandu 2029 date — Sat, 14 April 2029
- Pongal 2029 date — Sun, 14 January 2029
- Makar Sankranti 2029 date — Sun, 14 January 2029
