Holi 2031 Date — Monday, March 10, 2031
When is Holi in 2031? Holi 2031 falls on Monday, March 10, 2031.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2031 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 1 March 2031 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 9 March 2031 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 10 March 2031 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Thu, 13 March 2031 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2030 | Wed, 20 March 2030 |
| 2031 | Mon, 10 March 2031 |
| 2032 | Sat, 27 March 2032 |
| 2033 | Thu, 17 March 2033 |
| 2034 | Mon, 6 March 2034 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2031
- Holika Dahan 2031 date — Sun, 9 March 2031
- Ugadi 2031 date — Mon, 24 March 2031
- Gudi Padwa 2031 date — Mon, 24 March 2031
- Chaitra Navratri 2031 date — Mon, 24 March 2031
- Maha Shivaratri 2031 date — Thu, 20 February 2031
- Ram Navami 2031 date — Tue, 1 April 2031
- Hanuman Jayanti 2031 date — Mon, 7 April 2031
- Thaipusam 2031 date — Fri, 7 February 2031
- Vishu 2031 date — Mon, 14 April 2031
- Baisakhi 2031 date — Mon, 14 April 2031
- Tamil Puthandu 2031 date — Mon, 14 April 2031
- Vasant Panchami 2031 date — Mon, 27 January 2031
