Holi 2040 Date — Thursday, March 29, 2040
When is Holi in 2040? Holi 2040 falls on Thursday, March 29, 2040.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2040 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Wed, 21 March 2040 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 28 March 2040 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 29 March 2040 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Mon, 2 April 2040 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2039 | Fri, 11 March 2039 |
| 2040 | Thu, 29 March 2040 |
| 2041 | Mon, 18 March 2041 |
| 2042 | Fri, 7 March 2042 |
| 2043 | Thu, 26 March 2043 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2040
- Holika Dahan 2040 date — Wed, 28 March 2040
- Ugadi 2040 date — Thu, 12 April 2040
- Gudi Padwa 2040 date — Thu, 12 April 2040
- Chaitra Navratri 2040 date — Thu, 12 April 2040
- Vishu 2040 date — Fri, 13 April 2040
- Baisakhi 2040 date — Fri, 13 April 2040
- Tamil Puthandu 2040 date — Fri, 13 April 2040
- Maha Shivaratri 2040 date — Sun, 11 March 2040
- Ram Navami 2040 date — Sat, 21 April 2040
- Hanuman Jayanti 2040 date — Fri, 27 April 2040
- Thaipusam 2040 date — Mon, 27 February 2040
- Vasant Panchami 2040 date — Fri, 17 February 2040
