Holi 2042 Date — Friday, March 7, 2042
When is Holi in 2042? Holi 2042 falls on Friday, March 7, 2042.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2042 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 27 February 2042 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 6 March 2042 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 7 March 2042 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 12 March 2042 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2041 | Mon, 18 March 2041 |
| 2042 | Fri, 7 March 2042 |
| 2043 | Thu, 26 March 2043 |
| 2044 | Mon, 14 March 2044 |
| 2045 | Sat, 4 March 2045 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2042
- Holika Dahan 2042 date — Thu, 6 March 2042
- Ugadi 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Gudi Padwa 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Chaitra Navratri 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Ram Navami 2042 date — Sat, 29 March 2042
- Hanuman Jayanti 2042 date — Sat, 5 April 2042
- Thaipusam 2042 date — Tue, 4 February 2042
- Vishu 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Baisakhi 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Tamil Puthandu 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Vasant Panchami 2042 date — Sun, 26 January 2042
- Maha Shivaratri 2042 date — Mon, 20 January 2042
