Holi 2043 Date — Thursday, March 26, 2043
When is Holi in 2043? Holi 2043 falls on Thursday, March 26, 2043.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2043 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Wed, 18 March 2043 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 25 March 2043 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 26 March 2043 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Mon, 30 March 2043 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2042 | Fri, 7 March 2042 |
| 2043 | Thu, 26 March 2043 |
| 2044 | Mon, 14 March 2044 |
| 2045 | Sat, 4 March 2045 |
| 2046 | Fri, 23 March 2046 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2043
- Holika Dahan 2043 date — Wed, 25 March 2043
- Ugadi 2043 date — Fri, 10 April 2043
- Gudi Padwa 2043 date — Fri, 10 April 2043
- Chaitra Navratri 2043 date — Fri, 10 April 2043
- Vishu 2043 date — Tue, 14 April 2043
- Baisakhi 2043 date — Tue, 14 April 2043
- Tamil Puthandu 2043 date — Tue, 14 April 2043
- Ram Navami 2043 date — Fri, 17 April 2043
- Hanuman Jayanti 2043 date — Fri, 24 April 2043
- Thaipusam 2043 date — Mon, 23 February 2043
- Vasant Panchami 2043 date — Sat, 14 February 2043
- Akshaya Tritiya 2043 date — Mon, 11 May 2043
