Holi 2044 Date — Monday, March 14, 2044
When is Holi in 2044? Holi 2044 falls on Monday, March 14, 2044.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2044 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Mon, 7 March 2044 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 13 March 2044 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 14 March 2044 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Fri, 18 March 2044 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2043 | Thu, 26 March 2043 |
| 2044 | Mon, 14 March 2044 |
| 2045 | Sat, 4 March 2045 |
| 2046 | Fri, 23 March 2046 |
| 2047 | Tue, 12 March 2047 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2044
- Holika Dahan 2044 date — Sun, 13 March 2044
- Maha Shivaratri 2044 date — Sat, 27 February 2044
- Ugadi 2044 date — Wed, 30 March 2044
- Gudi Padwa 2044 date — Wed, 30 March 2044
- Chaitra Navratri 2044 date — Wed, 30 March 2044
- Ram Navami 2044 date — Wed, 6 April 2044
- Hanuman Jayanti 2044 date — Tue, 12 April 2044
- Thaipusam 2044 date — Sat, 13 February 2044
- Vishu 2044 date — Thu, 14 April 2044
- Baisakhi 2044 date — Thu, 14 April 2044
- Tamil Puthandu 2044 date — Thu, 14 April 2044
- Vasant Panchami 2044 date — Thu, 4 February 2044
