Holi 2046 Date — Friday, March 23, 2046
When is Holi in 2046? Holi 2046 falls on Friday, March 23, 2046.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2046 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Fri, 16 March 2046 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 22 March 2046 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 23 March 2046 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Mon, 26 March 2046 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2045 | Sat, 4 March 2045 |
| 2046 | Fri, 23 March 2046 |
| 2047 | Tue, 12 March 2047 |
| 2048 | Sun, 1 March 2048 |
| 2049 | Sat, 20 March 2049 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2046
- Holika Dahan 2046 date — Thu, 22 March 2046
- Ugadi 2046 date — Sat, 7 April 2046
- Gudi Padwa 2046 date — Sat, 7 April 2046
- Chaitra Navratri 2046 date — Sat, 7 April 2046
- Maha Shivaratri 2046 date — Tue, 6 March 2046
- Vishu 2046 date — Sat, 14 April 2046
- Baisakhi 2046 date — Sat, 14 April 2046
- Tamil Puthandu 2046 date — Sat, 14 April 2046
- Ram Navami 2046 date — Sun, 15 April 2046
- Hanuman Jayanti 2046 date — Fri, 20 April 2046
- Thaipusam 2046 date — Tue, 20 February 2046
- Vasant Panchami 2046 date — Sun, 11 February 2046
