Holi 2048 Date — Sunday, March 1, 2048
When is Holi in 2048? Holi 2048 falls on Sunday, March 1, 2048.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2048 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 22 February 2048 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sat, 29 February 2048 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sun, 1 March 2048 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Thu, 5 March 2048 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2047 | Tue, 12 March 2047 |
| 2048 | Sun, 1 March 2048 |
| 2049 | Sat, 20 March 2049 |
| 2050 | Wed, 9 March 2050 |
| 2051 | Tue, 28 March 2051 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2048
- Holika Dahan 2048 date — Sat, 29 February 2048
- Maha Shivaratri 2048 date — Wed, 12 February 2048
- Thaipusam 2048 date — Thu, 30 January 2048
- Vasant Panchami 2048 date — Mon, 20 January 2048
- Ugadi 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Gudi Padwa 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Chaitra Navratri 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Vishu 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Baisakhi 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Tamil Puthandu 2048 date — Tue, 14 April 2048
- Pongal 2048 date — Wed, 15 January 2048
- Makar Sankranti 2048 date — Wed, 15 January 2048
