Holi 2049 Date — Saturday, March 20, 2049
When is Holi in 2049? Holi 2049 falls on Saturday, March 20, 2049.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2049 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 11 March 2049 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 19 March 2049 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 20 March 2049 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 24 March 2049 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2048 | Sun, 1 March 2048 |
| 2049 | Sat, 20 March 2049 |
| 2050 | Wed, 9 March 2050 |
| 2051 | Tue, 28 March 2051 |
| 2052 | Sat, 16 March 2052 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2049
- Holika Dahan 2049 date — Fri, 19 March 2049
- Ugadi 2049 date — Sat, 3 April 2049
- Gudi Padwa 2049 date — Sat, 3 April 2049
- Chaitra Navratri 2049 date — Sat, 3 April 2049
- Maha Shivaratri 2049 date — Tue, 2 March 2049
- Ram Navami 2049 date — Sun, 11 April 2049
- Vishu 2049 date — Wed, 14 April 2049
- Baisakhi 2049 date — Wed, 14 April 2049
- Tamil Puthandu 2049 date — Wed, 14 April 2049
- Hanuman Jayanti 2049 date — Sun, 18 April 2049
- Thaipusam 2049 date — Wed, 17 February 2049
- Vasant Panchami 2049 date — Sun, 7 February 2049
