Holi 2056 Date — Thursday, March 2, 2056
When is Holi in 2056? Holi 2056 falls on Thursday, March 2, 2056.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2056 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 24 February 2056 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 1 March 2056 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 2 March 2056 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Mon, 6 March 2056 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2055 | Sun, 14 March 2055 |
| 2056 | Thu, 2 March 2056 |
| 2057 | Wed, 21 March 2057 |
| 2058 | Mon, 11 March 2058 |
| 2059 | Sun, 30 March 2059 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2056
- Holika Dahan 2056 date — Wed, 1 March 2056
- Ugadi 2056 date — Fri, 17 March 2056
- Gudi Padwa 2056 date — Fri, 17 March 2056
- Chaitra Navratri 2056 date — Fri, 17 March 2056
- Maha Shivaratri 2056 date — Mon, 14 February 2056
- Ram Navami 2056 date — Sat, 25 March 2056
- Hanuman Jayanti 2056 date — Fri, 31 March 2056
- Thaipusam 2056 date — Tue, 1 February 2056
- Vasant Panchami 2056 date — Fri, 21 January 2056
- Vishu 2056 date — Fri, 14 April 2056
- Baisakhi 2056 date — Fri, 14 April 2056
- Tamil Puthandu 2056 date — Fri, 14 April 2056
