Holi 2061 Date — Monday, March 7, 2061
When is Holi in 2061? Holi 2061 falls on Monday, March 7, 2061.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2061 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sun, 27 February 2061 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 6 March 2061 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 7 March 2061 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Fri, 11 March 2061 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2060 | Thu, 18 March 2060 |
| 2061 | Mon, 7 March 2061 |
| 2062 | Sun, 26 March 2062 |
| 2063 | Thu, 15 March 2063 |
| 2064 | Tue, 4 March 2064 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2061
- Holika Dahan 2061 date — Sun, 6 March 2061
- Ugadi 2061 date — Tue, 22 March 2061
- Gudi Padwa 2061 date — Tue, 22 March 2061
- Chaitra Navratri 2061 date — Tue, 22 March 2061
- Maha Shivaratri 2061 date — Fri, 18 February 2061
- Ram Navami 2061 date — Tue, 29 March 2061
- Hanuman Jayanti 2061 date — Mon, 4 April 2061
- Thaipusam 2061 date — Fri, 4 February 2061
- Vishu 2061 date — Thu, 14 April 2061
- Baisakhi 2061 date — Thu, 14 April 2061
- Tamil Puthandu 2061 date — Thu, 14 April 2061
- Vasant Panchami 2061 date — Wed, 26 January 2061
