Holi 2066 Date — Friday, March 12, 2066
When is Holi in 2066? Holi 2066 falls on Friday, March 12, 2066.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2066 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 4 March 2066 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 11 March 2066 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 12 March 2066 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Tue, 16 March 2066 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2065 | Mon, 23 March 2065 |
| 2066 | Fri, 12 March 2066 |
| 2067 | Wed, 2 March 2067 |
| 2068 | Mon, 19 March 2068 |
| 2069 | Fri, 8 March 2069 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2066
- Holika Dahan 2066 date — Thu, 11 March 2066
- Ugadi 2066 date — Fri, 26 March 2066
- Gudi Padwa 2066 date — Fri, 26 March 2066
- Chaitra Navratri 2066 date — Fri, 26 March 2066
- Maha Shivaratri 2066 date — Mon, 22 February 2066
- Ram Navami 2066 date — Sun, 4 April 2066
- Hanuman Jayanti 2066 date — Sat, 10 April 2066
- Thaipusam 2066 date — Wed, 10 February 2066
- Vishu 2066 date — Wed, 14 April 2066
- Baisakhi 2066 date — Wed, 14 April 2066
- Tamil Puthandu 2066 date — Wed, 14 April 2066
- Vasant Panchami 2066 date — Sat, 30 January 2066
