Holi 2068 Date — Monday, March 19, 2068
When is Holi in 2068? Holi 2068 falls on Monday, March 19, 2068.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2068 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sun, 11 March 2068 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 18 March 2068 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 19 March 2068 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sat, 24 March 2068 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2067 | Wed, 2 March 2067 |
| 2068 | Mon, 19 March 2068 |
| 2069 | Fri, 8 March 2069 |
| 2070 | Thu, 27 March 2070 |
| 2071 | Mon, 16 March 2071 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2068
- Holika Dahan 2068 date — Sun, 18 March 2068
- Ugadi 2068 date — Tue, 3 April 2068
- Gudi Padwa 2068 date — Tue, 3 April 2068
- Chaitra Navratri 2068 date — Tue, 3 April 2068
- Maha Shivaratri 2068 date — Fri, 2 March 2068
- Ram Navami 2068 date — Tue, 10 April 2068
- Vishu 2068 date — Sat, 14 April 2068
- Baisakhi 2068 date — Sat, 14 April 2068
- Tamil Puthandu 2068 date — Sat, 14 April 2068
- Hanuman Jayanti 2068 date — Tue, 17 April 2068
- Thaipusam 2068 date — Sat, 18 February 2068
- Vasant Panchami 2068 date — Tue, 7 February 2068
