Holi 2069 Date — Friday, March 8, 2069
When is Holi in 2069? Holi 2069 falls on Friday, March 8, 2069.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2069 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 28 February 2069 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 7 March 2069 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 8 March 2069 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 13 March 2069 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2068 | Mon, 19 March 2068 |
| 2069 | Fri, 8 March 2069 |
| 2070 | Thu, 27 March 2070 |
| 2071 | Mon, 16 March 2071 |
| 2072 | Sat, 5 March 2072 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2069
- Holika Dahan 2069 date — Thu, 7 March 2069
- Ugadi 2069 date — Sat, 23 March 2069
- Gudi Padwa 2069 date — Sat, 23 March 2069
- Chaitra Navratri 2069 date — Sat, 23 March 2069
- Maha Shivaratri 2069 date — Wed, 20 February 2069
- Ram Navami 2069 date — Sun, 31 March 2069
- Hanuman Jayanti 2069 date — Sat, 6 April 2069
- Thaipusam 2069 date — Wed, 6 February 2069
- Vishu 2069 date — Sun, 14 April 2069
- Baisakhi 2069 date — Sun, 14 April 2069
- Tamil Puthandu 2069 date — Sun, 14 April 2069
- Vasant Panchami 2069 date — Sun, 27 January 2069
