Holi 2071 Date — Monday, March 16, 2071
When is Holi in 2071? Holi 2071 falls on Monday, March 16, 2071.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2071 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Mon, 9 March 2071 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Mon, 16 March 2071 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 16 March 2071 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Fri, 20 March 2071 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2070 | Thu, 27 March 2070 |
| 2071 | Mon, 16 March 2071 |
| 2072 | Sat, 5 March 2072 |
| 2073 | Fri, 24 March 2073 |
| 2074 | Wed, 14 March 2074 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2071
- Holika Dahan 2071 date — Mon, 16 March 2071
- Maha Shivaratri 2071 date — Sat, 28 February 2071
- Ugadi 2071 date — Wed, 1 April 2071
- Gudi Padwa 2071 date — Wed, 1 April 2071
- Chaitra Navratri 2071 date — Wed, 1 April 2071
- Ram Navami 2071 date — Wed, 8 April 2071
- Hanuman Jayanti 2071 date — Tue, 14 April 2071
- Vishu 2071 date — Tue, 14 April 2071
- Baisakhi 2071 date — Tue, 14 April 2071
- Tamil Puthandu 2071 date — Tue, 14 April 2071
- Thaipusam 2071 date — Sat, 14 February 2071
- Vasant Panchami 2071 date — Thu, 5 February 2071
