Holi 2073 Date — Friday, March 24, 2073
When is Holi in 2073? Holi 2073 falls on Friday, March 24, 2073.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2073 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Fri, 17 March 2073 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 23 March 2073 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 24 March 2073 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Tue, 28 March 2073 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2072 | Sat, 5 March 2072 |
| 2073 | Fri, 24 March 2073 |
| 2074 | Wed, 14 March 2074 |
| 2075 | Sun, 3 March 2075 |
| 2076 | Sat, 21 March 2076 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2073
- Holika Dahan 2073 date — Thu, 23 March 2073
- Ugadi 2073 date — Sat, 8 April 2073
- Gudi Padwa 2073 date — Sat, 8 April 2073
- Chaitra Navratri 2073 date — Sat, 8 April 2073
- Maha Shivaratri 2073 date — Tue, 7 March 2073
- Vishu 2073 date — Fri, 14 April 2073
- Baisakhi 2073 date — Fri, 14 April 2073
- Tamil Puthandu 2073 date — Fri, 14 April 2073
- Ram Navami 2073 date — Sun, 16 April 2073
- Hanuman Jayanti 2073 date — Sat, 22 April 2073
- Thaipusam 2073 date — Wed, 22 February 2073
- Vasant Panchami 2073 date — Sun, 12 February 2073
