Holi 2078 Date — Tuesday, March 29, 2078
When is Holi in 2078? Holi 2078 falls on Tuesday, March 29, 2078.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2078 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Mon, 21 March 2078 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Mon, 28 March 2078 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Tue, 29 March 2078 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Sat, 2 April 2078 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2077 | Wed, 10 March 2077 |
| 2078 | Tue, 29 March 2078 |
| 2079 | Sat, 18 March 2079 |
| 2080 | Wed, 6 March 2080 |
| 2081 | Tue, 25 March 2081 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2078
- Holika Dahan 2078 date — Mon, 28 March 2078
- Ugadi 2078 date — Wed, 13 April 2078
- Gudi Padwa 2078 date — Wed, 13 April 2078
- Chaitra Navratri 2078 date — Wed, 13 April 2078
- Vishu 2078 date — Thu, 14 April 2078
- Baisakhi 2078 date — Thu, 14 April 2078
- Tamil Puthandu 2078 date — Thu, 14 April 2078
- Maha Shivaratri 2078 date — Sat, 12 March 2078
- Ram Navami 2078 date — Wed, 20 April 2078
- Hanuman Jayanti 2078 date — Wed, 27 April 2078
- Thaipusam 2078 date — Sat, 26 February 2078
- Vasant Panchami 2078 date — Wed, 16 February 2078
