Holi 2079 Date — Saturday, March 18, 2079
When is Holi in 2079? Holi 2079 falls on Saturday, March 18, 2079.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2079 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Fri, 10 March 2079 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 17 March 2079 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 18 March 2079 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 22 March 2079 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2078 | Tue, 29 March 2078 |
| 2079 | Sat, 18 March 2079 |
| 2080 | Wed, 6 March 2080 |
| 2081 | Tue, 25 March 2081 |
| 2082 | Sun, 15 March 2082 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2079
- Holika Dahan 2079 date — Fri, 17 March 2079
- Ugadi 2079 date — Sun, 2 April 2079
- Gudi Padwa 2079 date — Sun, 2 April 2079
- Chaitra Navratri 2079 date — Sun, 2 April 2079
- Maha Shivaratri 2079 date — Thu, 2 March 2079
- Ram Navami 2079 date — Mon, 10 April 2079
- Vishu 2079 date — Fri, 14 April 2079
- Baisakhi 2079 date — Fri, 14 April 2079
- Tamil Puthandu 2079 date — Fri, 14 April 2079
- Hanuman Jayanti 2079 date — Sun, 16 April 2079
- Thaipusam 2079 date — Wed, 15 February 2079
- Vasant Panchami 2079 date — Mon, 6 February 2079
