Holi 2085 Date — Monday, March 12, 2085
When is Holi in 2085? Holi 2085 falls on Monday, March 12, 2085.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2085 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 3 March 2085 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 11 March 2085 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 12 March 2085 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Fri, 16 March 2085 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2084 | Thu, 23 March 2084 |
| 2085 | Mon, 12 March 2085 |
| 2086 | Fri, 1 March 2086 |
| 2087 | Thu, 20 March 2087 |
| 2088 | Mon, 8 March 2088 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2085
- Holika Dahan 2085 date — Sun, 11 March 2085
- Ugadi 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Gudi Padwa 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Chaitra Navratri 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Ram Navami 2085 date — Tue, 3 April 2085
- Hanuman Jayanti 2085 date — Tue, 10 April 2085
- Thaipusam 2085 date — Fri, 9 February 2085
- Vishu 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Baisakhi 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Tamil Puthandu 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Vasant Panchami 2085 date — Tue, 30 January 2085
- Akshaya Tritiya 2085 date — Fri, 27 April 2085
