Holi 2086 Date — Friday, March 1, 2086
When is Holi in 2086? Holi 2086 falls on Friday, March 1, 2086.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2086 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 21 February 2086 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 28 February 2086 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 1 March 2086 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Tue, 5 March 2086 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2085 | Mon, 12 March 2085 |
| 2086 | Fri, 1 March 2086 |
| 2087 | Thu, 20 March 2087 |
| 2088 | Mon, 8 March 2088 |
| 2089 | Sun, 27 March 2089 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2086
- Holika Dahan 2086 date — Thu, 28 February 2086
- Maha Shivaratri 2086 date — Tue, 12 February 2086
- Thaipusam 2086 date — Tue, 29 January 2086
- Vasant Panchami 2086 date — Sat, 19 January 2086
- Ugadi 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Gudi Padwa 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Chaitra Navratri 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Vishu 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Baisakhi 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Tamil Puthandu 2086 date — Sun, 14 April 2086
- Pongal 2086 date — Tue, 15 January 2086
- Makar Sankranti 2086 date — Tue, 15 January 2086
