Holi 2087 Date — Thursday, March 20, 2087
When is Holi in 2087? Holi 2087 falls on Thursday, March 20, 2087.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2087 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Wed, 12 March 2087 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 19 March 2087 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 20 March 2087 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Mon, 24 March 2087 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2086 | Fri, 1 March 2086 |
| 2087 | Thu, 20 March 2087 |
| 2088 | Mon, 8 March 2088 |
| 2089 | Sun, 27 March 2089 |
| 2090 | Thu, 16 March 2090 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2087
- Holika Dahan 2087 date — Wed, 19 March 2087
- Ugadi 2087 date — Fri, 4 April 2087
- Gudi Padwa 2087 date — Fri, 4 April 2087
- Chaitra Navratri 2087 date — Fri, 4 April 2087
- Maha Shivaratri 2087 date — Mon, 3 March 2087
- Ram Navami 2087 date — Fri, 11 April 2087
- Vishu 2087 date — Tue, 15 April 2087
- Baisakhi 2087 date — Tue, 15 April 2087
- Tamil Puthandu 2087 date — Tue, 15 April 2087
- Hanuman Jayanti 2087 date — Thu, 17 April 2087
- Thaipusam 2087 date — Mon, 17 February 2087
- Vasant Panchami 2087 date — Fri, 7 February 2087
