Holi 2088 Date — Monday, March 8, 2088
When is Holi in 2088? Holi 2088 falls on Monday, March 8, 2088.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2088 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sun, 29 February 2088 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 7 March 2088 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 8 March 2088 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Fri, 12 March 2088 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2087 | Thu, 20 March 2087 |
| 2088 | Mon, 8 March 2088 |
| 2089 | Sun, 27 March 2089 |
| 2090 | Thu, 16 March 2090 |
| 2091 | Tue, 6 March 2091 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2088
- Holika Dahan 2088 date — Sun, 7 March 2088
- Ugadi 2088 date — Tue, 23 March 2088
- Gudi Padwa 2088 date — Tue, 23 March 2088
- Chaitra Navratri 2088 date — Tue, 23 March 2088
- Maha Shivaratri 2088 date — Fri, 20 February 2088
- Ram Navami 2088 date — Wed, 31 March 2088
- Hanuman Jayanti 2088 date — Mon, 5 April 2088
- Thaipusam 2088 date — Fri, 6 February 2088
- Vishu 2088 date — Wed, 14 April 2088
- Baisakhi 2088 date — Wed, 14 April 2088
- Tamil Puthandu 2088 date — Wed, 14 April 2088
- Vasant Panchami 2088 date — Wed, 28 January 2088
