Holi 2097 Date — Thursday, March 28, 2097
When is Holi in 2097? Holi 2097 falls on Thursday, March 28, 2097.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2097 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Thu, 21 March 2097 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 27 March 2097 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 28 March 2097 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Tue, 2 April 2097 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2096 | Sat, 10 March 2096 |
| 2097 | Thu, 28 March 2097 |
| 2098 | Tue, 18 March 2098 |
| 2099 | Sat, 7 March 2099 |
| 2100 | Fri, 26 March 2100 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2097
- Holika Dahan 2097 date — Wed, 27 March 2097
- Maha Shivaratri 2097 date — Tue, 12 March 2097
- Ugadi 2097 date — Sat, 13 April 2097
- Gudi Padwa 2097 date — Sat, 13 April 2097
- Chaitra Navratri 2097 date — Sat, 13 April 2097
- Vishu 2097 date — Sun, 14 April 2097
- Baisakhi 2097 date — Sun, 14 April 2097
- Tamil Puthandu 2097 date — Sun, 14 April 2097
- Ram Navami 2097 date — Sat, 20 April 2097
- Hanuman Jayanti 2097 date — Fri, 26 April 2097
- Thaipusam 2097 date — Tue, 26 February 2097
- Vasant Panchami 2097 date — Sun, 17 February 2097
