Holi 2099 Date — Saturday, March 7, 2099
When is Holi in 2099? Holi 2099 falls on Saturday, March 7, 2099.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2099 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 28 February 2099 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 6 March 2099 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 7 March 2099 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 11 March 2099 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2098 | Tue, 18 March 2098 |
| 2099 | Sat, 7 March 2099 |
| 2100 | Fri, 26 March 2100 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2099
- Holika Dahan 2099 date — Fri, 6 March 2099
- Ugadi 2099 date — Sun, 22 March 2099
- Gudi Padwa 2099 date — Sun, 22 March 2099
- Chaitra Navratri 2099 date — Sun, 22 March 2099
- Maha Shivaratri 2099 date — Wed, 18 February 2099
- Ram Navami 2099 date — Tue, 31 March 2099
- Hanuman Jayanti 2099 date — Sun, 5 April 2099
- Thaipusam 2099 date — Thu, 5 February 2099
- Vishu 2099 date — Wed, 15 April 2099
- Baisakhi 2099 date — Wed, 15 April 2099
- Tamil Puthandu 2099 date — Wed, 15 April 2099
- Vasant Panchami 2099 date — Mon, 26 January 2099
