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Holika Dahan 2026 Date — Tuesday, March 3, 2026

When is Holika Dahan in 2026? Holika Dahan 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Observance: Holika Dahan. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.

Holika Dahan 2026 — full list of dates

Holika Dahan 2026 key dates and days
ObservanceDate & dayNotes
Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi)Tue, 3 March 2026Main day
Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi)Wed, 4 March 2026

Why we celebrate

Burning of Holika who tried to kill Prahlada — triumph of bhakti over arrogance.

How it is celebrated

Community bonfire, parikrama, and prayers.

Puja timing

Evening of Phalguna Purnima during auspicious muhurta after sunset.

Foods & offerings

Simple prasad — roasted grains, coconut. Main feast on Rangwali Holi next day.

Rituals

  1. Prepare Holika pyre near temple or crossroads.
  2. Puja with roli, rice, flower; circumambulate fire.
  3. Burn effigy/symbol of Holika; bring embers home for auspiciousness.

Holika Dahan dates by year

When is Holika Dahan — 2025 to 2029
YearDate & day
2025Fri, 14 March 2025
2026Tue, 3 March 2026
2027Mon, 22 March 2027
2028Fri, 10 March 2028
2029Wed, 28 February 2029

Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2026