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.
Other years: Holika Dahan 2025 date · Holika Dahan 2027 date
Holika Dahan 2026 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:44 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 06:22 pm |
| Moonrise | 06:22 pm |
| Brahma Muhurat | 05:05 am – 05:54 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 12:10 pm – 12:56 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 03:27 pm – 04:54 pm |
| Tithi at sunrise | Shukla Purnima |
| Nakshatra | Magha |
These are the day’s general muhurats and Rahu Kaal for Delhi, computed from the AllMandir panchang. Festival puja timings vary by tradition and city — open the full panchang for Tue, 3 March 2026 or ask your local mandir.
Holika Dahan 2026 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Tue, 3 March 2026 | Main 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
- Prepare Holika pyre near temple or crossroads.
- Puja with roli, rice, flower; circumambulate fire.
- Burn effigy/symbol of Holika; bring embers home for auspiciousness.
Holika Dahan dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Holika Dahan 2025 date |
| 2026 | Tue, 3 March 2026 |
| 2027 | Holika Dahan 2027 date |
| 2028 | Holika Dahan 2028 date |
Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2026
- Holi 2026 date — Wed, 4 March 2026
- Maha Shivaratri 2026 date — Sun, 15 February 2026
- Ugadi 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Gudi Padwa 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Chaitra Navratri 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Ram Navami 2026 date — Fri, 27 March 2026
- Hanuman Jayanti 2026 date — Thu, 2 April 2026
- Thaipusam 2026 date — Sun, 1 February 2026
- Vasant Panchami 2026 date — Fri, 23 January 2026
- Vishu 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
- Baisakhi 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
- Tamil Puthandu 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
Holika Dahan 2026 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 12:10 pm – 12:56 pm | 03:27 pm – 04:54 pm | 06:44 am | 06:22 pm |
| Mumbai | 12:26 pm – 01:14 pm | 03:47 pm – 05:16 pm | 06:56 am | 06:44 pm |
| Bengaluru | 12:07 pm – 12:55 pm | 03:30 pm – 04:59 pm | 06:34 am | 06:28 pm |
| Chennai | 11:57 am – 12:44 pm | 03:19 pm – 04:48 pm | 06:23 am | 06:17 pm |
| Hyderabad | 12:04 pm – 12:51 pm | 03:25 pm – 04:54 pm | 06:33 am | 06:23 pm |
| Kolkata | 11:25 am – 12:12 pm | 02:44 pm – 04:12 pm | 05:56 am | 05:40 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Tue, 3 March 2026.
Holika Dahan 2026 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Holika Dahan 2026 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Tue, 3 March 2026 is 12:10 pm – 12:56 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
