Holika Dahan 2036 Date — Wednesday, March 12, 2036
When is Holika Dahan in 2036? Holika Dahan 2036 falls on Wednesday, March 12, 2036.
Observance: Holika Dahan. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holika Dahan 2036 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Wed, 12 March 2036 | Main day |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Thu, 13 March 2036 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2035 | Fri, 23 March 2035 |
| 2036 | Wed, 12 March 2036 |
| 2037 | Sun, 1 March 2037 |
| 2038 | Sun, 21 March 2038 |
| 2039 | Thu, 10 March 2039 |
Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2036
- Holi 2036 date — Thu, 13 March 2036
- Maha Shivaratri 2036 date — Mon, 25 February 2036
- Ugadi 2036 date — Fri, 28 March 2036
- Gudi Padwa 2036 date — Fri, 28 March 2036
- Chaitra Navratri 2036 date — Fri, 28 March 2036
- Ram Navami 2036 date — Sat, 5 April 2036
- Hanuman Jayanti 2036 date — Thu, 10 April 2036
- Thaipusam 2036 date — Mon, 11 February 2036
- Vishu 2036 date — Sun, 13 April 2036
- Baisakhi 2036 date — Sun, 13 April 2036
- Tamil Puthandu 2036 date — Sun, 13 April 2036
- Vasant Panchami 2036 date — Sat, 2 February 2036
