Holika Dahan 2042 Date — Thursday, March 6, 2042
When is Holika Dahan in 2042? Holika Dahan 2042 falls on Thursday, March 6, 2042.
Observance: Holika Dahan. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holika Dahan 2042 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 6 March 2042 | Main day |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 7 March 2042 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2041 | Sun, 17 March 2041 |
| 2042 | Thu, 6 March 2042 |
| 2043 | Wed, 25 March 2043 |
| 2044 | Sun, 13 March 2044 |
| 2045 | Fri, 3 March 2045 |
Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2042
- Holi 2042 date — Fri, 7 March 2042
- Ugadi 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Gudi Padwa 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Chaitra Navratri 2042 date — Sat, 22 March 2042
- Ram Navami 2042 date — Sat, 29 March 2042
- Hanuman Jayanti 2042 date — Sat, 5 April 2042
- Thaipusam 2042 date — Tue, 4 February 2042
- Vasant Panchami 2042 date — Sun, 26 January 2042
- Vishu 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Baisakhi 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Tamil Puthandu 2042 date — Mon, 14 April 2042
- Maha Shivaratri 2042 date — Mon, 20 January 2042
