Holika Dahan 2053 Date — Tuesday, March 4, 2053
When is Holika Dahan in 2053? Holika Dahan 2053 falls on Tuesday, March 4, 2053.
Observance: Holika Dahan. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holika Dahan 2053 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Tue, 4 March 2053 | Main day |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Wed, 5 March 2053 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2052 | Fri, 15 March 2052 |
| 2053 | Tue, 4 March 2053 |
| 2054 | Mon, 23 March 2054 |
| 2055 | Sat, 13 March 2055 |
| 2056 | Wed, 1 March 2056 |
Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2053
- Holi 2053 date — Wed, 5 March 2053
- Maha Shivaratri 2053 date — Mon, 17 February 2053
- Ugadi 2053 date — Fri, 21 March 2053
- Gudi Padwa 2053 date — Fri, 21 March 2053
- Chaitra Navratri 2053 date — Fri, 21 March 2053
- Ram Navami 2053 date — Fri, 28 March 2053
- Thaipusam 2053 date — Mon, 3 February 2053
- Hanuman Jayanti 2053 date — Thu, 3 April 2053
- Vasant Panchami 2053 date — Sat, 25 January 2053
- Vishu 2053 date — Mon, 14 April 2053
- Baisakhi 2053 date — Mon, 14 April 2053
- Tamil Puthandu 2053 date — Mon, 14 April 2053
