Holika Dahan 2085 Date — Sunday, March 11, 2085
When is Holika Dahan in 2085? Holika Dahan 2085 falls on Sunday, March 11, 2085.
Observance: Holika Dahan. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holika Dahan 2085 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Sun, 11 March 2085 | Main day |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Mon, 12 March 2085 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2084 | Wed, 22 March 2084 |
| 2085 | Sun, 11 March 2085 |
| 2086 | Thu, 28 February 2086 |
| 2087 | Wed, 19 March 2087 |
| 2088 | Sun, 7 March 2088 |
Hindu festivals around Holika Dahan 2085
- Holi 2085 date — Mon, 12 March 2085
- Ugadi 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Gudi Padwa 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Chaitra Navratri 2085 date — Mon, 26 March 2085
- Ram Navami 2085 date — Tue, 3 April 2085
- Hanuman Jayanti 2085 date — Tue, 10 April 2085
- Thaipusam 2085 date — Fri, 9 February 2085
- Vishu 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Baisakhi 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Tamil Puthandu 2085 date — Sat, 14 April 2085
- Vasant Panchami 2085 date — Tue, 30 January 2085
- Maha Shivaratri 2085 date — Wed, 24 January 2085
