Holi in India in 2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 , with Holika Dahan on the evening of Tuesday, 3 March 2026.

When Is Holi 2026 in India? (Quick Scoop)

Main dates at a glance

  • Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi): Evening of 3 March 2026 (Tuesday).
  • Rangwali Holi (main colour day): 4 March 2026 (Wednesday).
  • Purnima tithi (full-moon period related to Holi): From 2 March 2026 evening to 3 March 2026 evening (approx., as per Hindu calendar calculations).

In most parts of India, people will light the Holika Dahan bonfire on 3 March in the evening and play with colours the next day, 4 March.

Why the date is 3–4 March 2026

Holi is celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Phalguna , which falls between late February and mid‑March in the Gregorian calendar.

In 2026, this Purnima spans from the evening of 2 March to the evening of 3 March, which sets Holika Dahan on 3 March and the colour celebration on 4 March.

Different panchangs sometimes create confusion between 3 and 4 March, but multiple festival and news sources align on 4 March 2026 as the main Holi day across India.

Public holiday & travel planning angle

  • Many government and private offices, banks and schools will have holidays aligned with 4 March 2026 as the Holi day, with some states also marking closures around 3 March for Holika Dahan.
  • Travel and tour sites also list 3–4 March 2026 as the Holi festival window, which is what tourists usually use for planning.

If you are planning to travel within India for Holi 2026, targeting 3–4 March will let you experience both the bonfire night and the full colour‑play day.

Mini FAQ

  1. When is Holi 2026 in India?
    • Main colour day (Rangwali Holi): 4 March 2026 (Wednesday).
  1. When is Holika Dahan in 2026?
    • Evening of 3 March 2026 (Tuesday).
  1. Is Holi only one day?
    • Traditionally it is a two‑day observance: Holika Dahan (bonfire) and Rangwali Holi (colours), though some regions stretch related celebrations longer.

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