Holi 2026 Date And Time: The eagerly awaited festival of colours, Holi, also comes with a yearly confusion in dates and time, whether it is on March 3rd or March 4th. The festival of colours is a celebratory occasion and a reminder to mankind that good always wins over evil. The day also marks the arrival of the spring season.
The day is not just about playing with colours; it signifies the destruction of negativity, the beginning of a new, vibrant season, and the celebration of love, forgiveness, and togetherness.
In 2026, Holi will be celebrated on Wednesday, i.e. the 4th of March. According to the Drik Panchang, the Full moon date starts -March 02, 2026 at 05:55 pm and Full moon date ends -March 03, 2026 at 05:07 pm.
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Let's take a look at the key dates of Holi festivities, as per the Hindu lunar calendar's Purnima tithi:
When Is Holika Dahan 2026?
It is the Holi eve's bonfire ritual, which symbolises good over evil. Holika Dahan will occur on Tuesday evening, March 3, 2026. Holika Dahan Muhurta is from 06:22 pm to 08:50 pm, which is a duration -02 hours 28 minutes
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When Is Holi 2026?
The main Rangwali Holi or Dhulandi will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. People celebrate the day by applying colours to close ones.
Why Holi Confusion For 3rd vs 4th March?
Holi shifts yearly due to the lunar calendar. However, across most parts of India, people will celebrate Holika Dahan festivities on the evening of March 3 and then play with colours the next day.
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Lastly, opt for eco-friendly colours and stay hydrated during festivities, and respect boundaries. Make sure your celebrations don’t bother animals and those who are not celebrating. Holi is all about unity, forgiveness, and spring's arrival. Mark your calendars for March 4.