Festivals and tithis

When is Holi? 2027 date

Next date: Monday, 22 March 2027

Holi dates (2026–2028)

ObservanceDateDayReference time (New Delhi)
Holika Dahan3 March 2026Tuesday—
Rangwali Holi4 March 2026Wednesday12:32 pm (midday)
Holika Dahan22 March 2027Monday—
Rangwali Holi23 March 2027Tuesday12:27 pm (midday)
Holika Dahan10 March 2028Friday—
Rangwali Holi11 March 2028Saturday12:31 pm (midday)

Dates are calculated astronomically from sunrise and sunset in New Delhi. In other cities the tithi timing can occasionally move the festival to another day; confirm with your local panchang or Pandit Ji for the final decision.

· Source: KaalChakra Jyotish’s own astronomical calculation (Vedic sidereal method, Lahiri ayanamsa).

Holi — what it is

Holi welcomes spring and celebrates the victory of good over evil and the joy of meeting people. The first evening is Holika Dahan, whose story is tied to the devotee Prahlada; the next day is Rangwali Holi, played with colours and gulal.

Tithi: Holika Dahan is lit on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, and Rangwali Holi, the day of colours, follows the next day (Pratipada).

Things to keep in mind

The two dates fall on different days, so check Holika Dahan and Rangwali Holi separately. Holika Dahan is done in the pradosh period and tradition avoids Bhadra, so check your own city’s panchang.

Read the full guide: Holi →

Frequently asked questions

When is Holi in 2027?

Holi in 2027 is on Holika Dahan: Monday, 22 March 2027; Rangwali Holi: Tuesday, 23 March 2027.

What is the auspicious time for Holi?

The reference time for New Delhi is 12:27 pm (midday). The full puja window depends on sunrise and sunset in your city, so check your own city’s panchang.

On which tithi is Holi observed?

Holika Dahan is lit on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, and Rangwali Holi, the day of colours, follows the next day (Pratipada).

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