When will Holi 2025 be celebrated, March 14 or 15? All you need to know

Holi is one of the most joyful festivals celebrated across the country. However, people are wondering when Holi will be celebrated this year

Holi, the vibrant festival of colors, is one of the most eagerly awaited celebrations in India, bringing joy, togetherness, and festive cheer. However, as the festival approaches, many are wondering about the exact date and timing of the celebrations this year.

Holi Date: Will Holi be on March 13, 14, or 15?

Holi is a two-day festival, which begins with celebrating Holika Dahan on the first day, followed by Dulhendi, which is the second day of Holi. 

 

The festival of Holi marks the victory of good over evil and also the arrival of spring. On this day, people play with colors, enjoy sweets, and celebrate with music and dance. 

 

 

To celebrate the festival of colours this year, it’s vital to know the exact date of Diwali.

Is Holi celebrated for two days?

The festival is observed over two days:

• Holika Dahan is held every year before Holi as the ritual marks the lighting of bonfires, signifying the triumph of good over evil, which is inspired by the legend of Prahalad and Holika. 
• The main day of the festival is Holi, when people apply colors, play with water, and celebrate with sweets, music, and dance.

When will Holi be celebrated?

This year, Holika Dahan will take place on the night of March 13, while the festival of colors will be celebrated on March 14 in most places in India. In some parts of India, March 15 is also considered a day for Holi celebrations based on the Udaya Tithi (sunrise timing), as Chaitra Krishna Pratipada falls on that day. 

Is there a time for Holi Dulhendi?

Unlike Holika Dahan, which is celebrated at a certain time and muhurat, Holi Dulhendi has no specific timing. Children and even elders can start playing holi with colours, water, and more in the morning, and it generally goes on well till lunchtime or even till evening.

Spring and harvest season begins with Holi

Holi also marks the ending of winter and the beginning of spring, which brings new energy and positivity. This is also an important festival for farmers to celebrate the arrival of the harvest season, making it a festival of abundance and prosperity.