Tuesday, 23 March 2027
Holi 2027
In short
Holi 2027 is on Tuesday, 23 March 2027: the day after Holika Dahan.
- Date
- Tuesday, 23 March 2027
- Place
- New Delhi
How it is observed
Holi is the festival of colours, marking the arrival of spring and recalling the story of Prahlad. In the Braj region it is also associated with Krishna and Radha.
People smear each other with coloured powder (gulal) and water, visit friends and family, and share sweets such as gujiya and drinks such as thandai. Celebrations in Mathura, Vrindavan and Barsana, including Lathmar Holi, run over several days.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Holi in 2027?
Holi 2027 is on Tuesday, 23 March 2027.
How is the date of Holi decided?
By the lunisolar calendar: it falls on the day after Holika Dahan. The date is computed from the positions of the Sun and Moon, which is why it moves against the Gregorian calendar from year to year.
How is Holi observed?
People smear each other with coloured powder (gulal) and water, visit friends and family, and share sweets such as gujiya and drinks such as thandai. Celebrations in Mathura, Vrindavan and Barsana, including Lathmar Holi, run over several days.