Holi 2025 Date: When Will Holi 2025 Be Celebrated, March 14 or 15? Check Details Here

Holi is one major festival in India, also referred to as the festival of colors, and it is celebrated across the country. Even though Holi is specific to the northern Indian states, people from all over India celebrated this beautiful festival as a symbol of brotherhood. Every year, Holi is observed on the Purnima (full moon day) of the Hindu month of Phalguna, which usually falls in March. With Holi 2025 approaching, many are curious about its exact date. Will it be celebrated on March 14 or March 15? Let's find out.

Holi 2025 Timings & Date: March 14 or 15?

Holi 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, March 14, 2025, with Holika Dahan taking place on the evening of Thursday, March 13, 2025. While some regions may extend the festivities to March 15, the main celebration of Rangwali Holi, where people play with colors, will be on March 14.

Holika Dahan Muhurat

As per Drik Panchang, Holika Dahan Muhurat on March 13 begins at 11:26 PM and continues till 12:48 AM (March 14). Within this 1 hour 20 minutes window, the Holika Dahan should be done, as it is considered auspicious. Purnima Tithi begins at 10:35 AM on March 13, 2025. And will end at 12:23 PM on March 14, 2025.

Holi Timing

The next day of Holika Dahan Rangwali Holi is played, which is also called Dhulandi and will be celebrated on March 14, 2025, Friday.

Significance of Holi Festival

Holi marks the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the burning of Holika on Holika Dahan night. The festival also welcomes spring and signifies unity, love, and happiness. On Rangwali Holi, people play with colors, exchange sweets, and spread joy.

The mythological story associated with Holi is the prince Prahlada killed the Holika, who had the vardana of not being buried by fire, who eventually burned when she sat on the pyre, but Prahlada was saved as he was a devotee of Lord Vishnu. This story is related to the

Holi Celebrations Across India

The way of celebrating these colorful festivals varies in different regions of India. Some of the major Holi celebration methods are listed below:

Mathura & Vrindavan Holi: The most famous Holi celebrations take place in the birthplace of Lord Krishna, with Lathmar Holi in Barsana a major attraction.

Shantiniketan Holi (West Bengal): Known as Basanta Utsav, celebrated with cultural performances and traditional music.

Punjab Holi: Sikhs celebrate Hola Mohalla, showcasing martial arts and grand processions.

Udaipur & Jaipur Holi: The royal Holi celebrations in Rajasthan are a sight to behold.

Bank holiday on Holi 2025

Holi is a public holiday in most Indian states. Offices, schools, and banks remain closed on March 14, 2025, for Rangwali Holi. However, in some regions, holidays may be observed on March 15, 2025, depending on local traditions.