punjabi
Holi
ਹੋਲੀ
March (Phalguna Purnima) · 2 days
Holi celebrates the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil, recalling the legend of Prahlad and Holika. Punjabi Hindu families play with colored powders (gulal) and water, share sweets, and gather with community. In Punjab, Holi is immediately followed by the Sikh Hola Mohalla.
What to do
Holika Dahan
Bonfire on the eve symbolizing the burning of Holika.
Playing with colors
Gulal and water among family and friends.
In the diaspora
Large public Holi events are held in parks and on campuses; mandirs organize community celebrations with food and music.
When is Holi?
- Holi 2026
- March 3–4, 2026
- Holi 2027
- March 22–23, 2027
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