Holika Dahan 2026

Holika Dahan 2026 falls on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. Timings below are in IST for New Delhi.

Holika Dahan 2026 date and timings

DateTuesday, 3 March 2026
TithiShukla Purnima
Tithi begins5:56 PM, 2 Mar
Tithi ends5:08 PM, 3 Mar
Pradosh Kaal (evening twilight)6:22 PM to 8:51 PM

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About Holika Dahan

Holika Dahan is the bonfire on the eve of Holi, recalling the story of Prahlad and Holika and the victory of devotion over evil.

How the date is fixed

It is lit on Phalguna Purnima during Pradosh Kaal, the evening after sunset, avoiding Bhadra where possible.

Holika Dahan in other years

Frequently Asked Questions

Holika Dahan 2026 kab hai? (When is Holika Dahan in 2026?)

Holika Dahan 2026 is on Tuesday, 3 March 2026 (New Delhi).

What is the tithi of Holika Dahan 2026?

Shukla Purnima, from 5:56 PM, 2 Mar to 5:08 PM, 3 Mar (IST).

What is the Pradosh Kaal (evening twilight) time on Holika Dahan 2026?

6:22 PM to 8:51 PM in New Delhi.