Festival guide
Holika Dahan
होली
Bonfire observance on the eve of Holi, celebrating Prahlad and the victory of devotion.
At a glance
How is Holika Dahan dated?
Holika Dahan is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
Also known as: Chhoti Holi, Holi Dahan, Holi bonfire.
Yearly reference
Holika Dahan dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Phalguna Shukla Purnima. The bonfire muhurta can include Bhadra and pradosha exceptions, so Samvat lists the India-baseline Purnima observance date and treats Rangwali Holi as the following Chaitra Krishna Pratipada.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedHolika Dahan tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
MaghaDietary practice
No specific restrictionSignificance
Commemorates the legend of Prahlad and Holika. Celebrates divine love of Radha-Krishna.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
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Common questions
How is Holika Dahan dated?
Holika Dahan is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
What is the tithi for Holika Dahan?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Holika Dahan. Choose a year above to see the details.
Can the date differ by city?
Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.