Holi, the festival of colours is celebrated with great enthusiasm and zeal in India. This year the festival of Holi will be celebrated on March 14, 2025, usually marking the arrival of spring and good beginnings. It is a perfect occasion to get involved in the grand celebrations across India in various regions, where the festival is celebrated with many rituals making it a grand festival of India. Here is your ultimate guide to knowing where to celebrate the festival of Holi in India this year to enjoy the traditions with a touch of modern celebrations.
Mathura and Vrindavan
The birthplace of Krishna, Mathura, and Vrindavan – where he spent his childhood, celebrates the Holi with the grandest celebrations, the festival of Holi starts a few days before the actual celebrations with Lathmar Holi, Phoolo ki Holi, and many other celebrations. Do not miss to witness the beauty of Nand Gaon during the festival.
Shantiniketan
Founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Shantiniketan celebrates the arrival of spring during the Holi celebrations with a festival called Basanta Utsav with many cultural performances marking the spring season, poetry recitation, dance, and music shows related to the festival of colours – Holi.
Pushkar
A famous region in Rajasthan, famous for its wild and magnificent Holi, Pushkar is a must-visit for those who want to enjoy a colourful party hub with spiritual significance. Pushkar’s Holi celebration is an open-invite festival, drawing travelers, backpackers, and locals into a single, vibrant gathering.
Delhi
With many vibrant parties and events taking place at the famous hotels or grounds in Delhi, it is one of the most happening places to enjoy the festival of Holi with your friends or family. You can simply get your tickets booked for the best events hosted here and enjoy the festival with colours, water, drinks, and lots of food to enjoy from.
Punjab
In Punjab, Holi is celebrated alongside Hola Mohalla, a Sikh festival that showcases martial arts, horse riding, and mock battle performances by Nihang warriors. It is one of the most exciting and mixed culture festivals bringing together people of various communities to enjoy a colour-filled celebration of Holi.
