Confusion over the Holi 2026 date has been cleared: Holika Dahan falls on the night of March 2/3, while Rangwali Holi or Rangpanchami is on March 4. The shift is due to a Lunar Eclipse on March 3, which creates a Sutak Kaal preventing rituals. Most of India will celebrate the festival of colors on Wednesday, March 4, after the eclipse ends.