Holi festival in Nepal Tuesday and Friday, March 02/03 -2026

Holi festival is the most colorful cultural event celebrated in Nepal. The festival is mostly celebrated by the Hindus all over the world. Holi festival generally falls on March of the Gregorian calendar whereas Chait of Nepali calendar.( Holi festival in Nepal Tuesday, March 02/03 /2026)

Holi is also known as the Fagu Purnima and celebrated for 2 days. The festival is celebrated in Terai region of Nepal a day after the celebrated in Hilly region. The Festival is on 02th March of 2026 AD Kathmandu valley and middle hill regions and on 03thth March of 2026 AD in Tarai region

During the festival, people celebrate by throwing dry color power and colored water to each other. Holi marks the arrival of spring and summer season.

Important tips for celebrating Holi festival in Nepal
Buy White T-shirts. Holi printed T-shirts will be available in the Nepalese shops at a budget around NRs. 300-400.
Bring water proof things like Cameras, personal belongings. Wrap your mobile with plastics.
Protect your eyes with the Goggles.
Don’t wear expensive ornaments or keep it at your hotel locker.
Do not eat anything offered by any strangers.
Wear helmets, seat belts for your safety drive.
Don’t drink hard drinks or anything that are prohibited by Nepal’s rule in public places.
Nepal Planet Treks and Expedition Pvt Ltd wish you a Happy Holi. If you are planning a festival tour or trek in Nepal, contact us for the best customized holiday plan. We have 1 day Holi Festival 2022 tour for you to experience the mystic culture, festival and meet with Nepalese people.

Frequently Asked Questions
When is Holi in Nepal?
Holi is on March  Tuesday, March 02/03 2026

What are the best places to celebrate Holi in Nepal?
The streets of Kathmandu, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Thamel, Lakeside road in Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan are the best places to experience Holi in Nepal.

What is Holi?
Holi is the spring season festival celebrated for two days in Nepal. It is the cultural event of victory upon evil.