Last Updated:March 13, 2025, 09:00 IST

Happy Holi 2025: Holi features unique traditions: Uttar Pradesh’s Lathmar Holi, Maharashtra’s Rang Panchami, Punjab’s Hola Mohalla, West Bengal’s Basanta Utsav, and Goa’s Shigmo.

Holi 2025: Colours, music, sweet treats and non-stop fun – yes, we are talking about one of the most energetic festivals of India, Holi. This year, the ‘Festival of Colours’ will be celebrated on March 14, according to Drik Panchang. During this festival, people gather with their friends and family to throw colours, and enjoy traditional dishes and sweets.

While this is the common way to celebrate, there are unique customs and traditions across India that make this festival even more special. Let’s take a look at how Holi is celebrated in different parts of India:

Lathmar To Shigmo: Here Are The Unique Holi Traditions Across India

Lathmar Holi

Lathmar Holi is a special tradition from Uttar Pradesh. It takes place in Barsana which is known as the birthplace of Radha. During this celebration, women from Barsana playfully chase and strike men from Nandgaon, Krishna’s village, with sticks.

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This fun-filled event is meant to recreate the playful teasing between Radha and Krishna. The festival is full of energy and colour that creates a joyful atmosphere.

Phoolon Ki Holi

Another unique tradition from Uttar Pradesh is Phoolon Ki Holi, celebrated in Vrindavan which is known as the childhood home of Lord Krishna. Instead of the usual coloured powders, people throw fragrant flower petals. The Banke Bihari Temple and the ISKCON Temple are popular spots to experience this cheerful tradition.

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Rang Panchami

Rang Panchami, celebrated in Maharashtra, takes place on the fifth day after the full moon. During this time, people gather with their friends and family to sing folk songs and dance to traditional beats. They also apply colours on each other and enjoy the spirit of the festival.

Hola Mohalla

Celebrated in Punjab, Hola Mohalla is a time when the Sikh community comes together to showcase their strength and unity. This tradition was started by Guru Gobind Singh. It features martial arts displays, mock battles and colourful processions. This celebration of bravery and pride brings people together to show the strong and courageous spirit of Sikh culture.

Basanta Utsav

Basanta Utsav, celebrated in Shantiniketan, West Bengal, offers a unique take on Holi. Inspired by Rabindranath Tagore, the festival is filled with dance, music and poetry. The students wear outfits in yellow and orange hues and come together to sing Tagore’s songs, perform traditional dances and then apply colour to each other. It is an artistic and peaceful way to celebrate Holi where focus is given on literature and culture.

Shigmo

Shigmo is a spring festival celebrated in Goa that marks the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. It is one of the biggest festivals in Goa which is celebrated with music, dance and the throwing of colours. The streets are filled with grand parades and traditional music is played with instruments like dhol, taasha and kasale.