A day full of colour and positivity.

Holi is a vibrant Hindu "Festival of Colours" celebrated in March to mark the end of winter, the arrival of spring, and the triumph of good over evil.

The celebrations take place over two days, commemorating the traditional festivities:

• Bonfire Night (Holika Dahan): The night before the main festival, communities light bonfires to symbolise the burning of the demoness Holika and the victory of Prahlad (a devotee of Vishnu) over evil.

• Sweet Treats and Food: A major part of the celebration involves visiting family and friends to exchange greetings and share special foods, particularly guijya (sweet friend dumplings), thandai (a spiced milk beverage), and various savoury snacks like samosas.

• Colour Day (Rangwali Holi): The following day, people play, dance, and smear each other with gulal (coloured powders) and spray water, often using water guns (pichkaris).

Colour symbolism: Red represents love and fertility, blue represents Lord Krishna, and green represents new beginnings.

Take a look at our past events: Holi in Colour👇

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