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Holi

The festival of colors. People visit friends and family, play with colors and share sweets like gujiya.

March, on the full moon of Phalgun · Next: Monday 22 March 2027

Holi

Photo: Achary K Krishnan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Gift ideas

  1. Organic colorsGentle on skin.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  2. Gujiya boxThe festival sweet.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  3. Water-resistant phone pouchPractical for the day.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  4. White kurtaMany people wear white to play.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  5. Thandai mixA festive drink.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  6. Skincare kitFor after the colors.Find it: AmazonEtsy

Left it late?

  • Sweet box: Any sweet shop.
  • Colors: Sold everywhere before Holi.

Etiquette

  • Gujiya and thandai are the traditional sweets.
  • Natural, skin-safe colors make a thoughtful gift.

How much to spend

Small gifts and sweets; Holi is about visits more than big presents.

What to write in the card

May your life be as colorful as Holi. Happy Holi!
Wishing you a Holi full of color, sweets and laughter.
Happy Holi! Let’s make it a colorful year.

More messages for Holi

Frequently asked questions

When is Holi?

March, on the full moon of Phalgun.

How much should I spend for Holi?

Small gifts and sweets; Holi is about visits more than big presents.

What is a good last-minute gift for Holi?

Sweet box: Any sweet shop. Colors: Sold everywhere before Holi.

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