Holika Dahan
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Tuesday 3 March 2026
Observance date and times for Auckland, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 1:27 am |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 12:39 am, Wednesday 4 March 2026 |
| Observance window begins | 7:58 pm |
| Observance window ends | 10:22 pm |
About Holika Dahan
Holika Dahan, the night before Holi, recalls the story of Prahlad, whose devotion to Vishnu protected him while the demoness Holika perished in the fire.
How it is observed
Communities light a bonfire after sunset, walk around it and offer grains, coconut and new crops, praying for the triumph of good over evil.
About the time shown: The fire is lit in the evening (pradosh) while Purnima is current. Some traditions avoid the Bhadra period; check with your temple for the exact time.
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Calendar basis
Phalguna Shukla Purnima; tithi prevailing at pradosh
Tradition: North Indian. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Tue 3 Mar | 7:58 pm – 10:22 pm |
| Hamilton | Tue 3 Mar | 7:56 pm – 10:20 pm |
| Tauranga | Tue 3 Mar | 7:53 pm – 10:17 pm |
| Wellington | Tue 3 Mar | 8:01 pm – 10:25 pm |
| Palmerston North | Tue 3 Mar | 7:57 pm – 10:21 pm |
| Christchurch | Tue 3 Mar | 8:12 pm – 10:36 pm |
| Dunedin | Tue 3 Mar | 8:23 pm – 10:47 pm |
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