Holi
Also known as Rangwali Holi, Dhulandi
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Wednesday 4 March 2026
Observance date and times for Palmerston North, New Zealand.
About Holi
Holi, the festival of colours, celebrates spring, love and the victory of good over evil.
How it is observed
Friends and families play with coloured powder and water, share sweets such as gujiya and thandai, and visit one another. In New Zealand many community Holi events are held on the nearest weekend.
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Calendar basis
1 day(s) after Holika Dahan
Tradition: Pan-Hindu. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Hamilton | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Tauranga | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Wellington | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Palmerston North | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Christchurch | Wed 4 Mar | — |
| Dunedin | Wed 4 Mar | — |
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