Holi 2025 is here. At first glance, it’s all about the brilliant splashes of color and infectious energy. But if you look a little deeper, you’ll find that Holi is steeped in history, heartwarming legends, and meaningful traditions that bring people together year after year. Nowhere is this more evident than in Mathura and Vrindavan, where Holi is more than a celebration—it’s a divine experience!  From the legendary Lathmar Holi in Barsana to the flower-filled Phoolon wali Holi at Banke Bihari Temple, Holi in these sacred cities is a mesmerizing blend of devotion, culture, and color. Here is all you need to know about the Mathura, Vrindavan holi celebration.

On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.