The Braj region, which includes Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, and Nandgaon, is all set to mark the yearly Braj Holi Rangotsav 2025. This 40-day festivity is brimming with colorful customs and cultural activities. Inspired by the legends of Lord Krishna and Radha, the festival draws in followers and visitors from across the globe.
The party starts on February 3rd with Basant Panchami and wraps up on March 22nd with Rang Panchami.
Why Braj Holi Special
Braj Holi is a big event culturally and spiritually, mostly because it’s all about the stories of Lord Krishna and Radha. In Hindu mythology, Krishna’s fun times with Radha and the gopis (cowherd girls) in the Braj region are remembered through different Holi celebrations. These parties stand for love, happiness, and how good triumphs over evil.
Braj Holi Events and Dates for Braj Holi 2025
| Date | Event Description | Location |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Basant Panchami – Holi flag hoisting | Ladliji Temple, Barsana |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Maha Shivaratri – First Holi procession | Ladliji Temple, Barsana |
| Mar 7, 2025 | Phag Aamantran – Laddu Holi | Ladliji Mahal, Barsana |
| Mar 8, 2025 | Lathmar Holi | Barsana |
| Mar 9, 2025 | Lathmar Holi | Nandgaon |
| Mar 10, 2025 | Rangbhari Holi and Phoolon ki Holi | Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan |
| Mar 11, 2025 | Holi Celebrations | Dwarkadheesh Temple, Gokul |
| Mar 12, 2025 | Holi at Banke Bihari Temple and Dol Celebrations | Vrindavan |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Holika Dahan | Phalen and across Braj |
| Mar 14, 2025 | Dhulhadi – Rangon ki Holi | Entire Braj region |
| Mar 15-21, 2025 | Huranga Celebrations | Various locations |
| Mar 15, 2025 | Baldev’s Dauji Temple | – |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Nandgaon | – |
| Mar 17, 2025 | Jao village | – |
| Mar 18, 2025 | Mukharai (Charakula Dance) | – |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Batain | – |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Gidoh | – |
| Mar 21, 2025 | Khaira | – |
| Mar 22, 2025 | Holi Celebrations | Ranganathji Temple, Vrindavan |
Also Read: Holi Weekend 2025: Escape the Mess, Find Paradise in India
Travel Information
- By Air:
- Agra’s Kheria Airport (approximately 60 km from Mathura)
- Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi (approximately 160 km away)
- By Train:
- Mathura Junction, well-connected to major Indian cities.
- By Road:
- Regular buses and taxis from Delhi.
- Yamuna Expressway for car travel.
