Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Holi Celebrations Begin in Mathura
Holi is a big festival in India, and in the city of Mathura, people start celebrating it 40 days before the main day.
This year, the celebrations begin on January 23, which is called Basant Panchami.
There are special songs and prayers every day until March 4.
On special days, there are big events like Laddumaar Holi and Lathmar Holi, where people play with colors and reenact stories from Hindu mythology.
The local government is also helping to make sure everything goes smoothly and safely for the visitors.
Holi celebrations in Mathura begin on Basant Panchami (January 23) and continue for 40 days until Phalgun Purnima (March 4).
Key events include Laddumaar Holi in the Ladliji Temple and Lathmar Holi in Barsana and Nandgaon.
The celebrations feature traditional devotional songs, processions, and reenactments of Holi traditions.
The Mathura administration is ensuring safety and convenience for devotees visiting from across the country and abroad.
Tableaus depicting various Holi traditions and dances of Braj will be showcased during the festivities.
- Who
- Temple servitors, devotees, and organizers
- What
- Holi celebrations and related events
- When
- Begins January 23, ends March 4
- Where
- Mathura, Barsana, and Nandgaon in the Braj region
- Why
- Traditional 40-day Holi festivities
- Start Date
- January 23 (Basant Panchami)
- End Date
- March 4 (Phalgun Purnima)
- Key Events
- Laddumaar Holi, Lathmar Holi, Chaupai Procession
- Locations
- Mathura, Barsana, Nandgaon
- Organizers
- Shri Lathmar Mela Organising Committee, Temple Servitors