Your Ultimate Events Guide To Holi 2026

From private island retreats to high-energy city bashes, here's where you should be celebrating the festival of colours this year.

The Leela Palace, New Delhi

Think showers of fresh petals and organic gulaal, crafted from the Palace’s own botanical gardens.

Raffles Udaipur

Experience 'An Island of Colours' on the serene Udai Sagar Lake, a celebration with a lavish festive spread. When: 4th March 2026 | 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm I Price: INR 8,999++

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata

Join the 'Rango ki Ghoomar' party with star Tara Sutaria, rain dances, and two stages of techno and Bollywood songs. When: 4th March 2026 | 10:00 am onwards

Someplace Else, Mumbai

A modern version of "Phoolon Ki Holi" for the lively crowd, with a vibrant dress code and music. When: 3rd March 2026 | 8 pm onwards I Price: INR 600++

The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace

Choose between 'Rang Barse,' a festive brunch at Seasonal Tastes, or 'Rang-e-Casbah,' a fusion night celebration. When: 4th March | 12:30 pm & 5:00 pm I Price: INR 3050++

JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

A ritual by the pool where colours meet the coastal flair of a premium open bar and hand-picked street food. When: 3rd March, 2026 | 11 AM onwards I Price: INR 2,000++

Club Med, Phuket

Bringing Indian heritage to Kata Beach for a dry Holi celebration with colour fights, a curated Indian flavours supper, and a Bollywood party. I When: 4th March, 2026 | Sundowner

Hitchki, Mumbai

A precursor to the festival of colours at all locations, DJ-led, and an entry package including Thandai and a Rangeela shot. When: 3rd March, 2026 | 7 PM onwards I Price: INR 499++

HyLo, Mumbai

A 12-hour immersive playground in the heart of Mumbai's art district, bright street-style small meals, and festival classics. When: 3rd March, 2026 | 10 AM – 10 PM I Price: INR 815++

JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru

A sensory-rich garden brunch at The Aviary with Bollywood music, a refined Pernod Ricard bar takeover and seasonal treats. I When: 4th March, 2026 | 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm I Price: INR 3,000++

Dirty Good, New Delhi

A 14-hour marathon of sound and colour that immerses you in it. A powerful EDM lineup and excellent production value. When: 4th March, 2026 | 11 AM onwards I Price: INR 1500++

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