Holi in Rishikesh – A Spiritual Festival of Colours

Holi celebration in India

Rishikesh in Uttarakhand offers a unique blend of Holi colour celebration and spiritual ambience. Unlike the playful chaos of major cities, here Holi is observed with organic colours, devotional songs, and river‑side rituals at Triveni Ghat and ashrams like Parmarth Niketan.

Holi here typically draws domestic and international travellers seeking a peaceful yet colourful celebration—with bhajans, Ganga aarti sessions, and eco‑friendly gulal. Retreats and cafes also host events with live music, natural colours, and regional snacks like gujiya and thandai.

Not to be missed:

• Holi at Triveni Ghat: music, dance, a holy dip in the Ganga.

• Parmarth Niketan Holi: worship, colour play, communal harmony.

• International Yoga day celebrations that happen during same time period

• White-water rafting and camping next the Ganges

Category	Details
When	Holi day in March (Hindu calendar)
Where	Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh
How to get there	Nearest airport Dehradun; train/bus to Rishikesh
Nearby attractions	Ganga Aarti, Laxman Jhula, Beatles Ashram
Weather	15–25 °C, cool mornings, warm afternoons
Clothing & where to buy	Light clothes, organic gulal from local shops
Festival food	Gujiya, thandai, bhang laddoo
Child‑friendly?	Yes, especially in ashrams and resorts
Local guides	Parmarth Niketan staff, Ganga Café Tours
Best transport	Walking, motorbike taxi, tuk‑tuk