Holi Bhai Dooj 2026 Date, Muhurat, and Rituals Explained

Holi Bhai Dooj, a Hindu festival celebrating the sibling bond, will be observed on March 5, 2026, according to the Hindu calendar's Dwitiya Tithi, which begins on the evening of March 4 and ends on March 5. On this day, sisters apply a tilak to their brothers' foreheads, praying for their well-being, while brothers pledge protection. The festival honors the mythological visit of Yamaraj, the God of Death, to his sister Yamuna. Auspicious timings for rituals are provided for devotees.