Experience the vibrant festival of colours in the heart of Rajasthan.
Holi, the festival of colours, comes alive in Pushkar like nowhere else. In 2027, the celebrations run from 20 to 23 March, set against the sacred Pushkar Lake and its ancient ghats. The Pushkar Holi Festival blends age-old tradition with a lively, carnival like energy that draws travellers from across India and abroad.
Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil, rooted in the legend of Prahlad and Holika, and marks the arrival of spring. Bonfires (Holika Dahan) are lit the night before, followed by a day of colours, music, and celebration that has united communities across India for centuries.
Also known as "La Bella" Pushkar Holi, the festival here carries added spiritual weight thanks to the town's sacred Brahma Temple and holy lake. Locals, pilgrims, and international travellers all play colours together, giving Pushkar's Holi a character unlike anywhere else in India.
Celebrations aren't limited to a single day. For 7–8 days before Holi, the ghats and bazaars of Pushkar come alive with cultural events, rituals, and markets selling colours and sweets, building anticipation ahead of the main celebration.
The main event, Dhulandi (the day of colour play), sees the entire town break into colour, music, and dance. The Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan organises an official two day Holi festival at the Pushkar fairground, with folk performances and cultural programmes complementing the community celebrations happening across the ghats and bazaars.
Pushkar is more than a pilgrimage town. Over the years, its sands have quietly become a gathering ground for psytrance and electronic music culture, drawing travellers, musicians, and free spirits alongside the pilgrims who come for the lake and temple. Open-air parties and late-night sets now share the same desert air as centuries-old rituals, giving Pushkar a rare, layered identity.
Pushkar is also home to popular private Holi events such as HoliPurim, Svana, Sunburn Holi Events, and Rang Festival Pushkar, held on the town's outskirts with DJs, live music, and organic colours for a more modern celebration. Dates and venues change yearly, so it's worth checking current details before planning.
After a day of vibrant colours and celebrations, relax at Pushkar Adventure Desert Camp, one of the best places to stay during the Pushkar Holi Festival. Located in the peaceful desert surroundings, our camp offers the perfect escape from the crowds while keeping you close to the festivities.
Complete your Holi getaway with an exciting Camel Safari or Jeep Safari, a traditional Rajasthani dinner, a bonfire evening with folk music and dance performances, and a comfortable overnight stay in a Swiss tent or cottage in the Pushkar desert.
If you're looking for accommodation near the HoliPurim Psytrance Festival in Pushkar? Pushkar Adventure Desert Camp is located just 2 km from the festival venue, making it easy to book a tented stay with us and enjoy both the psytrance festival experience and a desert camping stay in the same trip.
Holi is peak season in Pushkar and tents fill up fast. We offer packages that include accommodation, pick-up and drop-off to and from Holi events, safaris, and more. Contact us via WhatsApp or a call to check availability and book your Pushkar Holi Festival 2027 package.
Chat on WhatsApp Call UsThe Pushkar Holi Festival 2027 runs from 20 to 23 March, with Dhulandi (the main colour play) as the central event.
HoliPurim is located approximately 2 km from the camp, making it easy to combine the festival with a comfortable desert tent stay.
Our Holi packages include accommodation, pick-up and drop-off to and from Holi events, and safaris, with options to customise based on your group size and preferences.
Yes, other popular private events include Svana, Sunburn Holi Events, and Rang Festival Pushkar, though dates and venues can change each year.
Yes, Holi is peak season in Pushkar and tents fill up quickly, so early booking is strongly recommended.