Holi 2026: A Journey Through India’s Hyperlocal Holi Celebrations

When most people think of Holi, they imagine North India: colours flying, water drenching, and bhaang in hand. But India is far more diverse, and Holi takes many different forms across the country. In West Bengal, it appears as Dol Jatra, a celebration of culture, songs, and community gatherings. In Uttarakhand’s Kumaon region, Holi is a nearly two-month-long musical festival, with classical ragas, Baithki and Khadi gatherings, reflecting the region’s rich cultural traditions. We take a look at some of these unique hyerlocal celebrations.