{"id":20118,"date":"2025-02-03T00:00:08","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T18:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=20118"},"modified":"2026-10-16T13:54:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T08:24:08","slug":"all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/","title":{"rendered":"Lathmar Holi in Barsana 2027: Dates, Traditions &amp; Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lathmar Holi in Barsana is not your typical Holi celebration. Simply put, it is an exciting mix of vigorous fun, cultural storytelling and vibrant hues, making it one of the most unique types of Holi in India. Held in the days leading up to Holi 2027, this festival in is marked by women playfully chasing men with sticks, emulating a tale deeply embedded in the love of Radha and Krishna. If you would like to have a unique experience during the Holi festival, then Barsana is the place to be! So, let\u2019s delve into all you need to know about Lathmar Holi in Barsana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this Blog<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#What_is_Lathmar_Holi\" >What is Lathmar Holi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#How_is_Holi_celebrated_in_Barsana\" >How is Holi celebrated in Barsana?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#Braj_Holi_2027_%E2%80%94_Dates_Must-Visit_Events\" >Braj Holi 2027 \u2014 Dates &amp; Must-Visit Events<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#Holi_Food_and_Thandai\" >Holi Food and Thandai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#How_to_Reach_Vrindavan_for_Holi\" >How to Reach Vrindavan for Holi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-lathmar-holi-in-barsana\/#Where_to_stay\" >Where to stay?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-lathmar-holi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Lathmar_Holi\"><\/span><strong>What is Lathmar Holi<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1742021495975-0f570401e6ba?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&amp;ixid=NHwxMjA3fDA%3D\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legend has it that Lord Krishna, along with his mischievous friends, would travel from Nandgaon to Barsana to tease and drench the <em>Gopis<\/em> (young women) in colours. The women, along with Radha, decided to take matters into their own hands. They playfully led the men out of Barsana while chasing and thrashing them, masquerading them in women\u2019s clothing and forcing them to dance. This story laid the foundation for Lathmar Holi Barsana, where even today, the Holi celebration follows this lively tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-is-holi-celebrated-in-barsana\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_Holi_celebrated_in_Barsana\"><\/span>How is Holi celebrated in Barsana?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the grand day of Lathmar Holi Barsana, men from Lord Krishna\u2019s village of Nandgaon visit Radhikaji\u2019s Temple. The men are completely packed and ready to avoid any blows from the enthusiastic women of Barsana.The men must find their way into the temple while the women block their path, hitting them with sticks. If a man is caught &#8211; oh dear! &#8211; he is forced to dress like a woman and dance for everyone\u2019s amusement. It\u2019s a hilarious, high-energy event that embodies the feisty love between Radha and Krishna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And it does not stop there. The next day, there is a role reversal \u2013 Barsana\u2019s men go to Nandgaon where the women are waiting for them with their own version of vengeance with wooden sticks. There is much more than the \u2018beatings\u2019 that was imagined. Streets are painted with colours as the locals joyously shower the crowds with natural colours made from Kesudo and Palash flowers. These vibrant blooms, native to Jharkhand and Gujarat, aren\u2019t just stunning but also soothing for the skin and makes them the perfect organic colour for Holi celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"braj-holi-2027-dates-amp-mustvisit-events\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Braj_Holi_2027_%E2%80%94_Dates_Must-Visit_Events\"><\/span><strong>Braj Holi 2027 \u2014 Dates &amp; Must-Visit Events<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Braj Holi is not a one-day festival. The Mathura-Vrindavan belt celebrates Holi across roughly ten days, with each day owned by a different temple town. The Uttar Pradesh tourism portal is running <strong>Rangotsav 2027 from March 16 to March 30<\/strong>, with Mathura and Vrindavan as the official venues. Here is the day-by-day schedule for Braj Holi 2027. Dates are set on the Hindu lunar calendar and confirmed by temple trusts closer to the festival, so verify with the temple trust before booking non-refundable travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those planning to witness Holi in Mathura and Vrindavan Holi celebrations, here are the key dates for Holi 2027:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Day<\/th><th>Event<\/th><th>Location<\/th><th>What happens<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>March 15, 2027<\/td><td>Monday<\/td><td>Laddu Holi<\/td><td>Radha Rani Temple, Barsana<\/td><td>Opening day of Braj Holi. Priests shower devotees with laddus from the temple sanctum. Men of Nandgaon arrive with the formal invitation for Lathmar Holi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 16, 2027<\/td><td>Tuesday<\/td><td><strong>Lathmar Holi, Barsana<\/strong><\/td><td>Radha Rani Temple precinct, Barsana<\/td><td>Women of Barsana playfully beat men from Nandgaon with sticks as the men try to enter the temple. Caught men are made to dress as women and dance. The signature event of the festival.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 17, 2027<\/td><td>Wednesday<\/td><td>Lathmar Holi, Nandgaon<\/td><td>Nandgaon<\/td><td>Roles reverse. Men of Barsana now travel to Nandgaon and the women there carry the sticks.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 19, 2027<\/td><td>Friday<\/td><td>Chhadi Mar Holi<\/td><td>Gokul<\/td><td>Celebrated with soft canes (chhadi) in place of lathis, honouring Krishna\u2019s early childhood at Gokul when sticks would have been too heavy for him.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 19, 2027<\/td><td>Friday<\/td><td>Widow\u2019s Holi<\/td><td>Gopinath Temple, Vrindavan<\/td><td>Vrindavan\u2019s widows play Holi with flowers and gulal, a tradition revived over the past two decades that upends centuries of exclusion.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 20, 2027<\/td><td>Saturday<\/td><td><strong>Phoolon Wali Holi<\/strong><\/td><td>Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan<\/td><td>On Rangbharni Ekadashi (Phalguna Shukla Ekadashi), priests shower devotees with flower petals for roughly 15 to 20 minutes inside the temple. One of the most photographed Holi events in India.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 21, 2027<\/td><td>Sunday<\/td><td>Holika Dahan<\/td><td>Across Braj, including Dwarkadhish Temple, Mathura<\/td><td>Evening bonfire marking the burning of the demoness Holika and the triumph of devotion.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 22, 2027<\/td><td>Monday<\/td><td><strong>Rangwali Holi \/ Dhulandi<\/strong><\/td><td>Dwarkadhish Temple Mathura, Banke Bihari Temple Vrindavan, and across Braj<\/td><td>The main Holi day. Dry and wet colour play across streets, courtyards, and temples.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 23, 2027<\/td><td>Tuesday<\/td><td>Huranga at Dauji<\/td><td>Baldeo Temple, Dauji (approximately 20 km from Mathura)<\/td><td>The grand finale. Women of Dauji tear clothes off men and beat them with the fabric scraps. A ritual celebrating Krishna\u2019s elder brother Balram.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"holi-food-and-thandainbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Holi_Food_and_Thandai\"><\/span>Holi Food and Thandai <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you thought the chaos and colors are everything that Holi celebration has to offer, then you are gravely mistaken. Holi is also a gourmet delight! The town is filled with the aroma of sweets such as gujiyas (deep fried dumplings stuffed with khoya and dry fruits) and malpuas (syrupy pancakes) during the festivities. But the real hero of Holi week is Thandai \u2013 a spiced nutty milk drink enriched with saffron, cardamom, and a hint of bhang. Now, if you are truly an adventure seeker, you indeed should try the Thandai with a hint of bhang. It\u2019s amazing and you wouldn\u2019t say you have experienced a Vrindavan Holi Celebration until you have tried a chilled glass of this intoxicating Thandai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-reach-vrindavan-for-holi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reach_Vrindavan_for_Holi\"><\/span><strong>How to Reach Vrindavan for Holi?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1756454487537-1fa7ad135349?q=80&amp;w=2231&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&amp;ixid=NHwxMjA3fDA%3D\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have decided to witness the exuberant Holi celebration in Vrindavan or Barsana, then there\u2019s nothing to worry as reaching here is quite convenient. Here\u2019s how you can reach the heart of the Holi festival madness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By Train: The closest rail station is Mathura Junction which is about 12km from Nandgaon, and serves as a base for people wanting to view the Lathmar Holi Barsana. Mathura actually connects with larger cities such as Varanasi, Agra, Jaipur, and Delhi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By Air: The first choice is Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi which is about 142km from Barsana. From there, you can book a car, or hop on a train to Mathura and then drive to Nandgaon or Barsana.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By Road: There are regular state buses and taxis available from other cities like Delhi, Agra, and Vrindavan. Mathura is the cultural centre and is the main stop for people who want to go to Vrindavan during Holi or want to experience the Holi celebrations in Mathura Vrindavan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for the best place to celebrate Holi in Mathura, Barsana\u2019s Lathmar Holi is an unmissable spectacle. The Vrindavan Holi dates coincide with a variety of colourful events, ensuring that the festival remains an immersive, multi-day experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"where-to-stay\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay\"><\/span>Where to stay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/compressed\/arches-and-aura-42dec2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vrindara Niwas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/vrindara-niwas?reference_number=prop67dfdbf261d9ddi7fzmu?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic-organic&amp;utm_campaign=lathmar_holi_dates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/compressed\/verdant-acres-81e12f.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Verdant Acres<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/verdant-acres?reference_number=prop673b7f1631236jcanxow?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic-organic&amp;utm_campaign=lathmar_holi_dates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/compressed\/the-owl-house-fdebc9.JPG\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Owl House<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-owl-house?reference_number=prop673b7f04d50c43j8zfb6?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic-organic&amp;utm_campaign=lathmar_holi_dates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, if you\u2019re ready to get drenched in colours, dodge a few playful stick-swings, and sip on some heavenly Thandai, Holi in Mathura Vrindavan awaits. The Holi festival date for Lathmar Holi Barsana is set &#8211; will you be there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741067775032\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Vrindavan and Barsana the same?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, Vrindavan and Barsana are different places. Barsana is a town near Mathura, famous for Lathmar Holi, while Vrindavan is a holy city known for its grand Holi celebrations in temples like Banke Bihari and ISKCON.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741067855064\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>\u00a0Is Mathura and Vrindavan the same?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, Mathura and Vrindavan are separate but close to each other. Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, while Vrindavan is where he spent his childhood. Both are famous for Holi celebrations and at a driving distance from Delhi.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741067906903\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How many days is Holi celebrated in Vrindavan?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Holi in Vrindavan is celebrated for about a week, with different events happening in temples and streets each day.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741067980186\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Which place is best to visit for Holi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you want to see unique Holi traditions, Barsana is famous for Lathmar Holi, Vrindavan for temple celebrations, and Mathura for grand processions. All three offer a magical Holi experience.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068013113\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where to celebrate Holi in Vrindavan?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u00a0Some of the best places to celebrate Holi in Vrindavan are:<br\/><strong>Banke Bihari Temple<\/strong> \u2013 Famous for its flower and color Holi.<br\/><strong>ISKCON Temple<\/strong> \u2013 Known for a spiritual and peaceful Holi celebration.<br\/><strong>Prem Mandir<\/strong> \u2013 Beautifully lit up with Holi festivities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068063618\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Lathmar Holi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Lathmar Holi is a special way of playing Holi in Barsana and Nandgaon. Women playfully hit men with sticks (lathis), while men try to shield themselves. It represents the fun and love between Radha and Krishna.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068093077\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When is Lathmar Holi celebrated in 2026?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Lathmar Holi will take place on March 11, 2026, in Barsana and March 12, 2026, in Nandgaon.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068108917\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where does Lathmar Holi happen?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Lathmar Holi is celebrated in Barsana and Nandgaon, two villages near Mathura. Barsana is Radha\u2019s village, and Nandgaon is Krishna\u2019s village.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068141377\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Holi in Mathura and Vrindavan safe for tourists?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, but it gets very crowded. Keep your belongings safe, avoid unknown streets at night, and travel with a group if possible. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741068194193\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are there any rules for playing Holi in Vrindavan and Mathura?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, respect the traditions. In temples, Holi is played with flowers or dry colors. Avoid throwing colors forcefully at people who don\u2019t want to participate.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Banner Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=User:Vijaysraman&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1\">Vijay Sundararaman Iyer<\/a> via Wikimedia<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lathmar Holi in Barsana is not your typical Holi celebration. 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