NOLA Holi Festival

03/11/2026

Found this locket at the Washington Square Park. We can't be sure that it was dropped during the event, since the park is public and always in use. Still, this may have sentimental value to someone, and it would be great if we can reach them.

03/10/2026

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New Orleans was bursting with color Sunday as crowds gathered in Washington Square to celebrate Holi. Throwing rainbow clouds of colored chalk, the event drew people from around the city

03/09/2026

Holi is full of color, joy… and stained clothes! 🌈 Here are a few simple tips to save your favorite outfits after the celebration:

✨ Don’t wait—shake it out first. Before washing, shake off as much dry color powder as possible.

✨ Soak in cold water. Rinse or soak the clothes in cold water for 30 minutes. Hot water can set the stains.

✨ Use a gentle detergent. Rub a small amount of detergent directly onto the stained areas and let it sit for 10–15 minutes.

✨ Try natural stain fighters. A little baking soda or white vinegar can help break down stubborn colors.

✨ Wash separately. Wash Holi clothes separately the first time to avoid color transfer.

✨ Sun dry if possible. Sunlight naturally helps fade leftover stains.

Holi colors bring memories—don’t let them ruin your clothes! 💜💛💚

03/09/2026

What a day! 🌈✨

Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for the incredible sponsors, donors, volunteers and patrons who helped make the NOLA Holi Festival such a vibrant, unforgettable celebration this year. Your generosity and support brought this festival to life and filled it with color, joy, and community.

And New Orleans… you did what you do best. 🎉You showed up, you danced, you laughed, and you covered the city in color. Rain or shine, NOLA knows how to celebrate, and you did not disappoint.

Thank you for making this a Holi to remember.

Until next year…Keep the colors in your life, keep spreading joy, and keep celebrating together. 🌸🌈

# Community UntilNextYear

03/07/2026

🎉 The colors are coming to the streets of New Orleans!

The NOLA Holi Festival Parade kicks off with music, dance, and vibrant color as we celebrate Holi together.

🕦 11:30 AM – Parade Line Up
🎶 12–1 PM – Parade: Music, Dance & Colors

Grab your color packs before the parade and join the celebration of spring, unity, and joy.

📍 Washington Square
Save this route so you don’t miss the fun!

03/07/2026

🎉 Get ready for the most colorful celebration in New Orleans!

The NOLA Holi Festival returns with an incredible lineup of DJs, dance groups, cultural performances, and our vibrant parade through the streets.

🕙 Festival Kick-Off
🌈 Parade Line Up: 11:30 AM
🎶 Parade: 12–1 PM
🥁 Cultural Performances: 1 PM
🎧 DJs & Celebration: 2–5 PM

Bring your friends, wear white, and get ready for the colors to fly!

📍 Washington Square Park

03/03/2026

We are hoping for some sunshine this Sunday! Current weather forecast shows cloudy skies but no rain!

03/02/2026

Choti Holi,also known as Holika Dahan, is celebrated in India on the eve of the main Holi festival to symbolize the triumph of good over evil. At night, people light bonfires to represent the destruction of the demoness Holika.

02/27/2026

Come dressed in white, bring your friends, and get ready to celebrate love, unity, and spring in the most vibrant way possible. There will be music, dancing, delicious food, and of course… COLOR EVERYWHERE

03/22/2025

PSA - For those who missed NOLA Holi or those who didn't get enough.

Head on over the Ponchartrain Bridge on April 5th to the First HoliFest in Hammond organized by the Herbs of India

Ruchika Chadha - Please post details of time and place in the comments.