Celebrating Holi in London: A Festival of Color and Joy
Is there any better way to celebrate Holi in London than hurling coloured powder at strangers? Also known as the “Festival of Colours”, Holi is celebrated across the Indian subcontinent by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and many others. Moreover, there are plenty of events outside of India for anyone wanting to join in the fun.
The festival is celebrated in the Hindu calendar month of Phalgun, usually between February and March. This year, Holi falls on Wednesday, 8 March. For Hindus, this centuries-old festival is a celebration of the god Radha Krishna, signifying the triumph of good over evil, commemorating the victory of god Vishnu as Narasimha Narayana over Hiranyakashipu.
If you want to partake in this vibrant celebration, here is our selection of the best ways to celebrate the Holi festival in London.
The Best Ways to Celebrate Holi in London
Magic of India: Holi Colour Dance Party
If family fun is your criteria, Magic of India’s Holi outdoor party is the ideal event. Expect thrilling performances from drummers, DJs, and traditional Indian dancers. Better yet, tickets include skin-safe coloured powder to throw at fellow attendees. Plenty of food stalls will also energise you for the colour fight.
- Where: Swiss Cottage Fountain Area, Cherry Blossom Trees, London NW3 3NR
- Price: Adults £30; children £20
- Dates: Sunday, 12 March; 11am – 4pm
Cinnamon Kitchen’s House of Holi
Want a colour fight without the worry of damaging your clothes? Cinnamon Kitchen, renowned for innovative Indian cooking, offers a unique pop-up pod in Devonshire Square. Guests will receive a protective white suit before joining the fun. On Tuesday, 7 March, the City site will host a Holi Festival Feast Supper Club from 6.30pm onwards. Indulge in five delectable courses crafted by Chef Vivek Singh and the restaurant’s head chef, Raju Ramachandran, featuring exciting dishes like pollock paturi and cauliflower kempu.
