Sangla Holi 2026 Dates
In the cities, Holi is a day. In the Kinnaur Valley, it is a four-day spiritual transition known as the Faguli Festival.
At Wanderers Nest, we don’t just take you to play with colors; we take you on a journey to witness the end of the Himalayan winter. For 2026, the mountains are calling earlier than usual, and the snow is waiting to be splashed with pink.
Official Dates: Sangla Holi 2026 Schedule
The Faguli Festival is a lunar-aligned event. While the main “Rangwali Holi” coincides with the national calendar, the rituals in Sangla follow a specific four-day progression.
| Date | Festival Day | What Happens? |
| March 2, 2026 | Day 1: The Arrival | Preparatory rituals and the distribution of Totu (roasted barley and buttermilk) as a blessing from the local deities. |
| March 3, 2026 | Day 2: The Spirit Day | Massive community processions at the Bering Nag Temple. The sound of the Karnal (trumpets) fills the valley. |
| March 4, 2026 | Day 3: Main Holi | The legendary Mask Dance (Phagli) and the portrayal of the Ramayana in the village square. This is the main day of colors. |
| March 5, 2026 | Day 4: Gratitude Day | The Faag Mela. A grand feast offered to Mother Nature to pray for a good harvest and a prosperous year ahead. |
The 2026 “Nest” Experience: Beyond the Colors
1. The Phagli Mystery (March 4th)
The centerpiece of our 2026 trip is the Phagli Mask Dance. Men from the village dress as spirits and deities, wearing heavy wooden masks and grass skirts. Watching them dance in the shadows of the Kinner Kailash range is a primal experience. You aren’t a tourist here; you are a witness to an 800-year-old tradition.
2. The White Holi in Chitkul
On March 3rd or 5th (depending on our road flow), we head to Chitkul, the last inhabited village on the Indo-Tibetan border. In 2026, we expect heavy snow cover. Playing Holi here means your “colors” are mixed with fresh, pristine snow. It’s quiet, it’s cold, and it’s hauntingly beautiful.
3. Local Brews & Siddu Feasts
Holi in Kinnaur is incomplete without two things: Phasur (the local wine) and Siddu (steamed walnut-filled buns). Our homestay hosts in Sangla prepare these traditional delicacies specifically for the Wanderers Nest tribe.
Why This 2026 Road Trip is Different
The Route: We drive through the “World’s Most Dangerous Road” (Hindustan-Tibet Highway), which is at its most dramatic in early March with melting icicles and misty cliffs.
The Tribe: We limit our 2026 batches to small groups. This ensures we don’t overwhelm the small villages and can participate in the local dances without intruding.
The Comfort: March nights in Kinnaur are brutal 180^ is for ovens, here we face -5°C). We’ve curated the best wooden homestays with heating to keep the Nest warm.
How to Join the 2026 Expedition
Departure: Most of our road trips will start from Chandigarh or Delhi on March 1st or 2nd, 2026, to ensure we reach the valley in time for the core rituals.
Quick Packing List for 2026
- Heavy Thermals: Essential for -5°C nights.
- Old Woolens: For playing Holi (don’t bring your expensive branded jackets to the color fight!).
- UV Sunglasses: The mountain sun reflecting off the snow is incredibly bright.
- Organic Gulaal: We only use eco-friendly colors to protect the Baspa River ecosystem.
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