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Holi is a famous Hindu festival that is now celebrated across the world. Holi, celebrated with color powders and water, marks the beginning of spring and is celebrated for an abundant harvest season. The festival also symbolizes the triumph of good over evil.
Many schools in the US plan activities with colors as an approach to inclusivity and so do majority of the Universities celebrate Holi on campus. There are many DIY/ at- home activities, arts and crafts online that you can also easily do with your little ones and have fun.
Dallas has a vast cultural diversity, and there is something for everyone in the city. And that is also the best part about Dallas metroplex. You get to experience culturally rich food, festivals and meet different people with such incredible experiences, stories and backgrounds. It is important for our kids to experience diverse cultures so that they learn early on and are more accepting of the differences. Plus, what is better than letting them be a part of fun filled activities and playtime on a weekend? Besides celebrations like these bring communities together!
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Holi is celebrated on the last full moon day of the Hindu Calendar and this year it falls on March 28 and March 29. It is celebrated on two days; on the first day, people light a sacred bonfire in the evening and get together to worship, play and dance. On the second day, the actual celebration with colors and water start early in the morning.
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People smear vibrant color powders on faces, clothes and throw up in the air, dance, and originally also make use of water. But at these events in Dallas, there will only be colors. The thick clouds of colors that form up in the air are much filled with love and joy! People play DJ tracks and dance and drink cold beverages.
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The colors used in the celebrations are normally blue, yellow, red, green and each color symbolizes something significant as with other cultures. For example, red is for love and marriage and yellow is for turmeric. Usually the colors are easily washed off of the clothes but it is suggested to dress up accordingly. People love dressing up in white so the vibrant colors of Holi show. The vibrancy of colors brings in a lot of positivity and the entire atmosphere is worth rejoicing.
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If you have never experienced this festival of colors and love, here is a list of events taking place on March 27th, 2021 in Dallas area, that will definitely make you fall in love with Holi celebrations:
1. Holi Mela Dallas Festival of Colors 2021:
Date: March 27, 2021; Time: 11:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Address: 2520 Oak Grove Loop S, Grapevine, Tx 76051 (Near Lake)
This event is organized by America Madheshi Samaaj, Texas in Grapevine, a suburb in northwest Dallas. There is going to Dance, food and color. The entry fee is $15 per person.
2. Holi: A festival of colors & spring:
Date: March 27, 2021; Time: 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Address: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis Street, Coppell, Tx, 75019
Enjoy this event free of cost on the Grove in CAC, Coppell, located in northwest Dallas County. Participate in a colorful display of interactive art activities, sip on Indian spiced drinks while enjoying dance performances from eminent classical Indian dance schools from the Dallas- Fort Worth- Arlington metroplex.
3. Rang De, Holi Glow Party:
Date: March 27, 2021; Time: 9:30 PM onwards
Location: Sangrilla Grill and Bar, 4070 N Belt Line Road, #138, Irving, Tx
This is only for adults 21+, official Id will be required. Their dress code is glow in the dark or neon or white casuals. There will be a live DJ. Glow in the dark face/ body paint and accessories will be provided inclusive in the ticket. They do not allow outside paint or colors. Tickets are priced at $12.