Phalguna Maas फाल्गुन
Phalguna, the twelfth and final month, closes the lunar year with two great festivals. Its dark-fortnight Chaturdashi is Maha Shivratri, the great night of Shiva, and its full moon is Holika Dahan, the eve of Holi.
- Presiding deity
- Shiva & the play of Holi
- Season (ritu)
- Shishira (winter)
- Order
- Month 12 of 12
Significance
The year ends in colour and devotion: the all-night vigil and fasting of Maha Shivratri, the bonfire of Holika Dahan, and the festival of colours (Holi / Dhulivandan) that follows.
Festivals in Phalguna
- Maha Shivratri
- Holika Dahan
- Holi / Dhulivandan
- Rangapanchami
Observances
A month of vigil and revelry: fasting and Shiva worship through Maha Shivratri's night, the Holika bonfire on the full moon, and the joyous play of colours that ushers out the old year.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Phalguna month?
Phalguna, the twelfth and final month, closes the lunar year with two great festivals. Its dark-fortnight Chaturdashi is Maha Shivratri, the great night of Shiva, and its full moon is Holika Dahan, the eve of Holi.
Which deity is worshipped in Phalguna?
Phalguna is devoted to Shiva & the play of Holi. The year ends in colour and devotion: the all-night vigil and fasting of Maha Shivratri, the bonfire of Holika Dahan, and the festival of colours (Holi / Dhulivandan) that follows.
What festivals fall in Phalguna?
Phalguna is known for Maha Shivratri, Holika Dahan, Holi / Dhulivandan, Rangapanchami. The year ends in colour and devotion: the all-night vigil and fasting of Maha Shivratri, the bonfire of Holika Dahan, and the festival of colours (Holi / Dhulivandan) that follows.
How is Phalguna observed?
A month of vigil and revelry: fasting and Shiva worship through Maha Shivratri's night, the Holika bonfire on the full moon, and the joyous play of colours that ushers out the old year.
When is Phalguna in Mumbai, MH (2027)?
Phalguna runs from 9 March 2027 to 6 April 2027 in Mumbai, MH.
Last updated 29 July 2026