11 Awesome Holi Events for Families in New York
Holi is a joyful and colorful Hindu festival that celebrates the arrival of spring. It’s known for its vibrant display of colors to create a lively, fun and joyful atmosphere. Yet the festival is not just about fun, it also holds deep spiritual significance, symbolizing renewal and unity. Traditionally celebrated with family and friends, Holi brings communities together, marking a time for forgiveness, laughter, and the celebration of life itself.
This year, Holi falls on March 14. Luckily, there are lots of family-friendly Holi events in New York City where people can come together and enjoy the lively atmosphere of this colorful tradition. Check out these awesome events!
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Manhattan
Holi Studio
Aksarā Studio, 10 W End Ave., Upper West Side
March 8-9, Saturday and Sunday, 10 am – 12 pm & 1 – 3 pm
Ages 3-5: 10 am – 12 pm
Ages 5-8: 1 – 3 pm
$25 per child and accompanied by one parent
Experience a hands-on celebration of color and creativity while blending traditional Holi festivities with artistic exploration.
CMOM Holi Celebration
Children’s Museum of Manhattan, 212 West 83rd St., Upper West Side
March 9-14, Sunday and Friday, 10 am – 5 pm.
Ages 8 and younger
Included with admission: $17
Celebrate Holi, the traditional Indian festival of colors, by learning about Holi traditions through read-alouds, puppetry, a dance workshop, and exciting art projects!
Holi Celebration at The Seaport
The Seaport, 12 Fulton St., Downtown Manhattan
Saturday, March 15, 11 am – 2 pm
All ages
Free
Advanced registration required
This year, the Seaport in partnership with The Culture Tree and the South Street Seaport Museum invites you to join the celebration of the traditional Indian festival of colors. This colorful day will include interactive dance performances and workshops, literary festival, delicious tastings, art activity, music and, of course, spirited fun with brightly colored powder.
Kid’s Holi – Aarti and Celebration
The Broome Street Ganesha Temple, 430 Broome St., 2nd Floor, Tribeca
Saturday, April 26, 11 am
Ages 3 and older
$15
This special Holi Puja will be filled with beautiful prayers, rituals, and blessings. It’s a rare chance to connect with your community, immerse yourself in the joy of Holi, and experience the magic of this auspicious day together. The event will include an interactive aarti, meditation, storytime (by author Anu Sehgal), and prasaad from TAGMO.
Brooklyn
Prospect Park, Long Meadow, 95 Prospect Park West, Park Slope
Sunday, April 6, 1 – 2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Join Mixed Masala and Brooklyn Conservatory of Music in celebrating Holi, the Festival of Colors! The celebration begins with picnicking and live music by the Arun Ramamurthy Trio at Long Meadow (near Grand Army Plaza). Bring a blanket and snacks to enjoy the free concert. Later, attendees will be invited to join in the traditional celebration of throwing colored powder. Wear white clothing and expect to get messy! Purchase a packet of color to throw for $6.
Celebrate Holi
Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights
Saturday, May 3, 10 am, 1 pm & 4 pm.
All ages
$15
Join BCM and Ajna Dance Company for this annual celebration of Holi celebrating springtime, renewal, color, and play! BCM will be taking over neighboring Brower Park with pounds of color powder to throw in the air. Make sure to wear WHITE for color-powder play.
Queens
Women’s History Month: Holi: Celebrating Colors, New Beginnings, Love & Unity
Queens Public Library – Queensbridge, 10-43 41 Avenue, Long Island City
Saturday, March 15, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Ages 6 and older
Free
Advanced registration required
Design colorful mandalas on cardstock or canvas using paints and vibrant art supplies.
Indian Dance Celebration with the Ajna Dance Company
Bayside Historical Society, 208 Totten Avenue, Fort Totten, Bayside
Sunday, March 23, 3 – 4:30 pm
All ages
$15; $10 members
This exhilarating Passport Concert event explores the significance of the Hindu Holi festival, introducing participants to Indian dance, movement, and culture through three distinct styles: Classical, Folk, and Bollywood. Attendees will experience a dynamic and engaging interactive demonstration and educational presentation, featuring a performance by the Ajna Dance Company. Plus: Participants will get the chance to try out their Bollywood and Bhangra dance moves! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of culture and rhythm!
Holi Celebration
Queens County Farm Museum, 75-50 Little Neck Parkway, Glen Oaks
Saturday, March 29, 10 am – 12 pm
All ages
$15; $10 child
Advanced registration required
Celebrate the emergence of spring and the harvest season with an educational discussion on what Holi is, how it’s evolved, and how it is celebrated here versus in India and other locations around the world. There will be professional dancers, and guests will be encouraged to join in the festivities, there will be samples of traditional Indian snacks and treats, followed by color play throughout the south side of the Farms 47 acres of property. Guests are encouraged to wear white.
Long Island
Holi Art, Family Program
Connetquot River State Park Preserve, 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale
Friday, March 14, 5:45 – 8 pm
Ages 12 and older
$4
Advanced registration required
Holi is the Hindu Festival of Colors, marking the beginning of spring. Inspired by the colorful throwing powder, gulal, you will create colorful works of art to take home!
Holi: A Festival of Colors
Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
Sunday, April 6, 12 – 4 pm
All ages
$18
Get ready for an unforgettable day full of music, dance, crafts and colorful fun! Holi, known as the Festival of Colors, is a celebration of love, unity and the arrival of spring. LICM brings this exciting cultural tradition to life with an array of activities that will delight visitors of all ages.
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