Rangbhari Ekadashi, also known as Amalaki Ekadashi, will be celebrated on 27 February 2026, marking the onset of the Holi festival in Varanasi.
Rangbhari Ekadashi, also referred to as Amalaki Ekadashi, holds significant importance and is celebrated particularly in Varanasi, where it is tied to the legends of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This year, the festival is set to be observed on 27 February 2026. According to the Drik Panchang, the ekadashi tithi begins at 12:33 AM and concludes at 10:32 PM the same day, with the fasting (vrat) dedicated to this festival commemorated on the same date. The breaking of the fast, known as 'paran,' will take place on 28 February 2026 during the auspicious time of 6:47 AM to 9:06 AM.