Anticipate festivities full of delicious street fare, dancing, traditional music, and, of course, a ton of color.
Is there a better way to celebrate Holi in London than by dousing people with colored powder? Holi sometimes referred to as the "Festival of Colors," is a Hindu holiday that is observed by Sikhs, Jains, and nonreligious people alike throughout the Indian subcontinent. Even yet, anyone who wants to join in the fun can attend several activities taking place outside of India.
The event is observed in the month of Phalgun on the Hindu calendar, which typically falls between February and March. The Hindu holiday of Holi, which this year falls on March 8th, is a celebration of the divinity Radha Krishna. Yet, as Holi celebrates the victory of the Hindu deity Vishnu (also known as Narasimha Narayana) over Hiranyakashipu, it also represents the victory of good over evil.
These are our picks for the finest ways to celebrate the colorful holiday of Holi in London if you wish to join in.
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How to celebrate Holi the best in London
Holi, an Indian festival of colors
The outdoor Holi celebration hosted by Magic of India is the ideal event if you're looking to have family fun. Drummers, DJs, and traditional Indian dancers will all perform, and even better, tickets come with skin-safe colored powder you may hurl at other guests. Several snack stands will also provide you with energy for the color fight.
Where: Cherry Blossom Trees, Swiss Cottage Fountain Area, London NW3 3NR
URL: magicofindia.org
Adults pay £30; kids pay £20.
Sunday, March 12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
House of Holi at Cinnamon Kitchen
Want to participate in a color war without having to destroy your clothes? With a distinctive pop-up pod in Devonshire Square and a reputation for inventive Indian cuisine, Cinnamon Kitchen will provide visitors with a protective white suit before a fight. Food is obviously on the menu as well, and on Tuesday, March 7, the City site will host a Holi Festival Feast Supper Club starting at 6.30 p.m. Vivek Singh and Raju Ramachandran, the restaurant's executive chef, will serve five delicious courses along with a variety of delicacies, such as pollock paturi and cauliflower kempu.
Where: 9 Devonshire Square, Cinnamon Kitchen City, London EC2M 4YL
url: designmynight.com
Starting at £10.
Dates: March 7, Tuesday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Holi Festival in London
As Holi is a celebration, dancing, and music are necessary to properly honor the day, and this afternoon's event promises to do that. Dhol musicians, belly dancers, DJs, and other live performers will perform for you, along with family-friendly entertainment. Color war isn't the only form of entertainment offered at London ki Holi; there are also indoor and outdoor 360-degree picture and video booths, face painters, and glitter artists. Together with multi-cuisine street food vendors serving thandai, chaat, dosa, and an Indian sweets counter, the program will also include henna and glitter artists to help you get ready for the festivities.
Where: Collier Row Road, Collier Row, Dagenham, Romford, The City Pavilion RM5 2BH
Eventbrite.co.uk is the website.
Price: Adults £22; children ages 0 to 3 are free; ages 3 to 12 are £12; and ages 13 to 16 are £15
Dates: Saturday, March 11, from 12 to 7 p.m.
Babur
India is renowned for its gastronomic celebrations, and Holi is no exception. Throughout March, customers can enjoy a three-course limited-edition menu at an upscale Indian restaurant and takeout Babur. Even better, on March 8 there will be a Holi celebration beneath their Rajasthani tent with a parade of Bollywood dancers. Together with colored powder (of course), a unique drink, a traditional feast, and performances by Absolute Bollywood are also on the agenda.
Location: Forest Hill
url: babur.info
Price: £30
Wednesday, March 8, to Friday, March 31,
The Festival of Colors is Holi.
Although if the chaotic color fight is how most people associate Holi, you may still have a great day. Join us at Blackheath Halls for a fun-filled evening for the whole family including vegetarian treats and snacks, and a brief performance by the musicians Kirpal Singh Panesar, Harkiret Singh Bahra, and Ranjana Ghatak on the tabla. With a session given by Cohesion Plus, you have the opportunity to learn from some of the top bhangra dancers if you have ever envied them while watching them perform.
Location: Hearn Recital Room
Internet address: conservatoire.org.uk
Price: £13.70 (Suitable for 5-12 year-olds)
Dates: Saturday, March 18, from 17.30 to 18.30
Roti Chai
Coming soon: more menu suggestions. Three meals at Roti Chai in London's West End are only £38 as part of a special menu for Holi. Roti rolls and dahi puris are offered as appetizers, butter chicken or malai methi paneer as a main dish, and doughnuts or rice pudding made in India as a dessert. Even better, you can throw on a cocktail for just £7; we suggest the lychee rose bellini.
Where: 3 Portman Mews S, London, England, W1H 6AS
Rotichai.com is the website.
Price: £38
Beginning on March 1,
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