Lunar Eclipse 2026 and Choti Holi Clash: 2026 Holi celebrations face a rare celestial alignment as a total lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan) coincides with the traditional date of Holika Dahan on March 3, 2026. This coincidence has sparked a debate among devotees regarding the appropriate timing for fire rituals, as the Sutak Kaal—a period where religious activities are traditionally avoided—overlaps with much of the day.