Holi, the festival of colors, is one of the most joyous and vibrant celebrations in India. It’s that time of year when streets turn into rainbows, laughter fills the air, and everyone—young and old—comes together to welcome spring with color, music, and love.
But for children, Holi isn’t just about splashing colors—it’s also about creativity, learning, and bonding with family through fun activities. From DIY crafts to color-making experiments, Holi offers endless opportunities to make unforgettable memories right at home.
If you’re looking for ways to make this Holi special for your kids, here are 15 amazingly fun Holi crafts and activities that are safe, easy, and full of festive cheer!
🌼 1. DIY Natural Holi Colors
Instead of buying chemical-filled powders, make your own natural colors at home using ingredients from your kitchen.
- Red – Dried hibiscus petals or red sandalwood powder.
- Yellow – Turmeric mixed with flour.
- Green – Dried neem or spinach leaves ground into powder.
- Pink – Beetroot juice dried in sunlight.
Let the kids join in measuring, mixing, and naming the colors—it’s a great hands-on science activity too!
🎨 2. Handprint Holi Cards
A perfect craft for preschoolers! Give kids white paper sheets, non-toxic paint, and let them make colorful handprints to create Holi greeting cards. They can write messages like “Happy Holi!” or “Let’s paint the world with joy!” inside. It’s a heartwarming keepsake to send to grandparents and friends.
🪅 3. Balloon Painting Fun
Take balloons, fill them with colored water, and let kids throw them gently on canvas or large sheets. The burst of color creates beautiful abstract art. Make sure you do this outside—because Holi is meant to be messy and fun!
🪔 4. Holi Diya Decoration
While diyas are often used during Diwali, decorating them for Holi can be a wonderful activity. Kids can paint small clay lamps in bright shades of pink, green, orange, and purple using acrylic colors and glitter. Once dry, use them to light up your home on Holika Dahan night.
🧵 5. Rainbow Garland Craft
Cut out strips of colorful paper and let the kids make a Holi garland by looping and stapling them together. Hang these across doors, walls, or balconies to give your home a festive look.
🍭 6. Sweet Making Activity
Festivals are never complete without sweets! Teach your children how to make simple Holi desserts like gujiya, malpua, or thandai milkshake. Let them decorate gujiyas with colorful sprinkles or pour thandai into fancy glasses. It’s a delicious way to introduce them to Indian culinary traditions.
🔥 7. Holika Dahan Storytime
Before the big day, gather your children and narrate the legend of Holika and Prahlad. Use puppets or drawings to make the story interactive. Explain how Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil and why we light bonfires on Holika Dahan night.
This helps children understand the deeper meaning behind the celebration.
🧩 8. Holi Theme Puzzle Craft
Cut a large colorful Holi painting or print into puzzle-shaped pieces and ask kids to reassemble it. You can laminate it for reuse. It sharpens memory, improves hand-eye coordination, and keeps them engaged for hours.
🌈 9. Holi Water Gun Painting
If your kids love pichkaris (water guns), this activity is for them! Fill water guns with washable watercolors, set up a white sheet outside, and let them “paint” with color bursts. The result? A fun splatter painting that can be framed as festive art.
🧒 10. Paper Plate Holi Masks
Give each child a paper plate, cut out holes for eyes, and let them design their own Holi masks using feathers, sequins, and bright colors. It’s a great pre-Holi party activity for groups of kids.
💦 11. Eco-Friendly Water Balloons
Teach children how to make eco-friendly balloons by using sponges or biodegradable paper filled with colored water. This ensures zero plastic waste while keeping the fun alive.
🧵 12. Holi T-shirt Tie & Dye
Turn old white T-shirts into colorful masterpieces with a simple tie-and-dye technique. Twist sections of the shirt, tie them with rubber bands, and dip them in natural dyes. Once dry, your kids will have their own festive outfit for Holi!
🪩 13. Color Sorting Game for Toddlers
Set up bowls of different colored powder and ask toddlers to sort matching color toys or paper bits into them. It helps teach color recognition while keeping them busy in a sensory activity.
🎶 14. Holi Dance & Music Time
Play cheerful Holi songs like Rang Barse, Balam Pichkari, or Badri Ki Dulhania and let the kids dance around with scarves or ribbons. It’s an energy-filled indoor activity that keeps the festive spirit alive even if it rains.
📸 15. Family Holi Photo Booth
Create a small DIY photo booth using a white bedsheet backdrop, balloons, and color splashes. Let kids pose with props like sunglasses, water guns, or “Happy Holi” signs. Capture the memories and print them for your family scrapbook!
🌸 Bonus: Holi Coloring Pages and Chart Activities
For a calm indoor option, print Holi-themed coloring pages with illustrations of kids playing with colors, bonfires, and sweets. Add simple Holi vocabulary charts—like Gulal, Pichkari, Holika Dahan, and Thandai—so children learn new words while coloring.
🌞 Why Holi Is the Most Joyful Festival for Kids
Holi isn’t just about colors; it’s about togetherness, forgiveness, and the triumph of love and goodness. It encourages creativity, teaches kindness, and gives families a chance to connect beyond daily routines. When celebrated safely—with natural colors, respect, and laughter—it becomes a cherished memory for life.
Parents can make Holi even more special by teaching their kids to play responsibly:
- Use eco-friendly colors.
- Avoid wasting water.
- Protect eyes and skin with coconut oil or aloe vera.
- Respect others who may not want to play.
By keeping these values alive, we ensure Holi remains as beautiful in spirit as it is in color.
📅 When is Holi in 2025?
In 2025, Holika Dahan (the bonfire) will be celebrated on Thursday, 13th March, and the Festival of Colors (Rangwali Holi) on Friday, 14th March. The timing is perfect for a long weekend full of colors, sweets, and smiles!
🏠 Final Thoughts
This Holi, let’s make it not just about playing with colors, but also about creating colorful memories with your little ones. From handmade crafts to fun games, these Holi activities will fill your home with joy, laughter, and creativity.
So gather your paints, prepare your sweets, and get ready to celebrate the festival of love and colors in the most beautiful way—through art, fun, and togetherness.
Happy Holi 2025 to you and your family! 🌈💧🎉