For thousands of years, Hindus have traditionally played Holi with colored powders, pots of buttermilk, and other games centered on the religious stories around Holi.
Holi also marks the start of spring, for many the start of the new year, an occasion for people to enjoy the changing seasons and make new friends.
People have found creative ways to celebrate Holi in the 21st century. In fact, many ‘color runs’ draw inspiration from Holi, though in some way such creative ways erase Holi’s Hindu roots and commercialize a festival that has deeper sacred significance.
Even as the celebrations evolve, the core message of ‘Unity’ will always remain the same. We want to share, celebrate, and respect this beautiful meaning of our Hindu tradition.