Holi Hai – Spring Colors Festival
May 12, 2018 – 10:00am – 5:30pm
This spring festival returns to Governors Island. Expect to get covered in colored powders, as well as find food vendors, live music dance, yoga and more.
The throwing of (powdered) color (gulal) is based on the legend of Krishna. It is said that Krishna, whose skin was blue, wanted to have the same complexion as his love interest Radha, so with his mother’s advice, he applied colors to her face. The colors are simply a representation of that story and have become an expression of love. Each color has its own meaning. Red is purity and love; green is vitality and new beginnings; blue is the color of Krishna; and yellow is the color of turmeric which is what was used historically.
Cost: FREE to register for the event. Register in advance at nycholi.com; $13 for color packs (must purchase colors through the event).
The throwing of (powdered) color (gulal) is based on the legend of Krishna. It is said that Krishna, whose skin was blue, wanted to have the same complexion as his love interest Radha, so with his mother’s advice, he applied colors to her face. The colors are simply a representation of that story and have become an expression of love. Each color has its own meaning. Red is purity and love; green is vitality and new beginnings; blue is the color of Krishna; and yellow is the color of turmeric which is what was used historically.
Cost: FREE to register for the event. Register in advance at nycholi.com; $13 for color packs (must purchase colors through the event).
Governors Island
The Play Lawn @ Governors Island
New York NY 11231More Info: https://www.nycholi.com/
The Play Lawn @ Governors Island
New York NY 11231More Info: https://www.nycholi.com/