Holi 2026: Learn how to make natural and safe colours at this workshop in Mumbai

Participants celebrate a natural Holi with Priyal Soni (centre). PICS COURTESY/NATURALIST EXPLORERS, WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Whether you said it flowers over Valentine's weekend or not, you certainly can this weekend. City-based Naturalist Explorers will help you derive fully natural pigments through flowers like Palash and Blue Pea flower through sustainable practices. "Flowers come to bloom in India right in time for Holi. The process to extract these colours is simple, and doesn't need special equipment. Perfect for kids and seniors," suggests the expert for the day Priyal Soni.

On February 22; 9.30 am
At Pumpkino Studio, Chamunda Circle, Borivli West.
Call 8976451433
Entry Revealed on registration

Make it grand

Every year in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, revellers join the Phoolon Ki Holi. The celebrations are water-free and use powdered flowers and petals instead of synthetic colours. If you plan to catch this unique celebration, pack your bags soon, the tentative date for the 2026 edition is February 28.

Nature's palette

Here's how flowers and leaves hiding in plain sight in your gardens transform into vibrant colours

Gulmohar: Orange, yellow, Blue Pea Flower: Blue Spinach: Green

Palash: Saffron, Turmeric: Bright yellow, Madder root: Deep red