# Event Details - **Event Name**: Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate spring and the vibrant Holi tradition with a spectacular colour throw, creative workshops, henna, dance, music, and food.About this EventGemArts x BalticHoli Festival of Colours: Colour Throwing FinaleSaturday 14 March | 15:00-16:00*Free, booking essential*Activities including creative workshops, henna, dance, music, and delicious Indian food will be taking place throughout Baltic ahead of the colour throwing from 12:00-16:00 in celebration of . See full programme of activities here.The day will culminate in a joyous colour throwing at 3pm, where we will gather outdoors to throw colourful powder pigment and celebrate the arrival of spring. This bit is fun and messy, so please wear something you don’t mind getting dirty.Usually celebrated in March, Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates spring, love, and new life. This event is for people of any faith and those with none.Please don’t bring backpacks or your own powder pigment with you. Free pigment will be provided at the event. After the event, please don't visit our gallery spaces as we try to keep our exhibitions clear of coloured pigment.In partnership with: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1d775430-08d2-11f1-b6c3-c3694e9a4e40-rimg-w1074-h740-dc000000-gmir.png Supported by:Arts Council England, Gateshead Council and North East Combined AuthorityEvent Partners:NEXUS, Newcastle Hindu Temple, Chai Events and Spice FMEvent CancellationIn the event of wet weather, you will be notified that the colour throwing will be cancelled. The indoor based celebrations will continue as usual.AccessibilityView information on getting to Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead and plan your visit by reading our visual story on what to expect when visiting us.You can view Baltic's access facilities before your visit. For access requests specific to the event, please email myexperience@balticmill.com to let us know about any requirements you have. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gateshead/holi-festival-of-colours-2026-colour-throwing/100001982770953296 - **Event Categories**: Art, Festivals, Workshops, Exhibitions, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 4 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Gateshead - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art - **lat**: 54.9691659 - **long**: -1.5983203000000685 - **full address**: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/88c3db536e262dc7c69fcd16e09205221d9bcef6deb92c5b207c079f7188c550-rimg-w1200-h798-dc161518-gmir.jpg?v=1770983406 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing being held? - **A:** Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing takes place on Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm at BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing? - **A:** Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing is organized by Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Holi Festival of Colours 2026: Colour Throwing is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gateshead, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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