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Holi is a festival that brings together colour, music, and incredible food. From creamy thandai to crispy gujiyas, the food spread at a Holi party is what everyone looks forward to. But putting it all together requires smart planning and timely shopping. This guide from Laxi Super Mart covers every grocery item you need for a memorable Holi 2026 celebration.
Whether you are hosting a small family gathering or a full-blown Holi party with neighbours and friends, this list has you covered with quantities for a family of four, scalable suggestions for larger groups, and budget estimates.
Thandai is the signature drink of Holi, and making it from scratch tastes far superior to ready-made mixes. Here is what you need:
| Ingredient | Quantity | Estimated Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Fat Milk | 4 litres | 220–260 |
| Almonds | 200 g | 180–220 |
| Cashews | 100 g | 100–130 |
| Melon Seeds (Magaz) | 100 g | 150–200 |
| Poppy Seeds (Khus Khus) | 50 g | 60–80 |
| Fennel Seeds (Saunf) | 50 g | 30–40 |
| Black Pepper | 1 tsp | Already in pantry |
| Cardamom | 10–12 pods | 50–70 |
| Saffron | A few strands | 80–150 |
| Rose Petals / Rose Water | 1 small bottle | 40–60 |
| Sugar | 200 g | 10–15 |
If you prefer convenience, brands like Paper Boat, Hershey's, and MTR offer ready-to-drink or instant thandai mixes available at Laxi Super Mart.
No Holi celebration is complete without gujiyas. Here are the ingredients for approximately 30–35 pieces:
Pro Tip: Use a gujiya mould for uniform shapes. These are available at most kitchen sections in Laxi Super Mart stores during the Holi season.
A Holi party needs a mix of sweet and savoury. Here is your snack shopping list:
| Snack | Homemade or Store-Bought | Key Ingredients / Brand |
|---|---|---|
| Dahi Bhalla | Homemade | Urad dal, curd, tamarind chutney, spices |
| Papdi Chaat | Both | Papdi (Haldiram's), curd, chutneys, sev |
| Aloo Tikki | Homemade | Potatoes, bread crumbs, spices |
| Mathri | Homemade | Maida, ajwain, oil |
| Namak Pare | Both | Maida, salt, ajwain, oil |
| Pakoras (Assorted) | Homemade | Besan, onions, spinach, potatoes |
| Ready Namkeen | Store-Bought | Bikaji, Haldiram's, Bikanervala |
Stock up on these chaat-making staples that go into multiple dishes:
After the morning of colours, families typically sit down for a hearty lunch. Popular choices include:
For a ready-made shortcut, check our guide to the best ready-to-eat meal brands available at Laxi Super Mart.
| Category | Estimated Cost (INR) |
|---|---|
| Thandai Ingredients | 900–1,200 |
| Gujiya Ingredients | 600–800 |
| Snacks & Chaat | 800–1,200 |
| Main Course | 700–1,000 |
| Beverages | 500–800 |
| Colours & Essentials | 300–500 |
| Total | 3,800–5,500 |
Playing with colours can be harsh on skin. Include these groceries that double as natural skin soothers:
If you are hosting a bigger Holi party, scaling up the grocery list requires careful planning. Here is how the quantities change for a gathering of 20–30 people:
| Item | Family of 4 | 20–30 Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Milk (for Thandai) | 4 litres | 15–20 litres |
| Gujiya Ingredients | 30 pieces | 100–120 pieces |
| Curd (Dahi Bhalla, Raita) | 1 kg | 5 kg |
| Cold Drinks | 4–6 bottles | 15–20 bottles |
| Puri Atta | 1 kg | 4–5 kg |
| Chole / Chickpeas | 500 g | 2.5 kg |
For parties of this size, consider placing a bulk order at Laxi Super Mart a week in advance. Many supermarkets offer delivery services for large orders, which saves you from carrying heavy bags on festival day.
While this is a grocery guide, your Holi shopping trip should also include these non-food essentials that are typically available in the same store:
After hours of playing with colours, your body needs hydration and gentle nutrition. Stock up on these recovery foods:
The food traditions of Holi vary across India, and your grocery list may need regional additions:
Rajasthani Holi celebrations are vibrant and distinctive. In cities like Jaipur and Jodhpur, Holi is celebrated with great enthusiasm over multiple days. The food spread often includes dal baati churma alongside the standard thandai and gujiya. Malpua — sweet pancakes dipped in sugar syrup — is a must-have Rajasthani addition. If you are celebrating Rajasthani-style Holi, add wheat flour, extra ghee, mixed dals, jaggery, maida, and fennel seeds to your shopping list.
In Maharashtra, puran poli is the star of Holi (Rang Panchami). You will need chana dal, jaggery, cardamom, nutmeg, and wheat flour. It is a labour-intensive sweet flatbread that pairs beautifully with ghee.
Bengali Holi (Dol Jatra) features sandesh, rasgulla, and special sweets made with nolen gur (date palm jaggery). If available, nolen gur adds a unique caramel-like flavour to payesh and sandesh.
If your Holi party includes children, the food and colour choices need extra care. Here is a kid-specific grocery addition list:
For the colour play area, set up a separate food station away from the main colour zone. Cover the table with a disposable plastic sheet, use paper plates and cups, and have a hand-washing station with soap nearby. This keeps the food safe and the mess manageable.
Also consider buying natural food-based colours for younger children: turmeric powder for yellow, beetroot powder for pink, and spinach paste for green. These are safe even if accidentally ingested, which is always a concern with toddlers at Holi parties.
Shop for dry ingredients and packaged items a week before Holi. Buy perishables like milk, curd, paneer, and fresh vegetables one or two days before the festival. Laxi Super Mart stores stay stocked through the festive rush, but mornings are the best time to find the freshest produce.
Pair this Holi list with our monthly grocery list for Indian families so that your everyday staples do not run out during the celebrations. Happy Holi from the entire team at Laxi Super Mart!
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