Local Festivals of Goa

Goa is no stranger to the festivities and spares no expense when the celebration is around the corner. With religious festivals like Shigmo and Bonderam, the Narkasur parades across the state and the feast of St. Francis Xavier just to name a few, the goankar calendar is pretty full through the year!

Grape Escapade

Panjim

One of the most unique festivals in Goa, The Grape Escapade is a popular gourmet and unique cultural celebration. The festival brings wine connoisseurs...

Sao Joao Festival

Goa

The monsoons begin with the celebration of Sao Joao festival. This festival has a special significance in the catholic community and is dedicated to St. John the Baptist...

Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa

Ganesh Chaturthi also known as 'Chovoth' or Vinayaka Chaturthi is the most important and almost the national festival for Goans. This festival is celebrated by Hindus with...

Bonderam Festival

Divar Island

This is the most happening festival celebrated on a grand scale on the island of Divar. The word ‘Bonderam’ originated from the involvement of flags. ‘Bandeira’ is...

Narkasur Parades

Goa

On the eve of Diwali, the people of Goa celebrate the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon king, Narkasur. Effigies of the demon Narkasur are paraded on the...

St. Francis Xavier’s feast

Old Goa

This annual festival, known as the Feast of St Francis Xavier or Goinchea Saibache Fest, (Lord of Goa Festival), is the biggest of all the Christian festivals in Goa...