Goa Public Holidays List 2025

Published on 5 Aug, 2021, 2:38 PM IST

Updated on 24 Jul, 2025, 9:14 AM IST

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In India, public holidays are declared when there is a major festival, a state-specific event or days of national significance. Different states might have different holidays as all states do not celebrate all festivals. However, days that are of national importance like Republic Day are declared as public holidays all over India.

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Just as there is a separate list of holidays for states, there is a separate list stating Goa’s public holidays as well. The list of holidays in Goa for 2025 is declared as early as possible to inform the people. This is done because most of the public organizations do not function on Goa’s general holidays, they are closed. Not just public organizations, several private organizations also remain closed on public holidays in Goa. Read ahead to explore in detail about Goa’s public holiday list for 2025.

Goa Public Holidays Calendar for 2025

Listed below are various days that are declared as public holidays calendar in Goa. Note that some of Goa’s general holidays might be subject to change.

Table showing Goa public holidays in 2025:

Holidays in Goa During January 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	26 January	Republic Day

Holidays in Goa During February 2025

No public holidays in Goa during February 2025.

Holidays in Goa During March 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	14 March	Holi
Sunday	30 March	Ugadi
Monday	31 March	Id-ul-Fir

Holidays in Goa During April 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Monday	14 April	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Friday	18 April	Good Friday

Holidays in Goa During May 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	01 May	May Day

Holidays in Goa During June 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	07 June	Bakri Eid

Holidays in Goa During July 2025

No public holidays in Goa during July 2025.

Holidays in Goa During August 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	15 August	Independence Day
Saturday	16 August	Janmashtami
Wednesday	27 August	Ganesh Chaturthi

Holidays in Goa During September 2025

No public holidays in Goa during September 2025.

Holidays in Goa During October 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	02 October	Gandhi Jayanti
Tuesday	21 October	Diwali

Holidays in Goa During November 2025

No public holidays in Goa during November 2025.

Holidays in Goa During December 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	03 December	Feast of St Francis Xavier
Friday	19 December	Liberation Day
Thursday	25 December	Christmas

Note: The holidays mentioned above are applicable in the state of Goa including its popular cities.

Bicholim
Canacona
Cuncolim
Curchorem
Mapusa
Margao
Mormugao
Panaji
Pernem
Ponda

Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2025

Top Festivals in Goa:

Goa is known as the party capital of India. People often associate Goa with beaches and alcohol, however, there’s more to offer. Goa has vibrant cultural events held throughout the year. These events are an attraction for locals as well as tourists. Here’s a list of popular festivals celebrated in Goa.

Goa Carnival: The Goa Carnival was brought to the state by the Portuguese. This four-day festival involves merry-making and a parade. It is also known for the Red Dance. This ancient tradition was on the decline but Goa Tourism has renewed the interest of the public in the Goa Carnival due to their initiatives.
Christmas: Christmas is one of the widely celebrated festivals in Goa. People decorate their homes with lights and lanterns during Christmas. Local churches are also adorned with decorations. Attending the midnight mass is one of the highlights of celebrating Christmas in Goa.
St. Francis Xavier Feast: This feast is held on 3rd December. The event is organized to honour the death of St. Francis Xavier. People from all over the country come to the famous Basilica of Bom Jesus to remember the saint and offer their prayers.
Shigmo Festival: The Shigmo festival, also known as Shishir Utsava, is an important festival for the Hindu community residing in Goa. This festival is often held in March. As per the legend, the festival began as a homecoming to warriors. One can experience folk dances, plays, and a parade during the Shigmo festival.
Grape Festival: If you are a wine connoisseur, then you will revel in the festivities associated with Goa’s Grape Festival. The Grape Escapade, as it is known, is held in Panjim on an annual basis. There’s food, music, and wine tasting sessions during the festival.