Holidays provide a welcome break from routine life, allowing people to celebrate festivals, cultural traditions, and historic events. Goa, known for its rich Portuguese heritage, vibrant festivals, and religious harmony, observes a mix of national holidays, gazetted holidays, and state-specific public holidays.
In this blog, we provide the detailed list of holidays in Goa for 2025 that includes gazetted holidays, public holidays, and special state holidays.
National Holidays 2025
Like the rest of India, Goa observes three national holidays every year: Like the rest of India, Goa observes three national holidays every year:
| Festival | Date |
|---|---|
| Republic Day | 26th January |
| Independence Day | 15th August |
| Gandhi Jayanti | 2nd October |
These holidays are celebrated across the country, with schools, businesses, and government offices remaining closed.
List of Gazetted Holidays in Goa 2025
Gazetted holidays are mandatory holidays recognized by the Government of India and observed in Goa as well.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 26 Feb | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 Mar | Friday | Holi |
| 31 Mar | Monday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative) |
| 10 Apr | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 18 Apr | Friday | Good Friday |
| 12 May | Monday | Buddha Purnima |
| 7 Jun | Saturday | Bakrid / Eid-ul-Adha (Tentative) |
| 6 Jul | Sunday | Muharram (Tentative) |
| 15 Aug | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 Aug | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 5 Sep | Friday | Eid-e-Milad (Tentative) |
| 2 Oct | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2 Oct | Thursday | Dussehra |
| 20 Oct | Monday | Diwali |
| 5 Nov | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 Dec | Thursday | Christmas |
List of Public Holidays in Goa 2025
Apart from gazetted holidays, Goa observes state-specific public holidays that reflect its cultural and religious diversity. These include Christian feasts, Hindu festivals, and regional observances unique to Goa.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year’s Day |
| 26 Jan | Sun | Republic Day |
| 3 Mar | Mon | Goa Liberation Day (State Holiday) |
| 29 Mar | Sat | Gudi Padwa |
| 31 Mar | Mon | Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative) |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday |
| 1 May | Thu | May Day |
| 7 Jun | Sat | Bakrid (Tentative) |
| 15 Aug | Fri | Independence Day |
| 16 Aug | Sat | Parsi New Year |
| 27 Aug | Wed | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 28 Aug | Thu | Ganesh Chaturthi Holiday |
| 2 Oct | Thu | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2 Oct | Thu | Vijaya Dashami |
| 21 Oct | Tue | Diwali |
| 3 Dec | Wed | Feast of St. Francis Xavier (State Holiday) |
| 19 Dec | Fri | Goa Liberation Day |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day |
Month-wise Goa Holidays 2025
January – New Year’s Day, Republic Day
February – Maha Shivaratri
March – Holi, Gudi Padwa, Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative)
April – Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Mahavir Jayanti
May – May Day, Buddha Purnima
June – Bakrid (Tentative)
July – Muharram (Tentative)
August – Independence Day, Parsi New Year, Ganesh Chaturthi
October – Gandhi Jayanti, Vijaya Dashami, Diwali
November – Guru Nanak Jayanti
December – Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Goa Liberation Day, Christmas
Conclusion : Goa’s holiday calendar is a reflection of its unique cultural blend of Hindu, Christian, and regional traditions. From the vibrant Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations to the solemn Feast of St. Francis Xavier, every festival is an opportunity for locals and tourists to experience Goa’s rich heritage.
If you’re planning a visit in 2025, make sure to check this holiday list to enjoy the festivals, plan trips, or simply take a break from routine life.
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