Goa, known for its vibrant culture and history, observes a variety of public holidays that reflect both national celebrations and local traditions. Public holidays in Goa include Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, as well as major religious festivals such as Eid, Christmas, and Diwali. Additionally, holidays like Goa Liberation Day and Feast of St. Francis Xavier are significant to the region’s heritage.
Goa Public Holidays 2024
| Date | Day | Holiday | Applies To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2024 | Monday | New Year’s Day | Goa |
| 26/01/2024 | Friday | Republic Day | National |
| 08/03/2024 | Friday | Maha Shivaratri | Goa |
| 23/03/2024 | Saturday | Holi | Goa |
| 29/03/2024 | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 01/05/2024 | Wednesday | May Day | Goa |
| 05/05/2024 | Sunday | Buddha Purnima | National |
| 22/04/2024 | Monday | Id-ul-Fitr (End of Ramadan) | National |
| 15/08/2024 | Thursday | Independence Day | National |
| 02/10/2024 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 31/10/2024 | Thursday | Diwali | Goa |
| 24/11/2024 | Sunday | Feast of St. Francis Xavier | Goa |
| 19/12/2024 | Thursday | Goa Liberation Day | Goa |
| 25/12/2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | National |
| 26/12/2024 | Thursday | Boxing Day | Goa |
Official changes may alter these dates. Please visit our website regularly for the latest information.