Goa, a tropical paradise, truly shines during the winter months. Boasting the perfect weather to enjoy sun-kissed beaches, Goa comes alive with the most electrifying events and festivals from December to February.
From the world-famous Sunburn music festival to the grand New Year’s Eve celebrations and beyond, soak in the vibrant culture, savour delicious local cuisine, and dance the night away at the numerous beach parties and cultural events during Goa’s busy calendar from December 2024 to February 2025.
Deep dive into the best time to visit Goa before you head for your tropical vacation.
Goa’s best events and festivals in December 2024
December 3: Feast of St. Francis Xavier
Popular as the Lord of Goa Festival or Goinchea Saibache Fest, it celebrates Saint Francis Xavier’s death anniversary. A massive festival is organised at the Basilica of Bom Jesus, where thousands gather annually for Mass, street fairs and feasts. It is an exemplary symbol of Goan culture and traditions.
Location: Basilica of Bom Jesus Church in Old Goa.
December 6-7: TVS MotoSoul 2024
The love of biking will be celebrated at the fourth edition of TVS MotoSoul. This motorcycling festival will host exciting races and adrenaline-pumping events for passionate riders and eager fans to enjoy. Besides several riding events, the festival will have singers like Vishal–Shekhar and Gurbax promising endless fun.
Location: Hill Top, Vagator, North Goa
Timings: noon onwards.
Tickets: Starting from INR 1,800 (HKD 165).
Book your tickets on the official website.
December 15: Peter Cat Recording Co.
The Indian alternative rock band is coming to Goa for an exciting performance on their latest tour, Good Luck Beta’24. The tour celebrates Peter Cat Recording Co.’s latest release, BETA. The band has five members: vocalist Suryakant Sawhney, drummer Karan Singh, bassist Dhruv Bhola, keyboard/trumpet player Rohit Gupta, and instrumentalist Kartik Sundareshan.
Location: W Goa, Vagator, North Goa.
Timings: 6 pm onwards.
Tickets: Starting from INR 999 (HKD 92).
Book your tickets on the official website.
December 15-22: Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 in Goa
The 9th edition of the Serendipity Arts Festival is back across multiple locations in Panjim, showcasing visual, performing, and culinary arts. The multidisciplinary art event is curated by a panel of eminent artists, including Geeta Chandran, Bickram Gosh, Zubin Balaporia, and more. The team has organised several exhibitions and programmes across themes.
Location: Santa Monica Jetty, Kala Academy, The Old GMC Complex, ESG Building, The Arena At Nagalli Hills Ground, Caranzalem Beach, Mala Pump House, Dona Paula Parking Lot and Azad Maidan in Panjim, Goa.
Timings: Check the calendar to see the timing of the exhibition or programme you wish to attend.
Tickets: Entry is free.
Check out the official website for more information.
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December 25: Christmas Day
The streets of Goa are lit with Christmas cheer, promising beach shacks decorated with Santa Claus figurines and festive fervour in the air. Every restaurant and hotel in Goa holds a special event in honour of the festival, with lots of revelry and merrymaking.
Explore more with our guide to celebrating Christmas in Goa like a Goan.
December 28-30: Sunburn Festival Goa
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Goa’s annual electronic dance music (EDM) festival is back with its 17th edition! The three-day event has several stages with various artists playing the most hypnotic music. Sunburn Goa will have international performers like Skrillex, Alesson, Peggy Gou and KSHMR this year.
Location: Dhargalim in North Goa.
Timings: 2 pm onwards
Tickets: Starting from INR 3,500 (HKD 322).
Book your tickets on the official website.
December 31: New Year’s Eve
The end of the year is celebrated in the grandest way in Goa, with several tourists especially coming for the exciting New Year’s Eve bashes. Every nook and cranny of the coastal destination hosts an extravagant party to welcome the new year.
Get a glimpse of the festivities through our previous guide on New Year’s Eve parties in Goa.
December 27-January 1: ECHO Music Festival in Goa
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Welcome the new year with this week-long musical festival! The ECHO Music Festival offers a range of genres, such as EDM, pop, and soul. Anu Jain, Madhur Sharma, Devine, DJ Chetas and more Indian artists will be headlining the event.
Location: Echo Arena in Vagator, North Goa.
Timings: 8 pm onwards
Tickets: Starting from INR 999 (HKD 92).
Book your tickets on the official website.
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January 1: New Year’s Day
After crazy parties that run until dawn, the new year is a slow day in Goa but an equally exciting occasion. There are many ways to celebrate the first day of the new year, with locals and tourists creating their own traditions.
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January 3: Abhishek Upmanyu LIVE 2025
The famous comedian is coming to Goa with his unique tour “Toxic”. The exact details regarding the venue have not been announced, but the tickets are already on sale.
Timings: 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
Tickets: Starting from INR 999 (HKD 92).
Book your tickets on the official website.
January 6: Feast of Three Kings
Also called the Feast of Epiphany, this festival is celebrated 12 days after Christmas in honour of the three wise men who visited infant Jesus. It is a huge festival in parts of Goa, celebrated with great passion and fervour. North and South Goa follow different rituals in honour of the Feast of Three Kings.
Location: Canasaulim in South and Reis Mago in North Goa.
January 8-12: Goa Tantra Festival
Love Temple Beach Resort organises an annual wellness retreat that blends meditation with Tantric practices. The highlight of the five-day festival is the variety of yoga classes, meditation, chakra celebration and more, provided by certified trainers.
Location: Love Temple Beach Resort in Arambol, North Goa.
Book your tickets on the official website.
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February 3-8: Jungle Hooping
Enthusiasts of hula hooping can attend Jungle Hooping, a five-day retreat dedicated to teaching all kinds of hooping tips and tricks. The curated all-inclusive retreat has workshops and classes dedicated to expanding creativity and immersing into the art form.
Location: Arambol Beach in North Goa.
Tickets: Starting from INR 16,956 (HKD 1,561).
Book your tickets on the official website.
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February 14-19: Karacus Marakus
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The tenth anniversary of this iconic psytrance festival is back in Goa, with five days of mind-blowing performances. The line-up is yet to be revealed, but it is bound to be exciting.
Location: Dream Beach Vagator, North Goa.
Tickets: Starting from INR 6,800 (HKD 626).
Book your tickets on the official website.
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Shigmo Festival is a spring festival of the Hindu Konkani community that usually takes place in March.
North and South Goa are both the best places for festivals in Goa from December to February. Places like Candolim, Arambol, Colva and Palolem are very lively and exciting.
Sunburn and Echo Music Festival are some music festivals happening in Goa during these months.
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