Planning your weekly trip to Goa? Here is a list of all national, public, and regional holidays in Goa in 2021. It will help you plan your vacations and leaves for the year.Goa is visited by millions of people during Christmas holidays.
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Goa Holidays 2021
The list of Public Holidays in Goa in 2021 is given below:
Date | Day | Holiday |
26 January 2021 | Tuesday | Republic Day |
29 March 2021 | Monday | Holi |
2 April 2021 | Friday | Good Friday |
13 April 2021 | Tuesday | Ugadi |
14 April 2021 | Wednesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
1 May 2021 | Saturday | May Day |
13 May 2021 | Thursday | Idul Fitr/ |
20 July 2021 | Tuesday | Bakrid/Eid al Adha |
15 August 2021 | Sunday | Independence Day |
10 September 2021 | Friday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
11 September 2021 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
2 October 2021 | Saturday | Gandhi Jayanti |
15 October 2021 | Friday | Vijaya Dashami |
4 November 2021 | Thursday | Diwali |
3 December 2021 | Friday | Feast of St. Francis Xavier |
19 December 2021 | Sunday | Liberation Day |
25 December 2021 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
Many people consider it to be the best place to celebrate New Year’s Day as well. The people residing in the state of Goa also like to spend holidays by visiting the major attraction points. Apart from regular holidays, many people would want to know the dates and days of festival holidays, regional holidays and bank holidays in Goa.
List of Monthly Holidays 2021
Bank Holidays in Goa in 2021
Holidays in Goa are memorable for those who visit this coastal state which offers several tourist destinations, several cuisines, sightseeing places, adventure activities, among others. With the mentioned 2021 holidays in Goa, you could plan and schedule your leaves accordingly which offers a peace of mind that leaves are utilised effectively.
Needless to say, India celebrates three national holidays in a year. In the month of October 2021, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on 02. Similarly, in the month of August 2021, Independence Day is celebrated on 15. Republic Day, which honors the creation of Indian constitution, is celebrated on 26 January. These are the common bank holidays as well. There are many holidays in Goa in 2021. Let’s take a look:
List of Trading Holidays 2021
Below is the list of bank holidays in Goa in 2021:
Apart from national and regional holidays, there are bank holidays which are observed in Goa. During these bank holidays in Goa, bank officials are off from work. As per the understanding between the Indian Banks’ Association and All India Bank Employees’ Association, all public sector banks in Goa and other states of the country are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.
Date | Day | Holiday |
9 January 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
23 January 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
26 January 2021 | Tuesday | Republic Day |
13 February 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
27 February 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
13 March 2021 | Tuesday | Second Saturday |
27 March 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
29 March 2021 | Monday | Holi |
2 April 2021 | Friday | Good Friday |
10 April 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
24 April 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
25 April 2021 | Sunday | Mahavir Jayanti |
8 May 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
13 April 2021 | Tuesday | Ugadi |
14 April 2021 | Wednesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
24 April 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
1 May 2021 | Saturday | May Day |
8 May 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
13 May 2021 | Thursday | Eid-ul-Fitr |
22 May 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
12 June 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
26 June 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
10 July 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
20 July 2021 | Tuesday | Bakrid/Eid al Adha |
24 July 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
14 August 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
15 August 2021 | Sunday | Independence Day |
28 August 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
10 September 2021 | Friday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
11 September 2021 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi Second Saturday |
25 September 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
2 October 2021 | Saturday | Gandhi Jayanti |
9 October 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
15 October 2021 | Friday | Vijaya Dashami |
23 October 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
6 November 2021 | Saturday | Deepavali |
13 November 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
27 November 2021 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
3 December 2021 | Friday | Feast of St. Francis Xavier |
11 December 2021 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
19 December 2021 | Sunday | Liberation Day |
25 December 2021 | Saturday | Christmas Day Fourth Saturday |
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Description Of Goa Holidays 2021
Republic Day: Republic Day honors the date on which the Indian constitution came into effect on 26 January 1950 replacing the Government of India Act as the governing document of India. The major Republic Day celebrations is held in New Delhi, the capital city of India, at Rajpath before the Indian President. Ceremonious parades will take place at the Rajpath. Parades are performed as a tribute to the country. In 2021, Republic Day falls on Sunday. People can enjoy a long weekend.
Maha Shivaratri: Maha Shivaratri is a major Hindu festival. The festival is also called “Great Night of Shiva.” It is a gazetted holiday in which a majority of people have the day off. Government offices and stores remain closed. The holiday represents the day Shiva married his wife, Parvati, demonstrating a divine marriage. In 2021, Maha Shivaratri is celebrated on 11 March, which falls on Thursday.
Holi: Holi is a colorful festival that signifies love and affection. It is a major Hindu festival that usually falls in the months of March and February every year. Holi is a two-day spring festival. The first day is called Holika Dahan and the second day is called Rangawali Holi. In 2021, the festival is celebrated on 29 March that falls on Monday.
Good Friday: In Goa, Good Friday is a gazetted holiday. The festival honors the final hours of Jesu’s life, his death and crucifixion. Christians in the state of Goa attend special church services. Many Christians hold parades in order to portray the last days. Local, state and national government offices, banks and post offices will remain closed on Good Friday. The businesses and stores owned by Christians may be closed or have reduced working hours. In 2021, Good Friday is celebrated on 02 April that falls on Friday.
B R Ambedkar Jayanti: On 14 April every year, B R Ambedkar Jayanti is celebrated to honor the memory of B R Ambedkar. In 1891, the day marks the birthday of B R Ambedkar, which is an official public holiday throughout the country. In 2021, the day falls on Wednesday.
May Day: May Day is a public holiday celebrated on 01 May 2021. It is also a traditional spring holiday in many customs.
Independence Day: Independence Day is a national festival celebrated every year on 15 August. The day honors the country’s independence from the United Kingdom.
Ganesh Festival: Ganesh festival is a Hindu festival that worships god Ganesh. It is a ten-day festival that falls in the months of August and September.
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti is a national holiday. The day honors the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Dussehra: Dussehra is a famous Hindu festival celebrated in Goa, Karnataka, Maharashtra and other Indian states.
Christmas Day: Christmas is a popular Christian festival celebrated by the community of Christians across the world. Needless to say, Goa is the best destination to celebrate Christmas Day.
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List of Public Holidays in Goa in 2020
Date | Day | Holiday |
26 January 2020 | Sunday | Republic Day |
10 March 2020 | Tuesday | Holi |
25 March 2020 | Wednesday | Ugadi |
10 April 2020 | Friday | Good Friday |
14 April 2020 | Tuesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
1 May 2020 | Friday | May Day |
24 May 2020 | Sunday | Id-ul-Fitr |
31 July 2020 | Friday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
15 August 2020 | Saturday | Independence Day |
22 August 2020 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
2 October 2020 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
26 October 2020 | Monday | Dussehra |
14 November 2020 | Saturday | Diwali |
16 November 2020 | Monday | Bhai Dooj |
3 December 2020 | Thursday | Feast Of St Francis Xavier |
25 December 2020 | Friday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Goa in 2020
Date | Day | Holiday |
11 January 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 January 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
26 January 2020 | Sunday | Republic Day |
8 February 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
22 February 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
10 March 2020 | Tuesday | Holi |
14 March 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 March 2020 | Wednesday | Ugadi |
28 March 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
10 April 2020 | Friday | Good Friday |
11 April 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
14 April 2020 | Tuesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
25 April 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
1 May 2020 | Friday | May Day |
9 May 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
23 May 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
24 May 2020 | Sunday | Id-ul-Fitr |
13 June 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
27 June 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
11 July 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 July 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
31 July 2020 | Friday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
8 August 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
15 August 2020 | Saturday | Independence Day |
22 August 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday/ Ganesh Chaturthi |
12 September 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
26 September 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
2 October 2020 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
24 October 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
25 October 2020 | Sunday | Maha Navami |
26 October 2020 | Monday | Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra |
14 November 2020 | Saturday | Diwali/ Second Saturday |
28 November 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
12 December 2020 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
19 December 2020 | Saturday | Goa Liberation Day |
25 December 2020 | Friday | Christmas |
26 December 2020 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
List of Public Holidays in Goa in 2019
Date | Day | Holiday | Celebrated |
1 January 2019 | Tuesday | New Year | In many states |
26 January 2019 | Saturday | Republic Day | Across India |
21 March 2019 | Thursday | Holi | In many states |
1 April 2019 | Monday | Bank Holiday | Only for Banks |
17 April 2019 | Wednesday | Mahavir Jayanti | In many states |
19 April 2019 | Friday | Good Friday | Across India |
1 May 2019 | Wednesday | May Day | In many states |
5 June 2019 | Wednesday | Id-ul-Fitr | Across India |
12 August 2019 | Monday | Id-ul-Juha (Bakrid) | Across India |
15 August 2019 | Thursday | Independence Day | Across India |
2 September 2019 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Across India |
10 September 2019 | Tuesday | Muharram | Across India |
2 October 2019 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Across India |
8 October 2019 | Tuesday | Dussehra | In many states |
27 October 2019 | Sunday | Diwali | Across India |
10 November 2019 | Sunday | Id-e-Milad | Across India |
11 November 2019 | Monday | Guru Nanak Birthday | In many states |
19 December 2019 | Thursday | Goa Liberation Day | Goa |
25 December 2019 | Wednesday | Christmas Festival | Across India |
Bank Holidays in Goa in 2019
Date | Day | Holiday |
1 January 2019 | Tuesday | New Year’s Day |
12 January 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
26 January 2019 | Saturday | Republic Day |
26 January 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
9 February 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
23 February 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
9 March 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
21 March 2019 | Thursday | Holi |
23 March 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
1 April 2019 | Monday | Yearly Closing of Bank Accounts |
13 April 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
19 April 2019 | Friday | Good Friday |
27 April 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
1 May 2019 | Wednesday | May Day |
11 May 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 May 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
5 June 2019 | Wednesday | Id-ul-Fitr |
8 June 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
22 June 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
13 July 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
27 July 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
10 August 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
12 August 2019 | Monday | Id-ul-Adha |
15 August 2019 | Thursday | Independence Day |
24 August 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
2 September 2019 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
10 September 2019 | Tuesday | Moharram |
14 September 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
28 September 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
2 October 2019 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
8 October 2019 | Tuesday | Vijaya Dashami |
12 October 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
26 October 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
27 October 2019 | Sunday | Diwali |
9 November 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
10 November 2019 | Sunday | Id-E-Milad |
23 November 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
3 December 2019 | Tuesday | Feast of St. Francis Xavier |
14 December 2019 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
19 December 2019 | Thursday | Goa Liberation Day |
25 December 2019 | Wednesday | Christmas |
28 December 2019 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
List Of Goa Holidays 2018
The following table outlines Goa holidays 2018:
Date | Day | Holiday | Comments |
26 January 2018 | Friday | Republic Day | Honors the creations of the Indian constitution |
13 February 2018 | Tuesday | Maha Shivratri | |
02 March 2018 | Friday | Holi | |
18 March 2018 | Sunday | Gudi Padwa | Kannada, Telugu New Year, Goa |
30 March 2018 | Friday | Good Friday | Friday before Easter Sunday |
01 April 2018 | Sunday | Bank Holiday | Closing of annual books |
14 April 2018 | Saturday | B R Ambedkar Jayanti | |
01 May 2018 | Tuesday | May Day | Many states |
16 June 2018 | Saturday | Idul Fitr | Many states |
15 August 2018 | Wednesday | Independence Day | |
22 August 2018 | Wednesday | Idul Juha | Bakrid, many states |
13 September 2018 | Thursday | Ganesh Festival | |
02 October 2018 | Tuesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National holiday |
18 October 2018 | Thursday | Dusshera | Vijay Dashami, several states |
06 November 2018 | Tuesday | Deepavali | Kerala, Goa, Tamil Nadu |
21 November 2018 | Wednesday | Id-e-Milad | |
03 December 2018 | Monday | Feast of St Francis Xavier | Goa only |
19 Wednesday 2018 | Wednesday | Goa Liberation Day | Goa only |
25 December 2018 | Tuesday | Christmas Day | Observed in many states |
Bank Holidays In Goa 2018
The following table outlines bank holidays in December 2018:
Date | Day | Holiday |
26 January 2018 | Friday | Republic Day |
02 March 2018 | Friday | Holi |
18 March 2018 | Sunday | Ugadi |
30 March 2018 | Friday | Good Friday |
14 April 2018 | Saturday | B R Ambedkar Jayanti |
01 May 2018 | Tuesday | May Day |
15 June 2018 | Friday | Idul Fitr |
15 August 2018 | Wednesday | Independence Day |
22 August 2018 | Wednesday | Bakrid |
13 September 2018 | Thursday | Ganesh Festival |
14 September 2018 | Friday | Ganesh Festival |
02 October 2018 | Tuesday | Gandhi Jayanti |
19 October 2018 | Friday | Vijaya Dashami |
06 November 2018 | Tuesday | Deepavali |
03 December 2018 | Monday | Feast of St Francis Xavier |
19 December 2018 | Wednesday | Liberation Day |
25 December 2018 | Tuesday | Christmas Day |