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Goa Public Holidays and Bank Holiday List 2023

June 2, 2023 Ekanathan Leave a Comment

Goa Public, School, and Bank Holiday List 2023

Goa, a state on India’s West Coast, is a former Portuguese colony with a rich history. Visitors can enjoy its beaches, nightlife, and many Hindu and Catholic temples and churches. There are also several World Heritage Sites in Goa, such as the Bom Jesus Basilica and Old Goa. The state is also known for its cashew nuts, spices, and Feni (a type of liquor).

Tourist places in Goa with Timings and Holidays 2023

There are a number of tourist places in Goa that are worth visiting. However, it is important to note that many of these places have different timings and holidays. For instance, Fort Aguada is open from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm on all days except Mondays. Similarly, Anjuna Beach is open from sunrise to sunset, but Calangute Beach is only open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is advisable to check the timings of the places you wish to visit in advance so that you can plan your trip accordingly.

Best time to visit or the best season in Goa?

The best time to visit Goa is from October to March. These months offer the perfect weather conditions for enjoying all that the state has to offer. The average temperature during this period is between 20-25 degrees Celsius, with little to no rainfall. This is also the peak tourist season in Goa, so expect hotel prices to be at their highest during this time.

School, College, and University Holidays in Goa 2023

School, college, and university holidays in Goa 2023 are as follows: January 1 – New Year’s Day March 8 – International Women’s Day April 1 – Easter Monday, May 1 – Labor Day May 9 – Victory Day May 17 – Constitution Day June 6 – Corpus Christi August 15 – Assumption of Mary October 12 – National Holiday November 1 – All Saints’ Day December 8 – Feast of the Immaculate Conception December 25 – Christmas Day.

List of Public Holidays in Goa 2023

Republic Day 26 January 2023 Thursday
Holi 07 March 2023 Tuesday
Gudi Padwa 22 March 2023 Wednesday
Good Friday 07 April 2023 Friday
Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar 14 April 2023 Friday
Eid-Ul Fitr* 22 April 2023 Saturday
May Day 01 May 2023 Monday
Id-Ul-Zuha (Bakri Id) * 29 June 2023 Thursday
Independence Day 15 August 2023 Tuesday
Ganesh Chaturthi (1st Day) 19 September 2023 Tuesday
Ganesh Chaturthi (2nd Day) 20 September 2023 Wednesday
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October 2023 Monday
Dussehra (Vijay Dashmi) 24 October 2023 Tuesday
Diwali (Deepavali) 12 November 2023 Sunday
Feast of St. Francis Xavier 04 December 2023 Monday
Goa Liberation Day 19 December 2023 Tuesday
Christmas Day 25 December 2023 Monday

* The holidays mentioned at Sr. No. 6 & 8 are subject to the appearance of the moon.

List of Special Holidays in Goa 2023

  • Mahashivratri – 18 February 2023 (Saturday)
  • Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Md.) – 26 September 2023 (Tuesday)

Important Note for Holidays 2023 in Goa

1. Special Holiday at Sr. No. 1 falls on Saturday as such request for a Special Holiday on this day or in lieu of this does not arise.
2. Special Holiday at Sr. No. 2 applied shall be necessarily sanctioned. In the case where employees do not avail of the Special Holiday on the designated day, the holiday may be availed of on any working day during the calendar year 2023 only.
3. Special Holiday mentioned in Sr. No. 2 is subject to the appearance of the moon.
4. Special Holidays can be prefixed or suffixed to any kind of Leave.

List of Restricted Holidays in Goa 2023

New Year Day 01 January 2023 Sunday
Makar Sankranti 15 January 2023 Sunday
Feast of St. Joseph Vaz 16 January 2023 Monday
Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday 05 February 2023 Sunday
Shivaji Jayanti 19 February 2023 Sunday
Ram Navami 30 March 2023 Thursday
Mahavir Jayanti 04 April 2023 Tuesday
Maundy Thursday 06 April 2023 Thursday
Vaisakhi/ Vishu 14 April 2023 Friday
Buddha Purnima 05 May 2023 Friday
Feast of Sacred Heart of Jesus 16 June 2023 Friday
Muharram 29 July 2023 Saturday
Onam 29 August 2023 Tuesday
Raksha Bandhan 30 August 2023 Wednesday
Janmashtami 06 September 2023 Wednesday
Hartalika 18 September 2023 Monday
All Souls day 02 November 2023 Thursday
Govardhan Puja 14 November 2023 Tuesday
Bhaubij 15 November 2023 Wednesday
Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day 24 November 2023 Friday
Guru Nanak’s Birthday 27 November 2023 Monday
Feast of Immaculate Conception of Mary 08 December 2023 Friday
Christmas Eve 24 December 2023 Sunday
New Year’s Eve 31 December 2023 Sunday

List of Commercial & Industrial Holidays in Goa 2023

Republic Day 26 January 2023 Thursday
Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar 14 April 2023 Friday
May Day 01 May 2023 Monday
Independence Day 15 August 2023 Tuesday
Ganesh Chaturthi (1st Day) 19 September 2023 Tuesday
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October 2023 Monday
Diwali (Deepavali) 12 November 2023 Sunday
Goa Liberation Day 19 December 2023 Tuesday
Christmas Day 25 December 2023 Monday

According to the decision communicated by the Government of India, Ministry of Finance, in Memorandum No. F.8 (7) EST (SPI) dated 7th November 1963, casual employees including daily rated staff will be entitled to paid holidays if they are in service on the preceding and succeeding working days.

List of Bank Holidays in Goa 2023

Republic Day 26 January 2023 Thursday
Holi 07 March 2023 Tuesday
Gudi Padwa 22 March 2023 Wednesday
Yearly Closing of Account 01 April 2023 Saturday
Good Friday 07 April 2023 Friday
Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar 14 April 2023 Friday
Eid-Ul Fitr* 22 April 2023 Saturday
May Day 01 May 2023 Monday
Id-Ul-Zuha (Bakri Id) * 29 June 2023 Thursday
Independence Day 15 August 2023 Tuesday
Ganesh Chaturthi (1st Day) 19 September 2023 Tuesday
Ganesh Chaturthi (2nd Day) 20 September 2023 Wednesday
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October 2023 Monday
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashmi) 24 October 2023 Tuesday
Diwali (Deepavali) 12 November 2023 Sunday
Feast of St. Francis Xavier 04 December 2023 Monday
Goa Liberation Day 19 December 2023 Tuesday
Christmas Day 25 December 2023 Monday

* The holiday mentioned at Sr. Nos. 7 & 9 are subject to the appearance of the moon.

Important Festivals of Goa 2023

Goa is home to many festivals that are celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy. The most popular festivals in Goa are the Shigmo festival, the Diwali festival, and the Christmas festival. The Shigmo festival is celebrated in March and is a celebration of spring. People dress up in traditional costumes and take part in processions and folk dances. The Diwali festival is celebrated in October or November and is a celebration of lights. People light up their homes with diyas and candles and exchange gifts with each other. The Christmas festival is celebrated in December and is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. People decorate their homes with lights and decorations, exchange gifts, and attend church services.

Shigmo festival in Goa 2023

The Shigmo festival is an important cultural event celebrated in the Indian state of Goa. This festival is celebrated to commemorate the arrival of spring and to honor the Hindu deity, Lord Vishnu. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy, and it has great significance in the lives of the people of Goa. [Read more]

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