Goan Festivals

Centuries-Old Sangod Utsav Marks Ganesh Visarjan on the Seventh Day of Chaturthi in Cumbarjua

The Sangod Utsav, celebrated during the seventh-day Ganesh Visarjan in Cumbarjua, transformed the canal into a vibrant floating theatre. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the festival combined devotion, mythological enactments, and community spirit, drawing large crowds and reaffirming Goa’s cultural identity.

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Goa College of Home Science Celebrates Historic First ‘Marius Fernandes Day’ with Purumentachem Fest – A Carnival of Culture, Community, and Culinary Heritage

On 24th May 2025, Goa College of Home Science in Panjim came alive with vibrant festivities to mark the first-ever Marius Fernandes Day, celebrated alongside the traditional Purumentachem Fest. From cultural performances and thought-provoking dialogues to community honors and authentic Goan cuisine, the event honored Festakar Marius Fernandes’ legacy of inclusive, alcohol-free, sponsor-free festivals rooted in Goan heritage.

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Mapusa Gears Up for Annual Milagres Feast on May 5

The annual Milagres feast, a significant event in Goa's cultural and religious calendar, is set to take place on May 5 at St Jerome Church in Mapusa, attracting thousands of devotees from across the state.