Explore all the other fun Carnival happenings in Goa

Vrutha Karmali

CARNIVAL IS ON!

Right now, the State of Goa is busy celebrating one of its most famous festivals, Carnival, a festival full of joyful cheer.

Panjim Parade | Goa Carnival | Viva Carnival | Goa Festivals | Things to do | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

FESTIVE MOOD

Along with this colourful celebration, many other festivities are taking place in different corners of Goa. Come, take a look!

Mussol Khel | Goa Carnival | Goa Festivals | Things to do | Traditional Festivities | Photo: Gomantak Times

MARK THE DATES

Carnival fever is still on! Today (March 3, 2025), Vasco will host a grand Carnival parade and tomorrow (March 4, 2025), the celebrations will move onto Mapusa and Morjim.

Viva Carnival | Goa Carnival | Carnival Schedule | Carnival Parade | Goa Festivals | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

MUSSOL KHEL

Mussol Khel — an ancient tradition that coincides with the Carnival festivities — kicks off today in Chandor at around 6.30 pm. It's a unique festival that displays Goa's rich cultural heritage.

Mussol Nach |Mussol Khel |Chandor Village in South Goa|Traditional Dance form | Photo: Gomantak Times

BOO! IT'S POTEKAR

Another unique, age-old tradition still followed by Goas is Potekar, where revellers in Divar island dress up as scary creatures and go around the island, scaring residents. The festival has already started and will continue till March 4, 2025.

Potekar | Goa Festivals | Goa Carnival | Divar Island | Things to do | Photo: Keyanna D'mello

DANCE AWAY

Many venues in Goa are currently hosting dances like the ones at Samba Square in Panjim. Do check out the traditional Red and Black dance, scheduled for tomorrow (March 4, 2025).

Samba Square | Red and Black dance | Panjim | Goa Carnival | Panjim Parade | Photo: Gomantak Times

FUN TIME

This week, in Goa, promises great fun and memories that are bound to last for years to come. So, make the most of your time in the State.

Potekar | Goa Festivals | Goa Carnival | Things to do | Viva Carnival | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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