What’s on in Goa this weekend – March 8 and 9

This weekend in Goa offers a variety of activities, including quizzes, Women’s Day brunches, pop up markets, a soap making workshop, an early morning Lenten walk and so much more to experience
Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
GET CREATIVE: The Goa Science Centre has organised a soap making workshop this Women’s Day.Photo: Gomantak Times
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Saturday, March 8, 2025

QUIZZARDS 2.0
A MoCA presentation filled with excitement, knowledge and fun as teams battle it out at a quiz focusing on Goa’s rich heritage, vibrant festivals, museums, art, architecture etc. There will also be audience questions and prizes.
Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa | March 8, 2025 | 4.30 pm onwards | +91 8308805399

Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
Heritage sites in Old Goa that you need to visit

SOAP MAKING WORKSHOP
The event has been organised by the Goa Science Centre (A unit of the National Council of Science Museums), as part of the International Women's Day celebrations, and is open to girls and women.
Goa Science Centre | March 8, 2025 | 3 pm – 5 pm | 0832 2463426
https://www.facebook.com/GSCPGoa

WOMEN'S DAY SPECIAL
Guests will receive a complimentary welcome drink on arrival, and a special surprise to make the occasion even more special, in addition to an a la carte menu.
Issa riverside dining & bar, Chopdem Bridge, Siolim | March 8, 2025 | 2 pm onwards | +91 7499196722

Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
Souvenirs are works of art at Mario Gallery in Goa

EMPOWERHER 2025
Tarang Goa and JCI Bardez Bhandan presents a showcase of MSMEs and women-led businesses. The event features seminars, interactive workshops, music, entertainment, comedy etc as well as a pop-up by women entrepreneurs.
Events include Healthy Snack Contest, Fashion Show, Saree Pre-Pleating Workshop, Grooming Workshop, The Art of Loving Yourself, Understanding Your Investments, Resin Art Workshop, Open Mic Contest etc.
Panjim Convention Centre, Mala, Panjim | March 7 – 9 | 11 am – 9 pm | +91 9158063030
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Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
Sacha's Shop in Panjim is perfect for eco-friendly fashion

POP-UP EXHIBITION
Goa State Urban Development Agency (GSUDA) presents an exhibition on women empowerment, featuring sustainable and handmade products, handloom sarees, jute bags, handmade jewellery, crochet items, bamboo products, food and more.
Garcia de Orta Garden, Panjim | March 7 & 8 | 10 am – 8 pm

SATURDAY JAM
Presented by the Goa Jazz Academy (GJA), anyone is welcome to attend or perform at the session.
GJA Ensemble Room, GJA, Guirim | March 8, 2025 | 5 pm onwards | +91 9021499484
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WOMEN'S DAY POP UP MARKET
A pop-up presented by Sana Eventz.
Umiya Mercado, Margao | March 8 & 9 | +91 9511721567
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BRUNCH ON SATURDAY
Check out a few places to enjoy brunch in Goa this Saturday:

  • Fika Cafe Co, Campal, Panjim (Women's Day Brunch)

  • The Park, Calangute (Women's Day Brunch)

  • Saltamontes, Anjuna

  • Hard Rock Hotel, Calangute

Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
Famed for its beach, Anjuna also has a Portuguese-era church

Sunday, February 9, 2025

BHAVARTACHI YATRA
The Annual Walking Pilgrimage, Bhavartachi Yatra, will set off at 2 am, while the adoration will begin at 5 am and will be followed by a eucharistic celebration. This year, the 5 main centres are Bambolim, Vasco, Verna, Neura and Cansaulim.
Sancoale, South Goa | March 9, 2025 | 3 am onwards
https://archgoadaman.com/annual-walking-pilgrimage-on-9th-march-2025/

Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
Here's a café in Goa that let's you 'fika'

EMPOWERHER 2025
Tarang Goa and JCI Bardez Bhandan presents a showcase of MSMEs and women-led businesses. The event features seminars, interactive workshops, music, entertainment, comedy etc as well as a pop-up by women entrepreneurs.
Events include Healthy Snack Contest, Fashion Show, Saree Pre-Pleating Workshop, Grooming Workshop, The Art of Loving Yourself, Understanding Your Investments, Resin Art Workshop, Open Mic Contest etc.
Panjim Convention Centre, Mala, Panjim | March 7 – 9 | 11 am – 9 pm | +91 9158063030
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9691277794238891

Join a soap making workshop this Women’s Day
A ride through South Goa's Cansaulim village

CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
The event has been organised by the Goa Science Centre (A unit of the National Council of Science Museums), as part of the International Women's Day celebrations, and is open to girls and women.
Goa Science Centre | March 9, 2025 | 3 pm – 5 pm | 0832 2463426
https://www.facebook.com/GSCPGoa

WOMEN'S DAY POP UP MARKET
Presented by Sana Eventz.
Umiya Mercado, Margao | March 8 & 9 | +91 9511721567
https://www.instagram.com/p/DGm6DXaRUzL/

QUIZ BY SEQC

Presented by The Sunday Evening Quiz Club (SEQC), and hosted by Annie Sen Gupta, the event is open to all.
Goa Business School, Taleigao, Panjim | | March 9, 2025 | Entry fee
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BRUNCH ON SUNDAY

Check out a few places to enjoy brunch in Goa this Sunday:

  • Sarvaa Goa, Panjim

  • Taj Cidade de Goa, Taleigao

  • Tereza Beach House, Nerul

  • Backdrop, Calangute

  • Radisson, Candolim

  • Le Meridien, Candolim

  • The Astor, Candolim

  • Elephant and Co., Anjuna

  • Saltamontes, Anjuna

  • Summer House, Assagao

  • Alila Diwa, Majorda

  • Bunk N Brew, Palolem

  • Beno, Benaulim

  • Fairfield By Marriot, Benaulim

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