Goa Public Holidays 2026

Goa Public Holidays 2026 – 2027 Complete Yearly List

Goa Public Holidays 2026: Goa — India’s smallest state — celebrates a rich mix of national, religious, regional and cultural holidays every year. In 2026, the Government of Goa has announced a comprehensive holiday calendar that includes important festivals, national observances and state-specific celebrations that are observed across government offices, banks, schools and public institutions.

These holidays are officially observed as non-working days under the Goa Government notification:

What These Holidays Mean

• National Holidays like Republic Day, Independence Day & Gandhi Jayanti are observed nationwide.
• Religious Festivals such as Holi, Eid, Ganesh Chaturthi & Diwali reflect Goa’s multicultural fabric.
• Regional Celebrations like Gudi Padava and Goa Liberation Day honor local traditions and historical events specific to the state.
• Dates of Id-ul-Fitr and Id-Ul-Zuha depend on moon sightings, so they may vary slightly.

📍 Special Notes

• Many festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated over multiple days with community events and family gatherings.
• Some holidays may coincide with weekends — in those cases, official work closures still count as public holidays.
• Banks and private offices usually observe most of these dates, but in some cases may follow separate holiday lists based on company policies.

Why This List Matters

If you’re planning:

• vacations or trips
• office workflows and leaves
• school calendars
• or cultural celebrations

then having an accurate holiday calendar for Goa ensures you never miss important events and can enjoy your year without surprises.