Christmas Celebration in Goa

Are you thinking about whether or not you should spend your Christmas day in Goa? Then my friend, pack your bag and book your ticket to Goa. In this guide, we will be looking at what things you are doing to make your Christmas celebration merrier. That goes without saying that the Christmas celebration in Goa is one of a kind and no other place would make you feel happier and joyful. There are a few things that you can do to celebrate your Christmas day in Goa. 

If we are talking about Christmas celebrations in Goa then there is no doubt that you should also attend the Sunburn Festival which also takes place at that time of year. This year's Sunburn Festival more than 120 artists and local and foreign bands would be playing their beats. A fun fact is that this event will go on for 3 days. So, we bet you will have plenty of time to create new memories and make new friends. This year Sunburn Festival in Goa will commence from 28 December to 30 December 2022. 

Location: Goa (Vagator Beach)

Best Season: Winter

Duration: 3 days 

Palolem beach is one of the best beaches and most breathtaking beaches in Goa. Palolem is not only known for its beauty and clean water but it is also known for its Silent Discos Party. In the morning you get to enjoy the glamorous beach. As the night sets Palolem hosts one of its kind Silent Discos party. Where you get to wear headphones and play music of your choice. And the best part is that you get to change the music on your call. Palolem beach party is not only suitable for young people but also suitable for old people.  

Location: Palolem Beach 

Best time to visit: Can be visited only on Saturdays 

Timing: 9 PM to 4 AM 

Enter fees: Varies from 500 to 600 INR 

Midnight Mass is a tradition that dates back centuries. In Goa, you get to see midnight mass in almost every single church and each one would have something distinctive from the other. The main concept of Midnight Mass is to let the bygone be bygone and forgive all the sins. And happily welcome Jesus. It commences at midnight on December 25 with the choir singing, dancing, and a lot of other stuff. Some of the churches that you could swing by are the Basilica of Bom Jesus, St Alex’s Church, St Anthony’s Church, and many others. 

Places to visit: Siolim, Calangute, Panaji, and Old Goa

The best month to visit: 25 December 

Best time to visit: At 12 AM

Fireworks are a must to celebrate your Christmas day celebration. And if you are in Goa on 25 December then you are in for a lot of fun. Because some of the beaches in Goa organize the Christmas celebration fireworks. Beaches like Anjuna Beach, Arambol Beach, Calangute Beach, and Vagator Beach are widely known for their fireworks shows, and not to forget a lot of famous restaurants are located on the mentioned beaches.  

Location: Anjuna Beach, Vagator beach, Arambol Beach, Calangute Beach

The best month to visit: December 25

Timing to visit: Around Midnight 

That goes without saying when you are in Goa then Hilltop is something that you cannot miss. Especially Hilltop shopping market or also known as The Goa Collective Baazar. What if I say that, that is not all Hilltop offers? Well, Hilltop is home to some of the best Christmas parties in Goa that you have ever known or seen. It began on 24 December and ends on 25 December leaving you ample amount of time to enjoy. 

Location: Hilltop, Vagator

The best month to visit: December

Timing: 24 December (5 PM)

Enter fees: Approximately 1,170 INR 

Age Limit: Only 21+

Planning for a family trip? Want to visit kid-friendly places then Clube Harmonia de Margao is the solution to your problem. With a Christmas tree and live music, you have everything that you need to celebrate Christmas. And one of the best things about Clube Harmonia de Margao is that you can bring your decoration to decor. One thing to keep in mind is that this is a pre-Christmas celebration which will be held on 19 December. 

Location: Pajifond

The best month to visit: 19 December 

Timing to visit: 5:00 PM to 7 PM 

Who has said that you can not spend your Christmas day sailing in the ocean and playing cards and casino games? Well, if someone has said this to you then they are extremely wrong. Now at Big Daddy Casino, you can enjoy games either by yourself or maybe tag your kids along with you. This cruise will go on for at least 8 hours with lots of games to play, music to enjoy, and food to eat. Some of the famous games that you can play on this ship are Indian Flush, American Roulette, Black Jack, and many others. 

Location: Panjim

The best month to visit: December 

Timing to visit: With Kids (Before 6 PM)/ With No kids (Before 8 PM)

Enter Fees: Starting at 2,500 INR

Looking for something different, something that you have never done to celebrate your Christmas then Club Cubana at Arpora is for you. Want to celebrate your Christmas at a place where your friends would instantly become jealous of your amazing pictures? Well, then what is better than clicking photos under neon lights with neon drinks? Club Cubana neon theme club is something to die for. With a DJ and a roomy pool lightened up with neon lights, you will have a whale of a time.  

Location: Aguada

The best month to visit: All months

Timing to visit: 9:30 PM to 3 AM 

Enter Fees: Approximately 2,500 INR (with meal)

Without desserts, your Christmas would be incomplete, especially those truffles, snowman-shaped chocolates, gingerbread cookies, dark chocolate, and red velvet cake. Those are something you cannot go without. Goa is a place that not only has a rich culture but also is rich in pastries. Some of the places where you could satisfy your sweet carvings are Snow's Bakery, German Bakery, La Confiserie Bakery, and many others. 

Location: Vagator, Panaji, Calangute 

The best month to visit: December 

Timing to visit: Varies from location to location 

Want something adventurous? What is better than having a trip at 2500 ft up in the sky in your Hot Air Balloon safari? With an experienced crew and picturesque scene. One thing to keep in mind is that while carrying your cell phone devices or camera equipment make sure you hold them tightly otherwise you never know when mishaps would happen to you. Aside from that this whole trip would take you around 2 hours to complete. On some Hot Air Balloon trips, you would get meal service. 

The best month to visit: October to March 

Timing to visit: Evening Time 

Price: Would vary from place to place

Celebrating Christmas in Goa is something you would never regret. In this blog, we have given top places where you can celebrate your Christmas Eve. In this list, we have covered cruise trips and hot air trips. And aside from this, we have also mentioned clubs and lightweight mass you could attend to. We hope that you find this blog satisfying.