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. Christmas & New Year Celebrations – Goa’s Grandest Holiday Season

. Christmas & New Year Celebrations – Goa’s Grandest Holiday Season

 Location: Across Goa, especially in Panjim, Old Goa, and beachside resorts
 When: December 24-25 (Christmas), December 31 (New Year’s Eve)
 Best For: Church masses, festive lights, beach parties

Goa has the most magical Christmas celebrations in India!
Churches are beautifully decorated, and midnight masses are held.
New Year’s Eve beach parties & fireworks are legendary.

 Festival Highlights:
 Midnight Mass at Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral.
 Fireworks at Baga, Anjuna & Colva beaches.
 Christmas markets selling cakes, wines & Goan sweets (bebinca, dodol).

 Tip: Book accommodations in advance, as Goa gets packed during this season!