Shigmo or Shigmotsav is a spring festival celebrated in Goa during this time of the year celebrated by the Hindu community and the Konkani community in India
Updated On: 2025-03-19 02:35 PM IST
Compiled by : Nascimento Pinto
The festival celebrations started in Ponda on March 15, followed by Margao on March 16, Quepem on March 17, and Curchorem on March 18
On March 19, the celebrations will reach Shiroda, continuing to Calangute and Bicholim on March 20, Vasco on March 21, and Panaji on March 22
The streets of Mapusa and Sanguem will come alive on March 23, while Canacona and Cuncolim will host grand parades on March 24. The vibrant processions will then move to Pernem on March 25, Dharbandora on March 26, Valpoi on March 27, Sanquelim on March 28, and finally conclude in Mandrem on March 29
From lively beats of the traditional musical instrument like dhol, tashe to the colourful performances by folk artists, the two-week long celebration is a spectacle
Interestingly, it coincides with the festival of Holi, which is celebrated across India in many different ways. While Karnataka observes Kamadahana, symbolising the burning of desires, Goa celebrates Shigmo with processions and folk dances. Odisha and Assam observe Dol Purnima and Yaosang, blending Holi with regional traditions
