Weekly Konkan Events

Join the vibrant celebration of colors at Vengurla Beach. This traditional Konkani Holi celebration combines the festival of colors with coastal traditions. Locals and visitors gather to play with natural colors made from flowers and herbs, followed by traditional folk dances.

Special performances of Dashavatar (traditional Konkani theater) will take place in the evening, followed by a community feast featuring local delicacies like solkadhi, modak, and fresh seafood preparations.

Learn the secrets of authentic Malvani cuisine from local home chefs. This hands-on workshop will teach you traditional cooking techniques using clay pots and wood fire, just as it's been done for generations in Konkan households.

Participants will learn to prepare classics like kombdi vade (chicken curry with rice flour bread), tisrya masala (clam curry), and the perfect blend of Malvani masala from scratch. Take home recipes and spice mixes.

Experience the beauty of Dhalo, a traditional Konkani folk dance form performed by women. This ancient dance celebrates the harvest season and features rhythmic movements accompanied by devotional songs dedicated to local deities.

The performance includes traditional costumes, jewelry, and live music with instruments like sambal (drum), ghumat, and kansale. After the performance, visitors can interact with the dancers and learn basic steps of this cultural treasure.

Browse and shop at this special weekend market featuring traditional Konkani crafts and artisans. The market showcases handmade items including coir products, coconut shell crafts, bamboo artifacts, sea shell jewelry, and traditional textiles.

Watch live demonstrations of traditional crafting techniques, participate in workshops, and take home authentic souvenirs that support local artisans. Traditional Konkani snacks and refreshments will be available.