Serendipity Arts Festival 2025 Returns to Goa This December with the 10th Edition!

Serendipity Arts Festival, a popular art attraction in Goa is returning for its 10th edition this December. From December 12–21, Panjim’s riverfront, heritage buildings, art districts, auditoriums, and open-air stages will come alive with over 250 projects curated by more than 35 leading voices, bringing together artists, performers, musicians, chefs, designers, and storytellers from across India and the world.

This 10th edition brings a strong theatre programme, with works ranging from intimate monologues to grand, multi-sensory productions. Audiences can expect to encounter compelling stories that travel from small towns and villages to mythical landscapes — whether it is the award-winning performance Nihsango Ishwar, imaginativeTheLegends of Khasak, or experimental works like Handle With CareandBob Marley from Kodihalli, which infuse humour, realism and contemporary themes.

Music lovers will find plenty to look forward to at the Arena. The lineup includes tributes to percussion traditions through Clay Play, powerful blues and funk sets by SlyFly and The Blues Company, and genre-blending concerts featuring classical and contemporary musicians. One of the festival’s long-standing audience favourites, River Raag, returns as a memorable sunset performance on the Mandovi River — a peaceful, immersive musical experience that has become synonymous with Serendipity.

Visual arts and photography continue to play a major part in the festival’s identity. Across venues such as the Old GMC, the Directorate of Accounts and the PWD complex, visitors will encounter exhibitions that explore craft traditions, coastal histories, participatory art, and contemporary lens-based practices. From projects on Kashmir’s atelier traditions to Thukral & Tagra’s highly interactive Multiplay 02- Soft Systems, the variety is designed to appeal to seasoned art viewers as well as curious first-timers.

This year’s programme brings together culinary installations, historical food journeys, and traditional kitchens. Visitors can experience the multisensory installation What Does Loss Taste Like?, savour recreations of old Goan kitchens and tasting stations, and explore the layered storytelling behind beloved dishes like bebinca. These experiences have made the festival a major draw not just for art enthusiasts, but also for travellers who view cuisine as a cultural lens.

Reflecting on the journey, Sunil Kant Munjal, Founder-Patron of Serendipity Arts, said, "Over this decade, we've witnessed remarkable impact—transforming 300,000 square feet of spaces in Goa into living canvases of creativity, supporting hundreds of emerging artists across South Asia. In today's world, culture has never been more important. It builds empathy in an increasingly divided world, cultivates empathetic leadership, and teaches what education alone cannot—kindness, patience, and the ability to hold multiple perspectives. As we look toward our largest edition yet in Goa this December, we remain committed to the belief that culture is not a luxury—it is essential to human connection, and the thread that weaves our collective story."

 Adding to that, Ms. Shefali Munjal, Co–Co-Founding Patron of Serendipity Arts, shared, "Ten years ago, we began with a simple yet profound belief: that art has the power to transform lives, build bridges, and create a more empathetic world. Today, as we celebrate this milestone, I am filled with gratitude for the thousands of artists, curators, audiences, and partners who have joined us in this journey. Serendipity Arts has grown into more than a festival—it has become a movement that champions creativity as a vital force for social change.“

Registrations for Serendipity Arts Festival 2025 are now live! Visit the official festival website to secure your Art Pass, book your tickets, and stay updated on workshops, performances, exhibitions, and more. More programmes will be announced soon so keep checking back for updates.

Link: https://www.serendipityartsfestival.com/register