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Mangaluru: Festha Paus - A monsoon carnival of culture, community & celebration

  •   Mon, Jun 16 2025 02:30:12 PM

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Mangaluru, June 16: Mangaluru is gearing up to welcome the monsoon with a joyful splash at Festha Paus—a unique rain festival that celebrates tradition, community, and the spirit of togetherness.

Organized by Fishing Cactus and powered by Globelink West Star Shipping and RC Mangalore Caterers, the event will take place on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 10 AM to 6 PM at the Wave Pool and Castle area of Manasa Waterpark.

Inspired by Goa’s vibrant Sanjão festival—known for its music, flower crowns, and dancing in the rain—Festha Paus brings this spirit to Mangaluru, while also drawing from the region’s rich coastal traditions such as Patoleche Fest, Ponsache Fest, and Zaviyanche Fest, which were once joyfully celebrated during the monsoon season. With a vision to revive these cherished customs, event curator Hera Pinto and her team have created an experience celebrating music, food, and cultural heritage.

The day-long celebration will include live Konkani music by SilverTone’s Band, brass rhythms by the New Star Brass Band from Vamanjoor, and traditional performances by Bonam Pidmale’s Gumta Pangad. DJ Anil will add to the energy with a mix of crowd favourites, while the event will be compered by the dynamic VJ Dixon. Culinary delights curated by RC Mangalore Caterers will complement the festive atmosphere with authentic coastal flavours.

Attendees are encouraged to dress in rain-friendly or dry-fit attire, or bring colourful raincoats. A soaking, dancing celebration awaits as the spirit of the monsoon takes over.

An entry fee of Rs 200 per person applies, which includes access to the event area and wave pool.

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A key feature of Festha Paus, AquaFun fosters camaraderie through spirited competition among parish teams.

Participation Details:

  • Open to Catholics from the Mangalore and Udupi dioceses

  • Teams must consist of 10 members (including at least 2 women), aged 16–60

  • All team members must belong to the same parish

Schedule:

  • Game time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon

  • Reporting time: 9:30 AM

  • Entry fee: Rs 1000 per team (includes breakfast)

  • Note: All participants must also pay the Rs 200 general event entry fee

Prizes:

  • Winner: Rs 5000

  • Runner-up: Rs 3000

Only 15 teams will be accepted. Early registration is recommended.

Festha Paus is not merely an event—it is a heartfelt revival of traditional customs, a celebration of community spirit, and an invitation to dance in the rain with friends and neighbours. Dubbed Mangaluru’s very own monsoon carnival, it promises a memorable experience for all.

For team registrations or more information, call:

Hera – 9739379081
Lloyd – 6360212408

Tickets to Festha Paus can also be booked by scanning the QR code




 

 
  

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