There are a few changes in the schedule and performances.

Due to issues in acquiring licences and permissions for outdoor performances during the election taking place on the 4th of February in Goa, GOAT festival will be making a few changes in its format and will now host an incredible beach party to remember this month by.

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Although this little glitch has made it difficult for some artists from the previous line-up to perform at the festival, you still have a brilliant line-up to look forward to! You can still catch Giles Peterson, Sarathy Korwar, Henry Wu, BLOT!, Sandunes, James Priestley, Afriquoi, The Turbans, Medlar, Delhi Sultanate, Kumail, Moniker, Aqua Dominatrix and EZ Riser, to name a few. Other activities like storytelling, yoga & wellness and the costume workshop will be taking place as planned.

Dave Gaydon, CEO, GOAT Festival said, “Unfortunately, the election date moved to February 4 meaning the Code of Conduct restrictions have now come into place, and our festival has not been granted the licences and permissions required for it to go ahead. It has been a massive labour of love to put this event together and we are devastated we cannot use our beautiful piece of Goan jungle and have had to lose some amazing artists. We are determined to still make something magical and unforgettable happen, and by reducing the programme and capacity we will be able to run the event at the beautiful Re:fresh Eco Woods resort.”

The location has also been shifted to Re:fresh Eco Village Resort in Morjim for the festival taking place from the 27th to the 29th of January. Looking at this drastic change in plan, the festival has been super generous and have revised ticket prices. Now, the festival ticket per day will cost you INR 2,000 and INR 5,000 for the weekend. A full refund is also available for those who wish to opt out of this new arrangement. You can forward an email to support@theticketfairy.co.uk for the full refund. But, before you consider that option, the previously purchased tickets have been upgraded to lux tickets, which will grant you access to the garden and pool at Aquatica resort in Morjim during the day! Tempting, right?

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It’s still going to be a fun party and we’re sure once you’re there, you will forget about these changes. Tickets are still available for the same on their website.