About Saturday Night Market
Saturday Night Market, also known as Ingo's Night Market, is a large seasonal flea market located in Arpora, North Goa. Held every Saturday evening from November to April, it features hundreds of stalls selling clothing, handicrafts, jewelry, and international food across three terraced levels. The venue includes a central field with live music stages, bars, and open dancing areas. It is distinct from the nearby Mackies Bazaar and is noted for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and hippie cultural roots.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a sprawling, multi-level market set on a hill slope with winding pathways connecting hundreds of stalls. The lower level offers local products and European apparel, the central field hosts live music performances, food stalls serving international and Konkani cuisine, and cocktail bars, while the upper level features designer boutiques and open dance spaces. The market has a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere with many foreign vendors and visitors. Multiple entry and exit gates exist, and parking is available but limited during peak season.
Key highlights
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Large seasonal flea market operating Saturdays from November to April
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Three-tiered layout with lower, central, and upper zones
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Live music stage and open dance areas in the central field
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Hundreds of stalls selling clothes, handicrafts, jewelry, and home décor
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International food options including Greek, Russian, Italian, and Konkani cuisine
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Formerly known as Ingo's Night Market with hippie cultural origins
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Cosmopolitan atmosphere with many European vendors and visitors
History of Saturday Night Market
The market traces its origins to the 1960s hippie movement in Goa and was formerly known as Ingo's Night Market, named after its founder. It has evolved from a small gathering into one of Goa's largest and most established night markets.
Culture & Context
The market serves as a cultural melting point reflecting Goa's hippie heritage and international tourism influence. It attracts a diverse mix of foreign and domestic visitors and vendors, creating a unique cosmopolitan environment where multiple languages and cultural traditions intersect.