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Soul Friend Festival
Festival Programs
2026 Edition
December 24–26, 2026
Goa, India
"A Sacred Journey of Sound, Soul & Cosmic Connection"
36+ Hours
Non-Stop Music
3 Days
Morning Retreats
20+
Healing Sessions
25+ Artists
World Class
The Story Behind the Name
What is Anam Cara?
"Anam Cara" — from the ancient Celtic tradition — means Soul Friend
In Celtic wisdom, an Anam Cara is someone who sees you completely — beyond your roles, your stories, your masks. They witness the soul beneath. At this festival, everyone you meet is your Anam Cara. Everyone is family. Everyone is home.
Born from a deep love of Goa trance music and the ancient art of conscious gathering, Anam Cara Festival was created as a bridge between two worlds — the ecstatic, vibrating realm of psychedelic trance, and the grounded, heart-centred world of spiritual practice.
For three days and nights, we come together in the sacred landscape of Goa to dance, to heal, to celebrate and to remember what we truly are. The dance floor is our temple. The music is our prayer. The community is our family.
Whether you come for the legendary DJ sets, the morning yoga, the healing arts village, or simply to connect with your tribe — you belong here. You are the festival. Welcome home.
The Daily Rhythm
Beyond the Dancefloor
Ceremonies, yoga, breath, movement & connection — before and between the music
Opening Cacao Ceremony
Louis Shakana
The Lunar Release & Reset
Neel · Del Mundo · Day 1 · Dec 24 · 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Wall of Thoughts
Del Mundo · Day 1 & Day 2 · 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Body Painting
Del Mundo · Every day · see times
Mind & Body Relief
Ajda · Del Mundo · Day 1 · Dec 24 · 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Chain of Compliments vs. Challenge Box
Del Mundo · Every day · 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Mandala Tote Bags
Ajda · Del Mundo (music by Neel) · Day 1 · Dec 24 · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Couple Tantra Session
Neel & Ajda · Del Mundo · Day 2 · Dec 25 · 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breathwork Journey
Neel · Del Mundo · Day 2 · Dec 25 · 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
Divination
Ajda · Del Mundo · Day 2 · Dec 25 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Trippy Talks
Neel · Del Mundo · Day 2 · Dec 25 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Couple Sunrise Stretch
Neel & Ajda · Del Mundo · Day 3 · Dec 26 · 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Time to Dance
Ajda · Del Mundo (music by Neel) · Day 3 · Dec 26 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Seven Circles of Manifestation
Ajda · Del Mundo · Day 3 · Dec 26 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Daily Hatha Yoga — Asanas to Everyone
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse · 90 min × 3
Blind Eyes Tantra — Inner Eyes Wide Open
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse · 60–90 min approx.
Yoga in Trance Code — Dance Your Meditation
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse · 60–90 min approx.
Breathe Trance Techniques
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse · 60 min
Chant Your Trance
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse · 60 min
Sober Raving Tools
Loris & Jay · 1 hr
Main Stage
From 2 PM into the night
World-class Goa Trance legends carry the dance floor as the sun goes down. Artists are being announced one by one — the full journey reveals itself as we get closer.
7 MACHINES IN THE NIGHT SKY
ConfirmedABSOLUTE HYPNOTIC
ConfirmedANTIDOT
ConfirmedBATTLE OF THE FUTURE BUDDHAS
ConfirmedCALIFORNIA SUNSHINE
ConfirmedCelestial Intelligence
ConfirmedCHEMA ESCUDERO
ConfirmedDICA
ConfirmedETNICA
ConfirmedGOAACEN
ConfirmedGOASTRAL
ConfirmedRAY OF LIGHT MUSIC
ConfirmedSOLITARE
ConfirmedSUN PROJECT
ConfirmedTRANSWAVE
ConfirmedU.X. PROJECT BY KRIS KYLVEN
ConfirmedVIRTUART
ConfirmedX-DREAM
ConfirmedYUDA
ConfirmedDay-wise lineup & full schedule will be announced closer to the festival.
Where It All Happens
The Music
"We don't go to a Goa trance gathering. We go home."
The Sound System
A world-class sound system meticulously tuned to perfection — felt in the chest, in the spine, in the soul. Deep bass that grounds you to the earth while the melodies carry you to the stars. Every frequency placed with love.
25+ Artists
Legendary selectors spanning the golden age of Goa trance to its modern edge — the true architects of the genre we love, announced one by one as the journey unfolds.
The Dance Floor
An open-air floor beneath a canopy of stars, wrapped in forest, alive with thousands of souls in motion. A sacred space where time dissolves, the mind quiets and the body becomes pure music, pure joy, pure liberation.
The main stage runs from 2:00 PM until 2:00 AM each day — a continuous, curated journey through sound. Each set flows seamlessly into the next, honouring both the legendary roots of Goa trance and the creative edges of its evolution. Come early. Stay late. Let the music do the rest.
Programs & Experiences
Meet the souls guiding each experience — tap any program for its full profile
Personal sessions (Thai massage, tarot, astrology & similar) are offered by independent practitioners and paid separately.
Ritual & CeremonyOpening Cacao Ceremony
Opening the Heart · Opening the Gathering
Louis Shakana
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Ritual & CeremonyThe Lunar Release & Reset
Align with the last lunar cycle of 2026, let go of what no longer serves you, and step fresh into a brand-new beginning.
Neel · Del Mundo
Community & CreationWall of Thoughts
Share your inner voice, connect through collective expression, and see what our community is feeling.
Del Mundo
Community & CreationBody Painting
Transform your skin into a canvas of vibrant light and creative expression.
Del Mundo
Body & BreathMind & Body Relief
Release physical tension and travel to your inner sanctuary of peace.
Ajda · Del Mundo
Community & CreationChain of Compliments vs. Challenge Box
Spread joy, boost positivity, and step playfully out of your comfort zone.
Del Mundo
Community & CreationMandala Tote Bags
Design and create your own custom canvas tote inspired by sacred mandala geometry.
Ajda · Del Mundo (music by Neel)
Connection & ConsciousnessCouple Tantra Session
Deepen intimacy, presence, and energetic harmony with your partner.
Neel & Ajda · Del Mundo
Body & BreathBreathwork Journey
Harness the power of your breath to elevate energy, release blocks, and expand consciousness.
Neel · Del Mundo
Ritual & CeremonyDivination
Peer beyond the veil and create your own sacred tool for inner reflection.
Ajda · Del Mundo
Connection & ConsciousnessTrippy Talks
An enlightening conversation diving deep into the world of psychedelics, consciousness, and expanded awareness.
Neel · Del Mundo
Body & BreathCouple Sunrise Stretch
Greet the morning light together with supportive, partner-assisted stretching.
Neel & Ajda · Del Mundo
Movement & TranceTime to Dance
Start your morning with complete freedom of movement and deep connection in this Ecstatic Dance workshop.
Ajda · Del Mundo (music by Neel)
Connection & ConsciousnessSeven Circles of Manifestation
Unlock the philosophy of conscious creation and take your first steps into practical manifestation.
Ajda · Del Mundo
Body & BreathDaily Hatha Yoga — Asanas to Everyone
Experience the unity beyond the dancefloor
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse
Connection & ConsciousnessBlind Eyes Tantra — Inner Eyes Wide Open
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse
Movement & TranceYoga in Trance Code — Dance Your Meditation
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse
Body & BreathBreathe Trance Techniques
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse
Ritual & CeremonyChant Your Trance
Sacred Voice Ritual
Maria Arranz / Yana Synapse
Movement & TranceSober Raving Tools
Discover the Natural High
Loris & Jay
More experiences to be announced soon…
Our Collective Container
Sacred Agreements
The values that make Anam Cara a truly sacred space for every soul.
Bring This Energy
Come with an open heart to share and to care
Please bring a smile along — it's contagious
Embrace every stranger as your soul family
Dance like absolutely nobody is watching
Look after each other — we are the safety net
Be fully present — keep your phone in your pocket
Respect the land — always pick up your waste
Ask before touching — consent is always sacred
Drink water and rest when your body asks
Bring your authentic self — all versions welcome
Spread kindness with every single interaction
Leave this place more beautiful than you found it
Leave These Behind
Leave your ego at home — seriously, leave it there
Don't bring judgment into our sacred space
No glass bottles anywhere on the dance floor
Don't photograph others without their consent
Don't litter — not even a single cigarette butt
No aggressive energy in ceremonies or circles
Don't disturb rest areas or chill-out zones
Don't waste precious water — conserve mindfully
No shouting or loud noise in the rest areas
Don't be a bystander — if someone needs help, act
No negativity toward artists, staff or volunteers
Don't leave without saying thank you to the land
"The only rule that matters is this — treat every soul you meet as you would want to be treated in your highest, most loving moment."
— The Anam Cara Family
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