Diu is a showpiece of a colorful culture, complex and composite in character. As in Daman, there is a magnificent mix of Gujaratis and Portuguese in its patterns of life and art. The friendly fun-loving people of Diu keep alive their priceless heritage of folk arts by singing and dancing.

Garba is a popular folk dance of Gujarat and of Diu in special. It is normally performed by women dressed in colourful costumes with typical ornaments, accompanied by singing of song in praise of Goddess Amba. It is performed especially during Navratri the most popular festival of the region. The colorful costumes, the mesmerizing music and the graceful steps cast an enchanting spell on the viewers.

Portuguese Falk Dance:

The typical Portuguese regional folk dances of the territory include the Mando Dance, Vira Dance, and the Verdigao in which happiness and the whole life style of the people of Diu is depicted.