Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere of Amadora through our Christmas events guide. We have prepared a complete itinerary featuring traditional celebrations and cultural activities in this city at Lisbon's doorstep.
In Amadora's historic center, Praça 25 de Abril transforms into a hub of festivities with the traditional Christmas market, illuminations, and street entertainment. Visitors will find local craft stalls, typical gastronomy, and entertainment along the main streets, while the Central Park hosts exhibitions and concerts. The program extends through the historic neighborhoods, where Christmas decorations create a welcoming atmosphere.
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Light display with musical animation and Santa Claus presence.
The Christmas lights at Armazéns do Chiado are an iconic light display with musical animation and the presence of Santa Claus, creating a festive atmosphere in Lisbon's downtown area.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Armazéns do Chiado Christmas Lights
Opportunity to shop at stalls with handmade crafts and seasonal food.
The Lisbon Christmas Market offers a variety of stalls with handmade crafts, seasonal food, and activities for the whole family, including a free Christmas train.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Lisbon Christmas Market
Several artists and artisans gathered in one place.
The Campo Pequeno Christmas Market is an event that gathers over 100 artists, artisans, and craftspeople, offering a wide variety of traditional Portuguese products. Additionally, there are food trucks serving delicious food and drinks, such as mulled wine and sangria.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Campo Pequeno Christmas Market
Large Ferris wheel and ice rink.
Wonderland Lisboa is a Christmas event that transforms Parque Eduardo VII into an entertainment and shopping location, featuring a large Ferris wheel, an ice rink, and a Santa Claus village.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Wonderland Lisboa Christmas Market
Catholic religious celebration at the start of Christmas night.
The Missa do Galo is a religious celebration marking the start of Christmas night, held at the São Roque Church in Lisbon. The mass is a Catholic tradition that brings the community together to reflect on the importance of the date.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Midnight Mass
Festive decorations and activities for all ages.
Visiting Óbidos Vila Natal is a unique experience, featuring festive decorations, an ice lake, ice ramp, and carousel. Meet Santa Claus and participate in tree decoration and letter-writing workshops.
Where: Óbidos | More Info: Óbidos Christmas Village
Fireworks display along the Tagus River.
The New Year's Eve celebration at Terreiro do Paço is an unforgettable event with varied music, from DJ Nuno Luz to the festive concert by Os Quatro e Meia. The midnight is marked by a fireworks display over the Tagus River, welcoming 2024.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: New Year's Eve at Terreiro do Paço
Gathering of 28 philharmonic bands in Lisbon.
The National Philharmonic Bands Parade is a musical celebration that brings together 28 philharmonic bands in Lisbon, integrated into the December 1st commemorations. This event features over 1300 participants and includes a joint performance by the bands in the Praça dos Restauradores.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Restoration of Independence Day
Ice skating and Christmas decorations.
The Cascais Christmas Village is an event that transforms Parque Marechal Carmona into a dreamland, featuring Christmas decorations, Christmas markets, ice skating, and many other activities for the whole family.
Where: Cascais | More Info: Cascais Christmas Village