Last updated: 11 de November de 2024
Discover the Christmas spirit in Lisbon through our complete festive events guide. The Portuguese capital transforms during the Christmas season, offering memorable experiences for residents and visitors.
From Terreiro do Paço to Praça do Comércio, the city features traditional markets, stunning illuminations, and street entertainment. Visitors can explore craft stalls at Rossio, admire the giant nativity scene at Marquês de Pombal, and stroll through the decorated streets of Baixa, where lights and decorations create a festive atmosphere throughout the historic city.
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Lisbon Holiday Markets and Shopping
Wonderland Lisboa
- What to Expect
- Panoramic Ferris wheel over Lisbon.
- Description
- Wonderland Lisboa is a Christmas event that transforms Parque Eduardo VII into a festive location, featuring a variety of attractions including a large Ferris wheel, an ice rink, Santa's house, and a stage for performances.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Wonderland Lisboa
Alvalade Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Meeting with Santa Claus every day.
- Description
- The Alvalade Christmas Market is a free event offering a family-friendly program with activities like workshops, concerts, and street animations.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Alvalade Christmas Market
Belém Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Nativity scene exhibition in competition.
- Description
- The Belém Christmas Market is an event that offers entertainment for the whole family, with the tasting and sale of regional and artisanal products. Exhibition and voting of nativity scenes in competition by schools of the Belém Parish.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Belém Christmas Market
Almada Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- National and local selection of artisans and creatives.
- Description
- The Almada Christmas Market gathers artisans, creatives, designers, and farmers to showcase original gift ideas, designed with environmental or social concerns.
- Where
- Almada | More Info : Almada Christmas Market
Sintra Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Place to find traditional treats and unique gifts.
- Description
- The Sintra Christmas Market offers a variety of traditional treats and unique gifts, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.
- Where
- Sintra | More Info : Sintra Christmas Market
Cascais Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Ferris wheel and carousels.
- Description
- The Cascais Christmas Market offers a variety of unique products, including traditional sweets, special liquors, and hot beverages. The attraction features over 40 stalls in Baía de Cascais and Jardim Visconde da Luz, with Christmas lights and activities for all ages.
- Where
- Cascais | More Info : Cascais Christmas Market
Lisbon Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Circus
- What to Expect
- International show with artists from around the world.
- Description
- The Christmas Circus at Coliseu dos Recreios is an international show featuring artists from around the world, creating a magical and vibrant atmosphere with bright colors.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Christmas Circus
Cirque du Soleil
- What to Expect
- The central stage in the arena divides the venue, providing a unique perspective of the show.
- Description
- Corteo is a joyful and festive procession imagined by a clown, combining the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat, immersing the audience in a theatrical world of fun, comedy, and spontaneity.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Cirque du Soleil
New Year's Concert by Strauss Festival Orchestra
- What to Expect
- Traditional Austrian classical music with waltzes, marches, and polkas.
- Description
- The New Year's Concert by the Strauss Orchestra is a musical celebration featuring classical waltzes, marches, and polkas. With a program including works by Johann Strauss II and other Austrian composers, this event is a time to wish for health, happiness, and prosperity.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : New Year's Concert by Strauss Festival Orchestra
Lisbon Film Orchestra - Live with Friends
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts with an innovative approach.
- Description
- The presentation by the Orquestra Metropolitana de Lisboa includes a variety of classical concerts, from works by Haydn to contemporary music performances, offering a rich and diverse musical experience.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Lisbon Film Orchestra - Live with Friends
Lisbon Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Boat
- What to Expect
- Dinner on board with a unique city view.
- Description
- The Christmas Cruise offers a unique experience along the Tagus River, including a welcome drink, a tour along the North and South banks, and dinner on board. Enjoy a different perspective of the city while savoring a delicious meal.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Christmas Boat
Christmas Train
- What to Expect
- Journeys led by Santa Claus with activities and drawings on the tram's windows.
- Description
- The CARRIS Christmas Tram is a social responsibility initiative that takes school children on journeys led by Santa Claus, engaging in activities and drawing on the tram's windows.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Christmas Train
Midnight Mass
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas Eve religious celebration.
- Description
- The Missa do Galo is a religious celebration held at the Church of São Roque in Lisbon, marking the start of Christmas Eve with a solemn and significant mass.
- Where
- Lisbon | More Info : Midnight Mass