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Prepare for 2025 with a comprehensive guide to Portuguese holidays. Discover how to maximize your time off with five potential three-day weekends and four holidays falling on Thursdays, perfect for planning extended breaks. This calendar highlights key dates like New Year's Day, Carnival, Easter, and national holidays, offering insights into creating longer vacations by strategically using vacation days.

What to Expect

2025 holiday calendar with long weekend and bridge opportunities

Event Details

Duration

Full year

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

PÚBLICO Comunicação Social, SA

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Planning vacations

Vibe

Informative

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (1/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Not applicable

Location

Online
Lisbon

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Tips & Advice

  • Consider taking a single day of vacation on a Thursday or Tuesday when a holiday falls on that day to create a four-day weekend.
  • In December, strategically using eight vacation days can extend your break to two full weeks due to holidays falling on Mondays.
  • Check local municipal holiday schedules as some holidays, like Carnival and St. John's Day, are not universally observed.
  • Mark your calendar for the five weekends that naturally fall on a Monday or Friday, offering built-in three-day breaks.
  • Download the PDF version of the calendar for offline access and easy reference when planning your 2025 travel.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Five three-day weekends
  • Four potential bridges (long weekends)
  • Strategic holiday placement for extended breaks

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many long weekends are there in 2025?

There are five long weekends in 2025, including those around Easter, April 25th, August 15th, and two in December.

Which holidays in 2025 fall on a Thursday?

The holidays falling on a Thursday in 2025 are May 1st (Labor Day) and December 25th (Christmas Day), offering opportunities for extended breaks.

Are all holidays national holidays in Portugal?

While many are national holidays, some, like Carnival and local patron saint days (e.g., St. Anthony, St. John), may vary in observance by municipality or company.

Can I extend my holiday break with just one vacation day?

Yes, by taking one vacation day on a Thursday when a holiday falls on that day, you can create a four-day break. Similarly, taking a Tuesday off when a holiday is on a Wednesday can also extend your weekend.

Is there a printable version of the holiday calendar?

Yes, a PDF version of the 2025 holiday calendar is available for download, making it convenient for printing and offline use.

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Last Updated: Sep 10, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team