Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas season in Santarém through our complete festive events guide. The Ribatejo city transforms into a welcoming setting where Portuguese traditions blend with contemporary Christmas spirit.
In the heart of the city, Praça Sá da Bandeira hosts the traditional Christmas market, while the Liberty Garden shines with festive lights. Visitors can stroll through the historic streets of the center, where traditional shops and local establishments display typical seasonal decorations. The pedestrian area of Rua Serpa Pinto and the São Francisco Convent offer a rich cultural program, including concerts, exhibitions, and activities for the whole family.
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Solidarity activities and free entertainment.
The Reino do Natal in Sintra is a solidarity event that combines the natural beauty of Parque da Liberdade with Christmas activities, including a Christmas market, workshops, musical and theatrical performances, and a free Christmas train ride.
Where: Sintra | More Info: Christmas Kingdom – Sintra
Opportunity to ride a Ferris wheel and ice skate.
The Christmas Markets in Lisbon offer a variety of activities and shopping for the whole family. Wonderland Lisboa in Eduardo VII Park includes a Ferris wheel and ice skating rink, while the Rossio Christmas Market offers artisan stalls and seasonal food.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Christmas Markets in Lisbon
Christmas celebration in a decorated medieval village.
Óbidos Vila Natal is an event that transforms the medieval village into a Christmas celebration, with decorations, shows, and activities for all ages.
Where: Óbidos | More Info: Óbidos Christmas Village
Gathering of 28 bandas filarmónicas in Lisbon to commemorate the Restoration of Independence.
The National Bandas Filarmónicas Parade is a musical celebration that brings together 28 bandas filarmónicas from across the country, with over 1300 musicians, to commemorate the Restoration of Independence in Portugal. The event starts at 15h with the group Tocándar and ends with a joint performance at the Praça dos Restauradores, including the interpretation of the Hino da Maria da Fonte, Hino da Restauração, and Hino Nacional A Portuguesa.
Where: Lisbon | More Info: Restoration of Independence Day
Free equestrian shows with horse presentations.
The Feira Nacional do Cavalo is an equestrian event featuring rallies, raids, equestrian games, championships, and carriage marathons, celebrating Saint Martin's Day with exhibitions and local traditions.
Where: Golegã | More Info: National Horse Fair