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Sao Joao da Madeira Christmas 2024

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Last updated: 11 de November de 2024

Get ready to discover the Christmas festivities in São João da Madeira! This guide presents the main festive events in the city, offering a complete experience for both residents and visitors who wish to explore the end-of-year celebrations.

The historic center of São João da Madeira transforms into a festive setting, with Praça Luís Ribeiro hosting the traditional Christmas market. The main streets, decorated with stunning lights, connect to Avenida Dr. Renato Araújo, where cultural presentations take place. The Hat Museum and the Industrial Welcome Center serve as reference points for various Christmas activities, while the commercial zone offers a typically Portuguese shopping experience.

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Sao Joao da Madeira Other Holiday Activities

Festival of the Fogaceiras

What to Expect
Girls carry sweet bread on their heads.
Description
The Festa das Fogaceiras is a traditional celebration in Santa Maria da Feira, where girls dressed in white carry fogaças (a type of sweet bread) on their heads, symbolizing a vow made centuries ago to Saint Sebastian.
Where
Santa Maria da Feira | More Info : Festival of the Fogaceiras
Tags : Festa das Fogaceiras, Saint Sebastian, sweet bread, tradition, celebration