Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas spirit in Sesimbra through our event guide. For residents and visitors alike, we present a complete selection of celebrations that transform this fishing village during the festive season.
In Sesimbra's historic center, the Town Hall Square hosts the traditional Christmas market, while Santiago Fortress serves as a venue for concerts and exhibitions. The downtown streets, decorated with festive lights, connect to the fishing port, where local restaurants offer typical Christmas dishes. Along the waterfront, children's activities and cultural shows complement the festive program.
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Sesimbra Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Kingdom – Sintra
The Reino do Natal in Sintra is a solidarity event that combines the magic of Christmas with cultural and entertainment activities. Visitors can enjoy a Christmas market, workshops, musical and theatrical performances, and even a holiday train ride through Sintra's historic streets.
Lisbon Christmas Markets
The Christmas Markets in Lisbon offer a variety of activities and shopping for all ages. 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.
APA – Art and Antiques Fair
The LAAF art and antiques fair presents a wide selection of art and antiques, with exhibitions from Portuguese and international galleries and antique shops. In its 21st edition, the fair will include discussion panels on relevant topics for art, culture, and Lisbon.
FIA – International Craft Fair
FIA Lisboa is the largest international handicraft fair in the Iberian Peninsula and the second largest in Europe. It offers a wide range of national and international handicrafts, gastronomy, and entertainment.
Sesimbra Holiday Shows and Entertainment
New Year's Eve in Praça do Comércio
The New Year's Eve celebration in Praça do Comércio is an event filled with live music, DJ, and a spectacular 13-minute fireworks display, ensuring an unforgettable night.
Sesimbra Other Holiday Activities
Consoada in Lisbon
Celebrate Christmas at Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto with our special Consoada dinner. Enjoy an exclusive dinner in our restaurant on the most special night of the year, starting at 19h00 on December 24th. Celebrate Christmas with a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere, surrounded by comfort and elegance.
Missa do Galo in Lisbon
The Missa do Galo in Lisbon is a traditional religious celebration that takes place on Christmas Eve, marking the birth of Jesus Christ with a solemn mass at the Church of São Roque.