Things to do this Halloween in Portugal 2025: fears, fairs and fun
If you’re hunting for things to do this Halloween in Portugal, think candlelit traditions and cheeky night-outs side by side.
Halloween in Portugal: a growing celebration with unique traditions
Portugal increasingly embraces Halloween with costumes, parties and themed attractions—especially in Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve—while traditional observances like All Saints’ Day and Pão‑por‑Deus remain central to the season.
Things to do in October in Portugal: festivals, fairs, and autumn runs
October in Portugal has that first-hint-of-autumn feel. Grape juice on your trainers in the Douro, chestnut smoke in the lanes, soft light on the castles, and a steady run of food and film events in the cities.
National Castle Day in Portugal: key events and unmissable castles
With National Castle Day on the horizon, picture Portugal’s hilltop fortresses and coastal bastions opening up with special goings‑on behind the gates.
Republic Day in Portugal 2025: history, meaning and what to expect
Commemorating the 1910 revolution that ended the monarchy, Portugal’s Republic Day sits at the heart of the national calendar.
Best Portugal wine festivals: grape stomps and street parties
Getting to grips with Portuguese wine is a fantastic way to understand the country itself. And while many people first think of Port from the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley, that’s only scratching the surface.
September festivals in Portugal 2025: music, wine harvests & local fairs
September in Portugal marks a gentle shift from the peak summer season, offering a more relaxed experience. As the holiday crowds thin out and the intense heat of August subsides, you'll find a more laid-back pace, especially in popular coastal areas.