School holidays in Portugal 2024-2025

School Holidays in Portugal 2025-2026

If you're living in Portugal or planning a move, knowing when the school holidays fall makes life a fair bit easier. The Portuguese academic year typically runs from September to June, with breaks dotted throughout for Christmas, Easter, summer, and a handful of shorter interruptions.
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São João Festival in Porto 2025

As June winds down, Porto shakes off its regular rhythm and transforms into a bustling city of light and laughter for Festa de São João, or St. John Festival.
25 de Abril

Carnation Revolution: Portugal's Freedom Day

On 25th April, 1974, Portugal underwent a fundamental transformation known as the Carnation Revolution. This pivotal event marked the end of the Estado Novo dictatorship and the start of Portugal's path to democracy.
2025 holidays in Portugal

Portugal public holidays 2025

Portugal is a country known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich traditions, many of which are celebrated through its public holidays.
Take a trip to Portugal's scariest destinations

The most haunted places in Portugal

Portugal, a land of rich history and stunning landscapes, also harbours tales that send shivers down the spine. Beyond its picturesque villages, ancient castles, and cobbled streets lies a darker side filled with chilling legends and ghostly encounters.
2024 public holidays Portugal

Portugal public holidays 2024-2025

We're in the throws of the wonderful summer season, but before we know it, another academic year will begin and we'll be in the autumnal work-craze. So we believe it's time to prepare for the 2024-2025 holiday calendar in Portugal, to start planning your long weekends and getaways.
How is Easter celebrated in Portugal?

Easter in Portugal

Easter in Portugal is a much different affair than elsewhere, much more than bunnies and chocolate eggs.