Latest news and stories about tradition in Portugal for expats and residents.
The 150-year-old tradition, inscribed in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage and a UNESCO candidate, attracts thousands to Porto in August.
After Paulo Gonzo's performance, which featured a surprise appearance by the bride, another moment filled with symbolism captivated the guests.
At 83 years old, he presents himself as “the last basket weaver from Miranda”. Unique in his techniques and materials, his work is on display at the ethnographic exhibition currently held at the Casa da Cultura Mirandesa.
The event highlights traditional culinary practices and the importance of pork in the gastronomy of the Alentejo region, hosted in the town of Arronches.
The municipality of Arronches aims to have the traditional game of 'pedrinhas' (small stones) recognised as part of Portugal's Cultural Heritage.
Susana Mareco and the Cantadeiras de Essência Alentejana, from Almada, were at the Monsaraz Biennial to explain what the 'cante' is and to show how female groups are very much alive.
Memories of a time that the interior must not let fall into oblivion.
A culinary journey through Portugal hosted by Mário Moreira.
The processions in honour of the city's patron saint are the main attraction, and the first one, the Penitence Procession, has already taken to the streets.
Paula Neves teaches how to work with wool from sheep to yarn, and Constança Santos, who works with her father, Egídio, is the first female potter in São Pedro do Corval.
Thousands of people celebrated S. João in the streets of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. The fireworks were one of the highlights of the popular festivities.
President of the Republic, António José Seguro, attended the São João festivities in Porto this Tuesday. Seguro was in the company of the local residents and mayor Pedro Duarte.
Occasions in the 'Folhinha' calendar by Aquilino: Christmas, Easter, weddings, and anniversaries featured rice pudding, vermicelli pudding, sweet soup, filhoses, French toast, sponge cake, crème brûlée, and cavacas.
Every day, pom-poms are made in a workshop at the Castro Daire Municipal Museum. The colourful decorations celebrate the Transhumance Route, a centuries-old seasonal movement of herds between the valleys and the mountains.
The tradition of 'caroça' capes, which once sheltered the people of Castro Daire, is maintained by folk groups. Meanwhile, the wool 'capucha' has more easily withstood the evolution of clothing.
The characteristic black colour of the clay comes from the smoke of the 'suenga' kiln. In Castro Daire, great master potters lived and the tradition is kept alive out of passion. A conversation with Cristina Gomes.
The tradition varies from parish to parish, but everywhere there is unity, volunteering, and dedication in the act of giving in the name of something greater. For three days, we immersed ourselves in a mordomia on the island of São Miguel.
The artisanal and ethnographic tradition of the linen and wool cycle, on display at the Castro Daire Municipal Museum, is detailed from the seed and carding to the production of fabrics.
In this Beira village known for its thermal waters, people speak of this centuries-old embroidery used on handkerchiefs, cloths, shirts, and undergarments, with motifs that changed according to the age of the craftswomen.
The World Cup has become a stage for political maneuvering and restrictions on freedoms. Furthermore, the change of route in the Corpus Christi procession reignites the debate on integration.
On Saint Anthony's Day in Lisbon, beyond the parades and street parties, many head to the church next to the Cathedral. Throughout June 13th, thousands of people from all over the world visit the site where the Lisbon-born saint was born. Some go to buy candles, carnations, and bread, while others make the pilgrimage a tradition.
Avenue parades and street parties drew thousands to the streets to celebrate the Popular Saints until dawn.
The city of Guimarães celebrates its historical roots and the founding of Portugal during the annual Afonsina Fair.
Alfama won this year's edition of the Lisbon Popular Marches competition, announced today by the Company for the Management of Equipment and Cultural Animation (EGEAC), which is responsible for organizing the initiative.
Eight years later, Alfama has once again won the Lisbon Popular Marches, as announced by the EGEAC. The Alcântara March took second place, and the Madragoa March came third. Following the joint victory of Alcântara and Bairro Alto in 2025, this year the Alfama march won with the theme 'The saints must be crazy', which portrays the contrast between the tradition of the march and the changes felt in the neighbourhood. The 20 competing marches were evaluated by a jury presided over by Vítor Agostinho. The announcement of the winners marks the culmination of Lisbon's longest night, which also featured the traditional St. Anthony weddings, where 16 couples were married.
The parade on Avenida da Liberdade brought together thousands of spectators and around 2000 participants.
Avenue parades and street parties drew thousands to the streets to celebrate the Popular Saints until dawn.
In many of the neighbourhoods where the Lisbon Popular Marches were born, there are fewer and fewer locals — in Mouraria, for example, there are no more than eight marchers who still live there. Many had to leave the neighbourhood, but the neighbourhood never left them: the sense of belonging remains and “the march is a form of love”.
João Macedo has his pieces in countless Saint John's cascades, from the most professional to the most elementary. But few know who the artisan who signs them is.
