Plan your festive season in Faro with our complete Christmas activities guide. Discover the events and attractions that transform the Algarve's capital into a celebration of Portuguese traditions during the holiday season.
Downtown Faro becomes the center of festivities, with Dom Francisco Gomes Square hosting the traditional Christmas market. Visitors find local craft stalls, regional sweets, and cultural entertainment near Faro Harbor, while Santo António Street features festive lights and decorated shop windows. The celebrations extend to neighboring towns, including Olhão and Loulé, each with their own Christmas traditions.
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New Year's Eve in Faro (Faro) • 0.5 miles
Two nights of music culminating in fireworks
Loulé Public Bolo-Rei Tasting (Loulé) • 9.8 miles
Giant 150-meter bolo-rei tasting
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