Monthly Markets (Feiras)

Almost every town has its market day with stalls of clothes, tools, plants and local food. A window into everyday regional life.

Insider tip

The big feiras often fall on the first or last Sunday of the month; check dates in advance.

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In Pera, international artists turn thousands of tonnes of sand into giant sculptures. Lit up at night, it is a family favourite.

Each August, Silves turns into a medieval market with jousting, music, crafts and costumes around the castle.

Portugal's oldest and largest carnival, with colourful floats, samba and satire through the streets of Loulé, usually in February.

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