Regional cultural festivals held in Portugal and Brazil

Various regional cultural and community events are taking place across Portugal and Brazil.

In Chaves, Portugal, the Feira dos Santos returns with over 500 exhibitors. The multi-day program includes traditional parades, livestock fairs, a gastronomic octopus festival, and musical performances ranging from folk concertinas to DJ sets. The event is organized by ACISAT in collaboration with the Chaves Municipality.

In Braga, Portugal, the 12th edition of ‘Bruxarias Vale d’Este’ will be held in Este São Pedro from October 30 to November 1. The Halloween-themed celebration features fire performers, traditional ‘witch dances’, local gastronomy, and mystical activities designed to attract visitors of all ages.

In Ribeirão Pires, Brazil, the third edition of ‘Casa da Bruxa’ recently took place at Parque Municipal Professor Luiz Carlos Grecco. The event focused on art, music, and the creative economy, featuring yoga, local artisans, and vegan gastronomy. The initiative also included a social campaign to collect sanitary pads to combat menstrual poverty.