Although there is still some time to go before Halloween, in the North of Portugal there is an event whose atmosphere appeals to this season, we are referring to the “Halloween Night”, in Montalegre. The town in the district of Vila Real is preparing to celebrate the first Friday the 13th of the year with all the mysticism that the occasion deserves.
Located just over 140 km from Porto, the drive to Montalegre is worthwhile for those looking for an unforgettable and, at the very least, different experience. In all, thousands of visitors are expected in the town, which has prepared a program full of entertainment.
the municipality of Montalegre has lived every Friday the 13th with great intensity. After all, it’s not for nothing that it’s known as the “capital of mysticism” in Portugal. Among the activities planned are concerts, street entertainment, burning of the witches and much more.
Friday the 13th program
Despite the fact that it’s called “Halloween Night”, the truth is that the event starts in the early afternoon.
For those who don’t want to miss out, here’s the full program:
- 13h13 – official opening with street entertainment, music, witches and demons
- 21h00 – performance by the Tuna Académica da Universidade do Minho, on the Praça do Município Stage
- 23h00 – “Eixa” show, including pyrotechnics, next to the Castle
- 00h00 – concert “Kumpania Algazarra”, on the Praça do Município Stage
📍Montalegre
🗓️Sexta-feira, 13 de setembro
👉 More information: Montalegre municipal website