November isn’t even halfway over yet, but news about Christmas programs and events keeps coming in. After highlighting what’s new for the festive season in Maia and the date for the lighting ceremony in Porto, it’s time to head to another neighboring municipality to discover what the traditional Matosinhos Christmas Market has in store for us.
The 20th edition of this event takes place from November 27 to December 23 at Basílio Teles Park, right across from the Matosinhos City Hall (CMM), with free admission. As in previous years, the event is organized by the Andarte association, with support from the local government.

According to the newspaper “Leça de Palmeira,” the Matosinhos Christmas Market will feature around 80 artisans from different parts of the country. There will be no shortage of delicacies such as cheeses, sweets, and sausages, as well as jewelry, clothing, toys, and many other handcrafted products.
Useful Information
📍Where: Basílio Teles Park, right across from the Matosinhos City Hall
🗓️When: November 27 through December 23
⏰Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, Saturdays, and the days before holidays, 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
🎟️Ticket: Free admission
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