Due to the storms and episodes of heavy rain, several cities were forced to postpone or even cancel their carnival celebrations. Even though Sunday was a sunny day, expect rain at the start of the week, including carnival day (Tuesday). Some municipalities have also decided to move events to other locations, especially covered ones, to ensure the safety of everyone.
In summary, Carnaval or the Carnival in Portugal cancelled in some locations, some parades postponed, but many still happening. Learn all about it down below!
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Carnival in Portugal Cancelled in the following cities and towns:
- Caldas da Rainha Carnival celebrations
- Proença-a-Nova (Tuesday) and Vila de Rei (Fat Sunday) – Carnival parades in this cities were cancelled
- Tomar Carnival celebrations
- Nazaré parade on Sunday
- Mealhada (town) sunday parade cancelled
- Torres Vedras parade (may be possible on another date, but not confirmed yet)
- Aveiro (The nautical parade and other events were canceled for safety reasons. A performance will be held later on the estuary channels.)
- Vila Real parades
Carnival in Portugal Postponed in the following cities and towns:
- Porto (Depending on weather conditions, the Carnaval / Carnival celebrations will take place on February 22 and 27, with events led by Batucada Radical)
- Figueira da Foz (The night and daytime parades, scheduled for Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday, February 14, 15, and 17, respectively, have been postponed to the first weekend after Holy Week.)
Then, where is Carnival still happening?
As an example (there are more events around Portugal):
- Ílhavo
- Ovar
- Estarreja
- Madeira
- Loures
- Loulé
- Sesimbra
- Lisbon
- Podence – Entrudo Chocalheiro (where people dress as Caretos)
Weather may not be ideal, but there are always great ways to celebrate Carnival across Portugal. For example, enjoying live music concerts and folklore performances held in covered venues. On the other hand, you can explore local gastronomy and try special Carnival menus and sweets.
Note: Cancelled and postponed events related to Carnaval may change. Please check official sources, such as the local municipality’s website or social media pages, for the latest updates.
If you were going to one of the cancelled Carnival celebrations, don’t be sad. There are several events to enjoy in Portugal! For example, check out this concerts.
New article on the March Festivals coming soon!
