Chaves Prepares for the Great Feira dos Santos

The annual event of tradition, commerce, and entertainment returns to the Transmontano city between October 30th and November 1st.

Scene of a nighttime popular fair in a Portuguese square, with colorful stalls and festive lighting.
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Scene of a nighttime popular fair in a Portuguese square, with colorful stalls and festive lighting.

The city of Chaves is gearing up to host its traditional Feira dos Santos (All Saints' Fair), an event taking place between October 30th and November 1st, bringing together over 500 exhibitors in a celebration of tradition and commerce.

Between October 30th and November 1st, Chaves will be the stage for another edition of the Feira dos Santos, one of the most emblematic events in the Transmontano calendar. For three days, the city streets will transform into a vibrant meeting point that combines tradition, commerce, culture, and entertainment.
More than 500 exhibitors and traders will be present, making this street fair one of the largest in the country. The event officially begins on Friday, October 30th, at 5:00 PM, with the Official Opening Ceremony, to be held at the Aquanatur Palace.
Visitors can enjoy a diverse program including music, folklore, crafts, local gastronomy, and regional products. The entertainment promises to create a unique atmosphere, where the strong cultural identity of Chaves intersects with contemporary life.
With a centuries-old history, the Feira dos Santos continues to be a crucial moment of reunion for families, visitors, and communities from across the region, reinforcing its importance as a celebration of the traditions of Chaves and Trás-os-Montes.
Organized by ACISAT - Associação Empresarial do Alto Tâmega (Alto Tâmega Business Association), in collaboration with the Municipality of Chaves, the fair reaffirms itself as one of the major moments of regional identity celebration.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Chaves (07/10/2026)