Santa Maria de Agosto Festival 2026 in Castelo de Vide
The Santa Maria de Agosto festivities return to Praça D. Pedro V from 14 to 16 August 2026, bringing three days of music, food and crafts to the town centre.
The essentials
The festival runs from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 August in Praça D. Pedro V, Castelo de Vide. Admission is free. The municipal programme combines folklore, local bands, Quinta do Bill, Baile das Novinhas, Inês Gonçalves, Ricardo Azevedo, food and crafts.
Check the latest programme in the Castelo de Vide municipal agenda ↗
Santa Maria festival programme for 2026
The official poster spreads the programme over three days. Timings can change, so check the municipal agenda before setting out for the square.
- Friday 14 August: the “Ecos de Agosto — Viver Santa Maria” exhibition, a parade by Rancho Folclórico Nossa Senhora da Alegria, local bands and senior academy ensemble, followed by Dupla Mete Cá Sets.
- Saturday 15 August: Quinta do Bill and Baile das Novinhas.
- Sunday 16 August: Inês Gonçalves and Ricardo Azevedo.
How to plan your visit
Praça D. Pedro V is in central Castelo de Vide and admission is free. If you are staying in the historic centre, walk to the event rather than driving through the old streets at the busiest times.
Drivers should use public parking outside the narrowest streets and complete the journey on foot. Check for temporary traffic or parking restrictions on the day, as none are included in the published programme.
What to do before the festival
During the day, combine the festival with Fonte da Vila, the Jewish Quarter, the former Synagogue and the castle. In August, tackle the most exposed climbs in the morning, carry water and leave the square for late afternoon and evening.
Casa da Rua Nova is in the Jewish Quarter beside Fonte da Vila. Praça D. Pedro V and the festival are reachable on foot, so there is no need to return to the car.
Frequently asked questions
Is admission to the Santa Maria de Agosto Festival free?
Yes. Castelo de Vide municipality advertises free admission on all three days.
Where does the festival take place?
In Praça D. Pedro V, central Castelo de Vide, from 14 to 16 August 2026.
Is the festival suitable for families?
The programme includes folklore, bands, food and crafts as well as concerts. Families with children should check the official timings and choose the part of the programme that suits their routine.
Stay within walking distance of the square
Casa da Rua Nova's three apartments are in the historic centre, between Fonte da Vila and Praça D. Pedro V.
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