Join the 2025 Unforgettable Experiences on-site or within 1 hour from Ecoresort Portobali
Register HERE (also available for non-guests of Ecoresort Portobali)
🔥 1. Portobali Campfire – Magic Under the Stars
Let the crackle of the fire and the sparkle of the stars set the mood for a night of connection and wonder. Our Portobali Campfire evenings are perfect for families, couples, and friends looking to unwind with storytelling, music, and marshmallow toasting in a peaceful natural setting.
🍖 2. Portobali BBQ – A Feast for the Senses
Get ready to indulge in a mouth-watering BBQ experience like no other. Our chefs serve up a delicious spread of grilled meats, veggies, and local flavors in a relaxed outdoor setting. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening with great food and even better company.
🥾 3. Hiking Barrias – Adventure Through Nature
Reconnect with nature on our guided hikes through the Barrias de Jugueiros trails. Discover hidden paths, panoramic views, and the rich biodiversity of the region. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a curious explorer, this is your chance to breathe deeply and move freely.
🌼 JUNE 2025 PORTOBALI EXPERIENCES
- Friday, June 6th, 20:30 PORTOBALI CAMPFIRE
- Sunday, June 15th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
- Sunday, June 29th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
Register HERE (also for non-guests)
🌼 JUNE 2025 EVENTS within one hour of Ecoresort Portobali
- 📅 Date: May 30th – June 8th, 2025 – 09:00 pm – 06.00 am
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Amarante – 34 min & 22 km from Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎉 Overview: Alameda Teixeira de Pascoaes becomes the meeting point: live music, DJs, street food and lots of entertainment await you!
- 🪙: Free access
- 📅 Date: June 17-24th, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Braga – 37 min & 39 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎉 Overview: The Festa de São João de Braga is one of the oldest and most iconic festivals in Portugal, dating back to the Middle Ages. It celebrates Saint John the Baptist, the patron saint of Braga, and is a vibrant mix of religious devotion, folklore, music, and community spirit.
- 🪙: Free access
- 📅 Date: June 23–24, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Porto 51 min 64 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎉 Overview: One of Portugal’s most iconic festivals, with fireworks, street dancing, grilled sardines, and the quirky tradition of hitting people with plastic hammers.
- 🪙: Free access
Noite de São João (Saint John’s Night), Porto
São Pedro (Saint Peter’s), Felgueiras
- 📅 Date: June 27–29, 2025 09:00-02:00
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Felgueiras - 11 min & 7 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎉 Overview: Celebrates the patron saint of fishermen with parades, bonfires, music, and traditional food by the sea.
- 🪙: Free access
☀️ July 2025 PORTOBALI EXPERIENCES
- Friday, July 4th, 20:30 PORTOBALI CAMPFIRE
- Sunday, July 13th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
- Saturday, July 19th, 19:00 PORTOBALI BBQ
- Sunday, July 27th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
Register HERE (also for non-guests)
☀️ July 2025 EVENTS within one hour of Ecoresort Portobali
- Praҫa das Artes, Felgueiras
- 📅 Date: July 12th to August 4th (2024 dates, as 2025 are not yet communicated)
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Felgueiras - 11 min & 7 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎨 Overview: A multidisciplinary arts festival featuring street performances, installations, music, and visual arts in public spaces.
- 🪙: Free access
- Odisseia Music, Guimaraes
- 📅 Date: July 11-13th, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for couples
- 📍 Location: Penha, Guimaraes - 31 min & 20 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎨 Overview: The Odyssey Festival in Penha, Guimarães is a vibrant three-day celebration of electronic music, nature, and creativity. Set in a stunning mountain landscape, it features immersive experiences, wellness activities, and sustainable vibes.
- 🪙: 25 euro (2 days pass July 11 & 12th), July 13th is free of charge
- Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival
- 📅 Date: July 12-20, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Vila do Conde - 53 min & 63 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎬 Overview: Celebrated short film festival showcasing international and Portuguese cinema, animation, and experimental films.
- 🪙: 40 euros. The festival pass gives access to all film screenings (except film concerts) of the 33rd Curtas Vila do Conde and can be picked up at the Festival Secretariat / Guest Office at the Municipal Theatre of Vila do Conde from 11:00 a.m. on July 12th, 2025.
- MIMO Festival, Amarante
- 📅 Date: July 18-20, 2025, 11:00-01:30
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Amarante – 34 min & 22 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎶 Overview: MIMO Festival 2025 in Amarante runs from July 18 to 20, offering over 60 free activities, including music, cinema, poetry, and workshops, celebrating culture in stunning historic settings.
- 🪙: Free access
🔥 AUGUST 2025 PORTOBALI EXPERIENCES
- Friday, August 1st, 20:30 PORTOBALI CAMPFIRE
- Sunday, August 10th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
- Saturday, August 16th, 19:00 PORTOBALI BBQ
- Sunday, July 24th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
Register HERE (also for non-guests)
🔥 AUGUST 2025 EVENTS within one hour of Ecoresort Portobali
- Praҫa das Artes, Felgueiras
- 📅 Date: July 12th to August 4th (2024 dates, as 2025 are not yet communicated)
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Felgueiras - 11 min & 7 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎨 Overview: A multidisciplinary arts festival featuring street performances, installations, music, and visual arts in public spaces.
- 🪙: Free access
- Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria
- 📅 Date: July 30 – August 10, 2025 - 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Santa Maria da Feira - 60 min & 84 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🛡️ Overview: Viagem Medieval is Europe’s largest medieval reenactment festival, held annually in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. Spanning 12 days, it features over 1,600 performers recreating medieval life with markets, battles, music, and crafts. Visitors enjoy immersive historical experiences, including costumes, food, and theatrical performances in a vibrant medieval setting
- 🪙: Day ticket: 5-7 euros per adult, 3 euros for children between 4 to 12 years old
- Gualterianas, Guimaraes
- 📅 Date: August 1-4, 2025 18:00
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Guimaraes - 21 min & 16 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎨 Overview: Considered the most important festivals in Guimarães throughout the year, the Gualterianas Festivities and City Festivities give a different color and light every year on the first weekend of August.
- 🪙: free of charge
- HÁ FEST! – Festical da Juventude de Amarante
- 📅 Date: August 2-18th, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Various venues across Amarante - 34 min & 22 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🎭 Overview: A vibrant, multi-day youth festival featuring music, comedy, dance, cinema, sports, and family-friendly activities. 🎤 Highlights:
- Plutonio and Maninho headline the music lineup
- Tribute to Queen by One Vision (Aug 2)
- Stand-up comedy with Ana Arrebentinha (Aug 9)
- Dance show “Disney Movies” (Aug 15)
- DJ sets and late-night parties at Alameda Teixeira de Pascoaes
- Sports and cultural facilities for youth (Aug 11–12)
- 🪙: Free access
🍇 SEPTEMBER 2025 PORTOBALI EXPERIENCES
- Friday, July 4th, 20:30 PORTOBALI CAMPFIRE
- Sunday, July 13th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
- Saturday, July 19th, 19:00 PORTOBALI BBQ
- Sunday, July 27th, 10:00 HIKING BARRIAS
Register HERE (also for non-guests)
🍇 SEPTEMBER 2025 EVENTS within one hour of Ecoresort Portobali
- Suave Fest, Guimaraes
- 📍 Location: Guimaraes - 21 min & 16 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 📅 Date: 5-6th September, 2025, 22:00
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 🎶 Overview: Celebrating its 10th edition, Suave Fest is a free independent music festival showcasing emerging and established Portuguese artists. The 2025 lineup includes Ana Lua Caiano, Cassete Pirata, Bed Legs, and Black Bombaim
- 🪙: Free access
- 📅 Date: Late August to early September 2025
- 📍 Location: Amarante – 34 min & 22 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🍇 Overview: Grape harvest celebrations with wine tastings, parades, and traditional music.
- 🪙: Usually free or low-cost
- 📅 Date: September 21st-22nd, 2025
- 👨👩👦👦👫 Recommended for families and couples
- 📍 Location: Peso da Régua - 65 min 97 km from 4*/5* Ecoresort Portobali
- 🍇 Overview: Grape harvest celebrations with wine tastings, parades, and traditional music.
- 🪙: Usually free or low-cost
2. Festa das Vindimas (Harvest Festival), Amarante
3. Festa das Vindimas (Harvest Festival), Peso da Régua (Douro-valley)