Local special events

Created by Patricia Noijen, Modified on Thu, 4 Dec, 2025 at 2:53 PM by Julie Nielsen

  • Festas do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres (Ponta Delgada) – The island’s largest religious festival, with processions, carpets of flowers, music and lights (May).

  • São João Festivities (Multiple towns) – Bonfires, street parties and folklore celebrations (June).

  • Semana do Mar (Horta/Faial but popular for visitors) – Maritime festival with concerts and regattas (August).

  • White Ocean Festival (Ponta Delgada) – Music, wellness and cultural events by the marina (Summer).

  • Caminho das 10 Milhas (Running Event) – Popular local running race along the coast (Autumn).

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