About this festival
Parades, embroidery, food stalls and equestrian traditions in Ponte da Barca's historic centre.
Context
The pilgrimage highlights the traditional rusgas in the early hours of 23 August and embroidered linen shirts. The historic centre hosts stages and food-stall areas during the festivities.
What to expect
- Traditional rusgas in the early hours of 23 August.
- Feira do Gado and horse racing.
- Stages across the historic centre and food stalls.
Practical information
- 19 to 24 August 2026.
- Centro histórico de Ponte da Barca.
Make the most of your visit
- Banks of the Lima River.
- Centro histórico de Ponte da Barca.
