Unique Festival Honoring Lisbon's Beloved Saints Stands Apart from Others
The Grande Arraial de Belém festival, Lisbon's most eagerly anticipated event of the year, will transform the neighborhood from May 30 to June 15, 2025. A highly anticipated lineup of performers and a program catering to diverse age groups will make this vibrant gathering the perfect family-friendly celebration of the Popular Saints.
To accentuate the family-oriented focus of this year's edition, the festival has expanded its offerings to include family-friendly spaces filled with activities, inflatables, and ample entertainment.
The festivities kick off on May 30 with Deixa Rolla, followed by Tio Jel's infectious energy on May 31, Toy's captivating performance on June 4, and Sék Mintendes' energetic set on June 7.
On June 8, the festival will introduce the unique Junine festivities, showcasing Brazilian culture with special celebrations, music, dancing, and entertainment.
Santo António's unforgettable big night on June 12 promises an explosion of music, dancing, and entertainment, with Tudo ao Molho launching the party, followed by the explosive duo Quimé and Rubim with P*ta da Loucura, Hot Crazy Boy, and Party Animals closing the night in style.
Traditional Portuguese cuisine and beverages will be available for participants to enjoy, along with delightful surprises.
Admission is free, encouraging maximum community participation throughout the festivities. Stay up to date on the latest program updates and timetables by following Grande Arraial de Belém on Facebook or Instagram.
It is worth noting that other simultaneous arraiais (traditional neighborhood parties) will take place across Lisbon during June, each offering live music and traditional food offerings.
During Santo António's Big Night (June 12–13), Lisbon will come alive with special parades, religious processions, dance troupes, costumes, and music—a lively and joyful atmosphere that extends late into the night.
The performer lineup, mainly focused on live popular music and pimba bands, emphasizes traditional Portuguese music, folk dances, and family-friendly entertainment. Music will fill the air from late afternoon through the evening, particularly on weekends.
In summary, the Grande Arraial de Belém festival promises ten days of music, dancing, and entertainment, taking place at Parque dos Moinhos de Santana. Attendees can expect traditional food, dancing, pimba music, and cultural performances, with performer lineups announced closer to the event. This event is a celebration of community participation and Lisbon's rich popular culture, offering free entry to all.
Attendees can expect a diverse range of family-friendly entertainment at the Grande Arraial de Belém festival, including inflatables, activities, and live music performances from Deixa Rolla, Tio Jel, Toy, Sék Mintendes, Tudo ao Molho, Quimé and Rubim with P*ta da Loucura, Hot Crazy Boy, and Party Animals. The festive event also offers traditional Portuguese cuisine and beverages for attendees to enjoy. The ten-day celebration takes place from May 30 to June 15, 2025, at Parque dos Moinhos de Santana, and admission is free, encouraging maximum community participation. Additionally, various other arraiais will take place across Lisbon during June, featuring live music and traditional food offerings.
