The Cod Festival, held in Ílhavo, is one of the largest gastronomic festivals in Portugal, celebrating cod with a variety of activities and typical dishes. General Information The Cod Festival takes place annually at Jardim Oudinot, in Gafanha da Nazaré, and in 2025 it will occur from August 13 to 17. This event is promoted by the Municipality of Ílhavo and the Cod Gastronomic Brotherhood, attracting tens of thousands of visitors with each edition.