Regatta of moliceiro boats at the pilgrimage of São Paio in Torreita.

September arrives and with it one of the most beloved pilgrimages of the Portuguese coast. Torreira, in the heart of the Aveiro Lagoon, will once again host the Pilgrimage of São Paio, from September 4 to 8, 2025. It is a celebration that mixes faith, music, maritime tradition, and, of course, that popular spirit that makes people return year after year. Those who have participated know: it is not just a program of festivities, it is an experience that remains etched in memory.

Romaria de São Paio 2025 em Torreira – Agenda de Concertos

The cod Festival

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.

Festival do Bacalhau 2025 | CM Ílhavo

From 16 to 20 July, the canal festival takes place in Aveiro.

It’s a vibrant, innovative, and free celebration of the arts that transforms Aveiro into a large open-air stage. The festival blends creativity, community, sustainability, and cultural innovation — offering a rich program for all ages and showcasing everything from emerging artists to internationally acclaimed performers, all while highlighting the city’s unique connection to its waterways and cultural heritage.

with the following programme

PROGRAMAÇÃO DO FESTIVAL DOS CANAIS – 14 A 17 E 22 A 24 DE JULHO | Câmara Municipal de Aveiro