Romaria de São Tomé – Ferreira-a-Nova, Figueira da Foz

Step into history at the largest and oldest pilgrimage honoring Saint Thomas, a grand tradition dating back to the 13th century! This spectacular four-day summer event features massive live concerts from Portuguese music stars Ágata, Jorge Guerreiro, and Nel Monteiro, alongside performances by Siga a Farra, Banda Time, Anjos de Azul, Nelson Lord’s, and Conjunto Típico Irmãos Leais, with late-night sets from DJs Duarte, Tiago, Putos da Villa, and Jura Boyz. Dive into rich local culture with traditional bagpipe players, numerous regional folklore dance groups, accordion showcases, traditional bull runs, a parade of horses and riders, and moving religious ceremonies including a formal opening session and the traditional blessing of cattle and horses.