17
Feb
Tuesday
Holiday Details
Carnival is a special day celebrated in Portugal. On this day, families gather for traditional ceremonies and meaningful time together, serving as a precious opportunity to continue cultural values. It plays an important role in strengthening community bonds through unique local customs and traditions, and in cultural transmission between generations.
Portugal Holiday System
Portugal's holidays reflect the country's unique history and cultural traditions, playing an important role in forming national identity and social cohesion. They consist of meaningful commemorative days where religious traditions and modern values harmoniously blend together.
Additional Information
Holiday Type
Classified as Public Holiday and applied nationally.
Date Information
Falls on Tuesday in 2026.