Entrudo de Lisboa (Lisbon Carnival) is a lively and colorful pre-Lenten celebration that fills Portugal’s capital with music, parades, and street parties each February. Rooted in Portugal’s centuries-old Entrudo traditions, which blend Catholic, pagan, and folk customs, Lisbon’s version mixes classic Carnival revelry with modern flair. Neighborhoods like Bairro Alto, Alfama, and Belém host vibrant costume parades, samba-inspired rhythms, and spontaneous street dancing, while local bakeries serve festive treats such as malassadas and filhós. Blending heritage, creativity, and Lisbon’s sunny spirit, the Lisbon Carnival offers a joyful, distinctly Portuguese twist on the global Carnival season.
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DATES & TIMES
• Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Official site · Program.
• Pattern: citywide family-friendly events over the long Carnival weekend (Fri–Tue) run by EGEAC venues and partners; in 2025 activities ran 1–4 March with museum parties, workshops and a ball — see Overview.
• The exact timetable publishes annually — follow the official Schedule for day-by-day listings when released.
LOCATION
• Across Lisbon at EGEAC venues (museums, theatres and public spaces). Common hubs include Museu de Lisboa – Palácio Pimenta and Castelo de São Jorge — venue pages on the Official site.
• Reference point: Museu de Lisboa – Palácio Pimenta (often hosts Carnival activities) — Open in Google Maps · venue info: Museu de Lisboa.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Mostly free entry: many outdoor/venue activities are free; some workshops or shows may require booking or standard museum admission — details on each listing in the Program.
• If booking is required, official links will be provided within the event page via EGEAC or the host venue.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Organised by EGEAC (Lisboa Cultura), the municipal cultural company — see Official site.
• Expect family workshops, museum balls and themed activities rather than a single city parade; specifics change yearly — consult the Overview · Program for the latest.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest a Portugal route that includes the Entrudo de Lisboa at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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