Christmas programming starts on the 28th and costs 765 thousand euros

Christmas programming in Porto will begin on November 28 with the inauguration of the city lights, costing up to 765,000 euros. This amount represents a 65,000 euro increase from last year's budget. The lights are part of a partnership between the municipality and the Porto Merchants Association. The event will feature the lighting of the Christmas tree in Praça do General Humberto Delgado and a concert. December will include various cultural activities across the city, focusing on accessibility and inclusion, with special attention to youth programming and the return of the São Silvestre race on December 20. Key locations for events include Avenida dos Aliados and Praça D. João I, which will host a traditional ice rink.