August 16th Program - 2026

August 16 is the first Sunday of the Festas d'Agonia 2026 and one of the liveliest days of the week. The program starts early, with the dawn breaking ceremony in Praça da República, and extends into the night with concerts, folklore, and entertainment on Avenida dos Combatentes. Consult the complete program of the Festas d'Agonia 2026 for an overview of all days. August 16 Program Time Event Location 08:30 AM Dawn Breaking Praça da República 09:30 AM Musical Concert 12:00 PM Giants and Bigheads Parade Praça da República 02:30 PM Musical Concert 04:00 PM Let's Go to the Pilgrimage 09:00 PM Let's Go to the Party Avenida dos Combatentes 09:30 PM Musical Concert 10:00 PM Folklore Festival Dawn Breaking The day kicks off at 08:30 AM with the dawn breaking ceremony in Praça da República, a tradition that marks the beginning of the festive days with band music through the city streets. At 09:30 AM, a musical concert follows to liven up the morning. Giants and Bigheads Parade One of the most popular and anticipated moments for families, the Giants and Bigheads Parade takes place at noon in Praça da República. The giants, large figures in typical Minho costumes, and the bigheads, with their exaggerated masks, parade through the space amidst laughter and surprises, in a spectacle that particularly attracts the younger audience. Let's Go to the Pilgrimage At 04:00 PM, the "Let's Go to the Pilgrimage" event invites residents and visitors to actively participate in the spirit of the celebration, in an afternoon of entertainment and popular culture. Folklore Night on Avenida dos Combatentes The evening focuses on Avenida dos Combatentes, with the "Let's Go to the Party" event at 09:00 PM, followed by a musical concert at 09:30 PM. The day concludes with the Folklore Festival at 10:00 PM, where folk groups from various origins present their traditional costumes, dances, and music in a highly popular spectacle. Useful Information Date: August 16, 2026, Sunday Program subject to change Return to the complete program of the Festas d'Agonia 2026, consult the article for August 15 or proceed to August 17.

August 16th Program - 2026

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August 16th Program - 2026

Viana Scarf - Minhoto Type - Full Scarf with Fringe - Blue

Viana Scarf - Minhoto Type - Full Scarf with Fringe - Blue

Viana Scarf - Minhoto Type - Full Scarf with Fringe - Blue