Festa de São Martinho (Wine and Chestnuts)
Spectators sample free sweet wine and chestnuts, enjoy folk music and dance in an open-air celebration of rural culture.
Nov 11
National Horse Fair (Golegã Fair)
Feira Nacional do Cavalo (Feira da Golegã)
Golegã, Portugal
Nov 7 - 16, 2026Expected
Each November, the town of Golegã hosts Portugal's premier equestrian fair, the Feira Nacional do Cavalo. Competitions, parades, and exhibitions celebrate the Lusitano horse and Ribatejo riding culture, in a celebration that has earned Golegã its name as the country's horse capital.
Key moments
Day 5 · Nov 11
Where it happens
Largo do Arneiro
Golegã, Portugal
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Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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National Horse Fair (Golegã Fair)
Feira Nacional do Cavalo (Feira da Golegã)
Golegã, Portugal
Each November, the town of Golegã hosts Portugal's premier equestrian fair, the Feira Nacional do Cavalo. Competitions, parades, and exhibitions celebrate the Lusitano horse and Ribatejo riding culture, in a celebration that has earned Golegã its name as the country's horse capital.
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The story behind it
Golegã has been called the "Capital do Cavalo" (Horse Capital) of Portugal, reflecting a centuries-old heritage of horse breeding in the Ribatejo. For generations, local breeders and cowboys (campinos) have gathered here each year in honor of Saint Martin’s feast and equestrian competitions. Over time, the fair evolved from a local market day into a large national expo for Lusitano horse enthusiasts. The event honors agrarian...
Key moments to know
Day 5Nov 11Approximate
Festa de São Martinho (Wine and Chestnuts)
Spectators sample free sweet wine and chestnuts, enjoy folk music and dance in an open-air celebration of rural culture.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Ask before close-up photos
Follow organizers’ instructions around horses; do not disturb animals or competitions. Ask permission before ha...
Keep the visit respectful
No flash
Essentials at a glance
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Nov 7 - 16, 2026
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City / Area
Golegã
Ribatejo (equestrian tradition)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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