Corrida de Toiros à Portuguesa (Arena)
Stands fill with locals to watch skilled riding and forcado pegas (bull grabs); atmosphere is festive yet respectful, highlighting Azorean bullfighting heritage
~18:30
Sanjoaninas (Angra do Heroísmo)
Festas Sanjoaninas
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Jun 19 - 28, 2026ExpectedSource
Each June, the Azorean city of Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira holds the Sanjoaninas, among the largest and oldest festivals in the islands, in honor of Saint John. Parades of costumed marchas, folk dancing, and island-style bull-running fill days of celebration, in a high point of the Azorean summer.
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Day 3 · Jun 21
Day 5 · Jun 23
Night of St. John
Visitors witness street parades (marchas populares), folk groups, and a huge midnight fireworks show over the bay.
Jun 23
Marchas Populares
Visitors can join the street party in traditional costume watching colorful folk dances and music
~21:00
Where it happens
Praça Velha de Angra
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Festive attire, some locals wear traditional costumes
Read the local rhythm
Respectful attire for church (no shorts/shirts),
Keep the visit respectful
Learn basic Portuguese greetings
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: very high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
MAJOR COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Sanjoaninas (Angra do Heroísmo)
Festas Sanjoaninas
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Each June, the Azorean city of Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira holds the Sanjoaninas, among the largest and oldest festivals in the islands, in honor of Saint John. Parades of costumed marchas, folk dancing, and island-style bull-running fill days of celebration, in a high point of the Azorean summer.
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The story behind it
Sanjoaninas celebrate Angra do Heroísmo’s patron saint, Saint John. The festivities mix religious ceremonies, traditional Azorean folk dances (marchas populares), music concerts and local food with bullfights. The bullfight dates back centuries and reflects Portugal’s unique tauromaquia: breezing the bull by cavaleiros and securing it by forcados, without public killing. It underscores a deep cultural identity in Terceira, re...
Key moments to know
Day 3Jun 21
Day 3Jun 21~18:30Expected
Corrida de Toiros à Portuguesa (Arena)
Stands fill with locals to watch skilled riding and forcado pegas (bull grabs); atmosphere is festive yet respectful, highlighting Azorean bullfighting heritage
Day 5Jun 232 moments
Day 5Jun 23Approximate
Night of St. John
Visitors witness street parades (marchas populares), folk groups, and a huge midnight fireworks show over the bay.
Day 5Jun 23~21:00Expected
Marchas Populares
Visitors can join the street party in traditional costume watching colorful folk dances and music
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Festive attire, some locals wear traditional costumes
Read the local rhythm
Respectful attire for church (no shorts/shirts),
Keep the visit respectful
Learn basic Portuguese greetings
Photo with care
Spectators should remain seated during bullfight, applaud cavaleiros and forcados, refrain from approaching the...
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Jun 19 - 28, 2026
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City / Area
Angra do Heroísmo
Terceira Island
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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