As the holiday season approaches, Lisbon is gearing up for a festive musical celebration. From December 5th to 19th, the city will host seven free concerts in unique venues, including historic churches and monuments, as part of the Festas de Natal de Lisboa program.
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The magic of Christmas is gradually spreading across the city, with events and markets popping up everywhere. For music lovers, the highlight is undoubtedly the Festas de Natal de Lisboa, organized by the Empresa de Gestão de Equipamentos e Animação Cultural (EGEAC) of the municipality. This initiative brings a vibrant Christmas cycle with performances in stunning locations, from historic churches to monuments.
The program features a diverse range of genres, including baroque music, gospel, fado, and cinema, all with free admission. So, check out the official calendar and mark your dates to not miss a beat. Ready to dive in?
Concertos das Festas de Natal de Lisboa
Photo: Saint Dominic’s Gospel Choir / DR
According to the official EGEAC announcement, here is the musical program for the Festas de Natal de Lisboa:
- December 5 – Concerto Campestre, at Igreja de São Vicente de Fora, 9 PM
- December 7 – Sete Lágrimas, at Igreja de Santa Isabel, 5 PM
- December 8 – "O Boneco de Neve", cinema and music, at Cinema de São Jorge, 4:30 PM
- December 12 – Altos do Bairro e Coro Alto, at Igreja Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes, 9 PM
- December 13 – Lisboa Fado, Terra Natal, at Capitólio, 9 PM
- December 14 – Coro de Câmara do Instituto Gregoriano de Lisboa, at Igreja do Seminário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Luz, 5 PM
- December 19 – Saint Dominic’s Gospel Choir, at Panteão Nacional, 9 PM
Don't miss out on this enchanting series of events that celebrate the spirit of Christmas through music in Lisbon's most iconic settings.
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