The Fátima Pilgrimage is a world-renowned spiritual event in Portugal commemorating the 1917 claimed appearances of the Virgin Mary. The main highlights include the stunning Candlelight Procession, which transforms the sanctuary into a sea of light at night. It also features unique traditions like the “Adeus” Farewell ceremony and the sight of pilgrims crossing the vast plaza on their knees.

The Lisbon Iberian Mask Festival is an annual cultural event that brings ancestral pagan rituals from rural Portugal and Spain to the capital. Its primary focus is the large-scale parade featuring hundreds of masked characters known as caretos, who perform ancient rituals in colorful wool outfits. The event also includes a dedicated showcase for regional food and handmade crafts from the Iberian Peninsula.