Public holiday in Portugal
All Saints' Day in Portugal
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
All Saints' Day is a nationwide public holiday in Portugal on 1 November. It is connected with the Catholic remembrance of saints and the dead, and it is widely recognized as a day of religious observance and family visits to cemeteries.
About All Saints' Day in Portugal
In Portugal, All Saints' Day is a national public holiday observed across the country on 1 November. Its practical significance is tied to Catholic tradition: many people use the day to attend Mass, remember deceased relatives, and visit cemeteries. It is also close to All Souls' Day on 2 November, which reinforces the period as one of remembrance in the Portuguese calendar.
History
All Saints' Day comes from the Catholic feast honoring all saints, known and unknown, and its observance in Portugal follows the long-standing religious calendar shared by Catholic countries. In modern Portugal it remains part of the country’s official holiday calendar as a nationwide public holiday.
Traditions
A common custom is to bring flowers, especially chrysanthemums, to graves and family tombs. Cemetery visits are often the most visible tradition, alongside attending church services and lighting candles in remembrance of the dead.
How All Saints' Day is celebrated in Portugal
The day is generally marked in a quiet, reflective way rather than with public festivities. People who observe it may visit cemeteries, spend time with family, and attend religious services, while many local communities see increased activity around burial grounds.
Interesting facts
In Portugal, All Saints' Day is one of the autumn holidays that falls just before the Day of the Dead observance on 2 November. Because it is a nationwide public holiday, it is part of the country’s fixed annual holiday calendar rather than a regional observance.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Nov 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.