Festas dos Santos Populares ★ 4.9
Santos Populares in Lisbon every June: charcoal sardines down every Alfama street, Marchas Populares parade on the night of 12 June, ginjinha at every corner.
Focus: Charcoal-grilled sardines, caldo verde, ginjinha
Food festivals in Lisbon worth planning a trip around, by month.
Festivals through the year
Peixe em Lisboa ★ 4.7
Peixe em Lisboa each April: ten days of Portuguese fish at Pavilhao Carlos Lopes, dozens of chefs cooking sardines, bacalhau and octopus, wine pairings.
Focus: Fish, seafood, chef demos, wine pairings
Vinhos a Descobrir Lisbon Wine Tasting ★ 4.4
Vinhos a Descobrir in Lisbon each May: a weekend wine tasting of over 300 Portuguese wines from boutique producers, tutored sessions through the day.
Focus: Portuguese wines, 300 plus from boutique producers
Wine Affair Lisboa ★ 4.3
Wine Affair Lisboa each May: an evening tasting in the Hyatt Regency courtyard on Rua da Junqueira, about 150 Portuguese wines presented by their producers, Tagus views.
Focus: Portuguese wines, around 150 bottles in free tasting
Lisbon Coffee Fest ★ 4.4
Lisbon Coffee Fest at LX Factory each March: Portugal's specialty coffee fair, roasters, brewers and barista competitions across three Alcantara days.
Focus: Specialty coffee, roasters, baristas
Food Festivals in Lisbon, FAQ
When is the best time to eat in Lisbon?
Peak food season in Lisbon is year-round.
What time do people eat in Lisbon?
Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.
How does tipping work in Lisbon?
service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.
What is the one dish to try in Lisbon?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Lisbon rewards trust.