Category Archives: Uncategorized

Surf & Celebrate: Your Ultimate Adventure with Sao Joao in Porto and Surf!

Portugal is known by many for epic waves and legendary festivals. This June, you can combine both. Celebrate Sao Joao in Porto and surf. Join us at Oporto Surf Camp, just a short ride from the heart of Porto, and get ready to surf by day and celebrate São João Porto 2025 by night!

What is São João celebration in Porto?

São João is one of the biggest and most vibrant festivals in Europe. Every June 23rd, the city of Porto transforms into a giant party filled with fireworks, music, food, and dancing in the streets. Locals and tourists alike swing plastic hammers, release glowing lanterns into the night sky, and grill sardines until dawn.

With roots stretching back over 600 years, the festival began as a midsummer celebration before becoming linked to Saint John the Baptist. The atmosphere is special: bonfires, music, and the scent of grilled sardines drifts through the city. As night falls, lanterns are released into the sky. Then, at midnight, a big fireworks display lights up the Douro River, drawing huge crowds to the waterfront for a spectacular finale. During the whole celebration participants give each other friendly head taps with plastic hammers, a symbol of luck and affection. This is one of the most known traditions.

Whether you’re dancing through Porto’s narrow streets, sharing a sardine sandwich with friends, or simply watching the lanterns overhead, São João is a celebration you’ll never forget.

Why Combine Surfing and São João?

At Oporto Surf Camp, we believe in the perfect balance of adventure and culture. During São João, Porto’s energy is electric and combining the celebration with some great surfing is the best way to do it (in our opinion). Here’s how you could celebrate São João 2025 on during a surf holiday:

• Morning surf sessions with our grat instructors at our surfcamp near Porto
• Afternoon beach relaxation/lunch with fresh local food and good vibes
• Evening festivities in downtown Porto— live music, fireworks, sardines and sangria
• Late-night return to the surf camp under the stars

Your Home Base: Oporto Surf Camp

Our surfcamp is located just 25 minutes from Porto, giving you easy access to the festival without the chaos of city accommodation. You’ll be surrounded by uncrowded beaches, great surf conditions, and a community of fellow surfers.

Past guests have taken ubers to and from the city during the festival + the trains also run.

Best of Both Worlds: Surf & City

Why choose between surf and culture when you can have both?

• Stay at a cozy surfcamp in Portugal
• Enjoy surfing at some of the best beaches in Northern Portugal
• Dive into the fun, colorful chaos of São João in Porto

Oporto Surf Camp makes it easy to plan your dream summer getaway.

Book Your São João Surf Trip Now!

Spaces during São João Porto 2025 fill up fast, especially at surf-friendly accommodations near the city. Book early to secure your spot and ride the waves and party like a local.

Click here! and get ready for an unforgettable surf holiday in Portugal!

Keywords: Sao Joao Porto 2025, surf Portugal, surfcamp, surf Oporto
Tags: Surf Portugal, São João Festival, Porto Events 2025, Surf Trip Portugal, Summer Festivals Europe