Festival of Traditions returns to São Bartolomeu de Messines

The town of São Bartolomeu de Messines hosts the second edition of the Festa das Tradições (Feast of Traditions), between the 17th and […]

The town of São Bartolomeu de Messines will host the second edition of the Festa das Tradições (Feast of Traditions), between the 17th and 18th of September, in an initiative organized by the Parish Council of São Bartolomeu de Messines, local associations and institutions, artisans and regional producers and with the support from the Municipality of Silves.

This event, which takes place in the Municipal Garden, on the 17th, from 10 am to midnight, and on the 24th, from 18 am to 10 pm, “intends to energize and revitalize local and regional traditions, bringing together handicrafts, gastronomy, regional products , sweets and culture”, explained the Chamber of Silves in a press release.

An exhibition of old toys, a parade and an exhibition of classic vehicles, the procession and recreation of the legend of the origin of the parish headquarters, are some of the events of the program, which, associated with musical moments – which include a harp concert, the performances of the Grupo Cante Andarilho, the Band “Almendroim” and the Grupo de Cantares da Casa do Povo and one with the Rancho Folclórico de Messines - are some of the highlights of the Festa das Tradições (Traditions Festival).

For more information about the second edition of the Festa das Tradições, interested parties should contact the Parish Council of São Bartolomeu de Messines, through 282339136 or the email address [email protected].

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