Monte Festival (Festa do Monte) – Funchal

Monte Festival is one of the largest religious festivals on the island. Nossa Senhora do Monte Church, located in the hills of Monte, is beautifully decorated with flowers in honour of Our Lady of the Monte, the patron saint of Funchal city. Pilgrims take part in a procession to the church, with the streets covered in flowers. The celebrations unfold in two stages: the Novenas run from 5 to 13 August, followed by the Main Celebrations on 14–15 August. This picturesque place comes alive with entertainment and festivities, including music, dancing and stalls serving local food and drinks.