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Óbidos Vila Natal runs from 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 (the 2025 edition ran 28 November to 4 January). The village turns into a Christmas fair with lights, rides and stalls.
Adult tickets cost about €10 in 2025, with children aged 3–11 about €8 and under-3s free. The 2026 prices have not been published yet.
2026/27 Dates and Prices
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Dates: 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Last confirmed prices (2025): about €10 for adults, about €8 for children aged 3–11, children under 3 free, and family tickets from about €32 to €45.
Choose a Session Before Transport
Daylight visits simplify cobbles and families; evenings show off the lights but need warmer layers and a planned journey home. The last weekday bus back to Lisbon leaves around 21:45. Allow extra time at the entrance on weekends and school holidays.
What a Ticket May Not Include
Paid entry covers the main event area, while food, souvenirs and some activities cost extra. Bring a card and some cash for smaller stalls.
Families and Accessibility
The medieval surface includes slopes, uneven cobbles and bottlenecks that are hard going for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Pack warm waterproof layers and plan breaks rather than trying to see every attraction.
Getting There, Parking and Accommodation
The Rodoviária do Oeste Rápida Verde bus from Lisbon takes about an hour (around €9–10 one way) and stops about 100 m from the historic centre. The Lisbon train is suspended in 2026, so drivers and bus travelers are your options; by car it is about 80 km on the A8 (exit 15). Expect temporary traffic controls and strong weekend demand, and follow the signs to the car parks outside the walls. See the parking guide and where-to-stay guide. Overnight guests pay a tourist tax of €1 per person aged 13+ per night, for up to 5 nights.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Óbidos Vila Natal 2026?
It runs from 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
How much does Vila Natal cost?
About €10 for adults and €8 for children aged 3–11 in 2025; 2026 prices have not been published.
Is the event suitable for pushchairs?
Cobbles, slopes and crowds make it difficult, especially on weekends.
Should I stay overnight?
An overnight stay lets you see the village after day visitors leave and avoids the last-bus rush; book early for weekends.