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Event

Óbidos International Chocolate Festival 2027

Óbidos' famed Festival Internacional de Chocolate fills the medieval town each spring with chocolate sculptures, chef demonstrations, tastings and workshops inside the castle walls.

Photo by Burçin Ergünt on Unsplash

At a glance

Dates
Early-to-mid March; 2026 ran Mar 6–22, 2027 dates not yet announced — estimated
Where
Óbidos historic centre
Price
Ticketed entry

What to expect

  • Elaborate chocolate sculptures and themed installations
  • Chef demonstrations, tastings and hands-on workshops
  • Set within Óbidos' walled medieval streets
Panoramic view of Lisbon with red tiled roofs along the coast
Óbidos — the Lisbon backdrop around this event.Photo: Sergei Gussev / Unsplash

Planning tips

  • Go on a weekday to dodge the worst chocolate-festival crowds
  • Óbidos is ~1 h from Lisbon — combine with the castle walk
  • Confirm the 2027 dates before planning; they shift slightly each year
Street with tram tracks and colorful buildings at dusk in Lisbon
Lisbon to explore around the event.Photo: Sergei Gussev / Unsplash

Build a day around it

  • 2–3 hours: arrive early, event, short neighborhood loop.
  • Full day: one walk/attraction + event + calm dinner.
  • Rainy backup: keep one indoor stop in mind.
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Before you go

  • Confirm details — check the official link for last-minute changes.
  • Arrive with buffer — 15–30 minutes early makes everything calmer.
  • Weather plan — one indoor warm stop in case the day turns.

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