# Óbidos Vila Natal

> Óbidos Vila Natal, 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027: the Christmas village inside the castle walls of Óbidos, Portugal, with Santa's House, an ice rink, shows and activities for the whole family.

Official website of Óbidos Vila Natal, a Christmas event for families in the medieval town of Óbidos, Portugal. The site is in Portuguese (the default, without a language prefix), English (/en) and Spanish (/es).

## Key facts

- Dates: 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027
- Place: Cerca do Castelo de Óbidos (inside the castle walls), Óbidos, Leiria district, Portugal (39.3624, -9.1572)
- Organiser: Óbidos Criativa, E.M., the municipal company of Óbidos
- Tickets: online at https://obidos.bol.pt/, and at the ticket offices on site. Prices: [opening hours and prices](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/hours-and-prices)
- Opening hours:
  - Monday to Thursday: 30 Nov to 17 Dec 10h00 - 18h00; 21 to 30 Dec 10h00 - 20h00
  - Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 27 Nov to 3 Jan 10h00 - 21h00
  - 24 and 31 December: 24 and 31 Dec 10h00 - 17h00
  - Closed: 25 Dec | 1 Jan
- Óbidos Criativa E.M.: Tel: [ 262 955 561](tel:+351262955561); (call to a national landline); **Weekdays:** 10:00 to 18:00; **Weekends and holidays:** 10:00 to 18:00; **Closed:** 25 December | 1 January; Email: [apoio.cliente@cm-obidos.pt](mailto:apoio.cliente@cm-obidos.pt)
- Tourist Office: Tel: [262 959 231](tel:+351262959231); (call to a national landline); **Weekdays:** 9:30 to 19:00; **Weekends and holidays:** 9:30 to 19:00; **Closed:** 25 December | 1 January
- Groups: [reservas.grupos@cm-obidos.pt](mailto:reservas.grupos@cm-obidos.pt); [reservas.escolas@cm-obidos.pt](mailto:reservas.escolas@cm-obidos.pt)

## Pages

- [Home](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en): dates, activities and useful links. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es).
- [About the event](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/about): the story and this year's theme. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/sobre) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es/sobre).
- [Shows and programme](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/shows): the season's shows, the daily programme and the groups. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/espetaculos) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es/espectaculos).
- [Opening hours and prices](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/hours-and-prices): opening days and hours, ticket offices and all ticket prices. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/horarios-e-precos) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es/horarios-y-precios).
- [Information and FAQ](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/information): practical information and frequently asked questions. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/informacoes) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es/informacion).
- [Gallery](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/gallery): photos from past editions. Also in [Portuguese](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/galeria) and [Spanish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/es/galeria).

## Activities

- [Santa's House](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/casa-do-pai-natal): At Santa's house, you can have a special meeting with Santa Claus, talk to him, share your wishes and live moments you'll remember forever.
- [Frozen Sea](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/mar-gelado): The puppets never stop!
- [Pinocchio's Dive](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/mergulho-do-pinocchio): If you're brave enough to take on the adventure of jumping off a real ice rock, this mission is for you!
- [Liar Hunt](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/caca-mentiras): Can you pass the most important test before meeting Santa Claus?
- [The Great Fish](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/o-grande-peixe): It was inside the Great Fish that Pinocchio lived one of the most extraordinary adventures of his story.
- [Geppetto's Neighbourhood](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/bairro-do-geppetto): Among little houses, shops and charming corners, there's a quarter where every street corner holds a new discovery.
- [The Master's Workshop](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/oficina-do-mestre): Every story begins with a piece of wood!
- [Lame Fox and the Blind Cat's Lair ](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/a-toca-da-raposa-manca-e-do-gato-cego): The Lame Fox and the Blind Cat know enchanting tales, age-old adventures and characters who have lived for generations in the imagination of everyone who hears them.
- [Land of Fun](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/terra-das-diversoes): In the Land of Fun, the fun never stops!
- [Mini Ferris Wheel](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/mini-roda-gigante): Climb aboard, take a spin and see the magic of Óbidos Vila Natal from up high!
- [Puppet Workshop](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/atelier-das-marionetas): What if you could bring your own character to life?
- [Train Station](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/estacao-do-comboio): This is no ordinary journey…
- [Fairy Kingdom](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/reino-da-fada): Step into the Fairy Kingdom and get ready for a real adventure!
- [Santo Aleixo Puppet Exhibition](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/mostra-de-bonecos-de-santo-aleixo): See how, through wood and imagination, the Santo Aleixo Puppets keep coming to life!
- [Colourful Mischief](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/traquinices-as-cores): In this studio, the magic of Christmas is painted on your face!
- [Post Office](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/posto-de-correios): Some letters just can't wait!
- [Official Shop](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/loja-oficial): Take a little of the magic of Óbidos Vila Natal home with you!
- [Christmas Market](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/mercado-de-natal): Wander through the town and discover charming stalls full of unique gifts and special presents to surprise the people you love most.
- [Parisian Carousel](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/carrossel-parisiense): In this corner, fantasy goes round and round.
- [Entertainment](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/animacao): There's so much to discover in this world of stories!
- [Shows](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/activities/espetaculos): Ready to step into a world where stories come to life?

## Performing groups

- [The Fifth Wheel](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/the-fifth-wheel): Get ready to step into a world where puppets come to life! Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Partículas Elementares](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/particulas-elementares): Some stories make us laugh, dream and discover new things! Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Boca de Cão](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/boca-de-cao): Magic happens on the street too! Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Grito do Vento Cultural Association and Lá Bayka](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/grito-do-vento-associacao-cultural-e-la-bayka): When art meets imagination, anything can happen! Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Anymamundy](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/anymamundy): What if the world around you turned into a stage? Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Puppeteer: Rui Sousa](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/marionetista-rui-sousa): Rui Sousa has a passion for the world of puppets: since 2000, he has been bringing to life characters and stories that delight young and old! Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Três Irmãos](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/tres-irmaos): Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [S.A. Marionetas](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/s-a-marionetas): Did you know a simple puppet can bring a great story to life? Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.
- [Icarus et Lumen](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/group/icarus-et-lumen): Icarus et Lumen creates shows and artistic experiences that combine creativity, movement and visual impact. Its page lists its shows with dates, times and venues.

## Optional

- [Full details](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/llms-full.txt): about the event, all prices, every activity, the FAQ and how to get there
- [Privacy policy](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/privacy-policy)
- [Terms and conditions](https://obidosvilanatal.pt/en/terms-and-conditions)