
Império do Espírito Santo de São Bento
The Império do Espírito Santo de São Bento, located in the parish of São Bento, Angra do Heroísmo, was built in 1886. The festival takes place on the second Sunday of July and includes the “ceia dos criadores”, blessing and distribution of meat, daily recitation of the rosary, performances by folk and musical groups, calf fights, the Pezinho, and singing. On Sunday, there is a coronation procession, festive mass, and distribution of sweet bread (massa sovada). On Monday, there is an offering procession and the Bodo de Leite, followed by music. The festivities end on Wednesday with a rope bullfight. The festival is known for its vibrant fair and the blend of religious and cultural community activities.
Informação de Contacto
Veja também
Angra do Heroísmo, São Pedro
Praia da Vitória, Cabo da Praia
Angra do Heroísmo, Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Angra do Heroísmo, São Bartolomeu de Regatos
Angra do Heroísmo, Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Angra do Heroísmo, Sé
