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Albufeira is one of the most popular resorts in the Algarve, and if you are planning a holiday here in the summer it is a good idea to find out about some of the main events at that time so you can enjoy some of them yourself. Even before arranging your Faro Airport to Albufeira transfers, do some research on what's on; we've done a little digging to start you off. Balloons Meeting If you want to see something really special, the Balloons Meeting takes place in mid-June; it is a truly picturesque sight, well worth seeing. Head to Fisherman’s Beach and watch in awe as a mass of colourful hot-air balloons take off and glide over the resort. Barbecued Chicken Festival The name says it all with this festival! If you're arranging Faro Airport to Albufeira transfers in July it could be one to check out if you like your food! Called the ‘Festa do Frango no Churrasco’ locally, this festival involves three days of festivities dedicated to barbecued chicken. Enough said! Artisans Fair The ‘Feira de Artesanato de Albufeira’ is a nine-day festival held in July each year. It is the perfect time and place to explore the wonderful range of traditional arts and crafts produced in the Algarve. You will find interesting displays, live music performances and, of course, you will be able to pick up some excellent souvenirs. Festival of Our Lady of the Oracle One of the most important events in the calendar year is the ‘Festa da Nossa Senhora da Orada’. If you are arranging Faro Airport to Albufeira transfers in August then you'll be able to take part in this yourself. Our Lady of the Oracle is the patron saint of the fishermen of the town; the celebrations include a mass at the Igreja Matriz, which is then followed up by a procession to Fisherman’s Beach. There are festivities throughout the day and an exciting firework display at night, making it a great event for locals and tourists. Festival of the Beatified Vicente If you are visiting towards the end of summer, this festival – locally called the ‘Festa do Beato Vicente’ - takes place at the beginning of September. It celebrates Vicente de Santo António, a 16th-century saint, whose statue is found in the town. The celebrations include a mass and a procession through the town. Enjoy the Events in Albufeira These are just some of the excellent events that are held throughout the summer months in Albufeira. If you busy arranging your Faro Airport to Albufeira transfers keep some of these in mind, as you may even want to plan your trip around them to make your time in the resort even more interesting. Lukas Johannes is a driver for Shuttle Direct. If you’re looking for Faro Airport to Albufeira transfers, Shuttle Direct provide pre-booked shuttles to major destinations all over Europe. Wherever you travel, Shuttle Direct can make sure that you don’t miss your car on your holiday abroad.
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