Viana do Castelo (the most northern Atlantic city in Portugal) is a beautiful and peaceful city, where there is the river Lima, the Atlantic Ocean, and a hill with breathtaking views. Until 2025, 67 nations have participated in this Festival. Besides the night performances in one of the most beautiful squares in Portugal, the Festival also includes cultural visits and sightseeing, teaching traditional dances, street parades, performances for the elderly, and a final party for all participants.