Dia de Todos-os-Santos 2027 Countdown

In 2027, Dia de Todos-os-Santos, known in English as All Saints Day, is observed in Portugal on Monday, 1 November 2027. The traditional date and the observed date are the same, so there is no separate "observed" holiday on another day.

Because All Saints Day 2027 falls on a Monday, many people in Portugal may experience it as part of a long weekend. That timing can influence travel plans, family gatherings and how busy roads and transport services may be on the preceding Friday and Sunday.

Dia de Todos-os-Santos is a long-standing Christian feast in Portugal dedicated to all saints, both known and unknown, with deep roots in Catholic tradition. Over centuries, it has become a day when families reflect on loved ones who have died and on the spiritual community they believe connects the living and the dead.

In practice, the meaning of All Saints Day in Portugal extends well beyond church liturgy. Many people associate 1 November with visiting cemeteries, tending graves and placing flowers, which subtly blends the religious focus on saints with personal remembrance of family members. The local name, Dia de Todos-os-Santos, reflects how closely the day is woven into Portuguese spiritual and family life.

All Saints Day (Dia de Todos-os-Santos) is a national public holiday in Portugal, so many government offices and public services typically close on 1 November 2027. Most schools are not in regular session, and many office workers have the day off or follow reduced schedules.

Shops and services, however, do not all follow the same pattern. Larger shopping centres, supermarkets and some restaurants often open with Sunday-style or shortened hours, while small local businesses may choose to close for the entire day so staff can observe the holiday. Public transport generally continues to run, although frequencies may follow a Sunday or holiday timetable, so checking local schedules ahead of All Saints Day 2027 is sensible.

Many families in Portugal mark Dia de Todos-os-Santos by visiting cemeteries to clean and decorate graves with flowers, particularly chrysanthemums. Lighting candles, spending quiet time at family plots and saying prayers are common ways of connecting the religious meaning of All Saints Day with personal remembrance.

Religious observance often includes attending Mass dedicated to Dia de Todos-os-Santos, especially in predominantly Catholic communities. Beyond church and cemetery visits, people may share a special meal at home, and in some regions children still take part in the tradition known as "Pão-por-Deus", going from door to door to receive small treats or bread, reflecting older customs linked to charity and community on this date.

With All Saints Day 2027 falling on a Monday, many residents may treat the period as a long weekend, which can affect traffic, accommodation and family plans. If you need to deal with public offices, banks or schools, it is wise to arrange appointments for earlier in the preceding week, as services often slow down or close completely on the holiday itself.

For travel, roads to and from major cities and to cemetery areas may be busier than usual on both Sunday 31 October and Monday 1 November, as people visit family and gravesites. Trains and buses generally continue operations but may run on altered timetables, so checking schedules and booking longer-distance travel in advance can help avoid disruption. Visitors who want a quieter experience might plan sightseeing for the days just before or after the holiday, when more shops and cultural venues are likely to follow normal hours.