ÓBIDOS VILA NATAL is great fun for children and families

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It was the first country theme park alluding to Christmas, promoted by the Municipality of Óbidos and a well-known bank in December 2006. I visited one of the subsequent editions and the success of the initiative was clear. Lots of families and children having fun, thrilled local merchants serving us the famous ginjinha de Óbidos in a chocolate cup! I never went back but Óbidos Natal went on.

For this 2022 edition, the theme chosen was "Glow". The event will run from November 30th to December 31st. There are several attractions for the whole family combined with music and street lighting. Óbidos acquired its own low-intensity LED lighting a few years ago, made up of adaptable modules, allowing for different light designs, depending on needs. It's also an example of sustainability that should inspire many more cities.

These are the activities that can be experienced at ÓBIDOS VILA NATAL

• Santa's Chalet ◦ Santa Claus and his elves will be in the magical chalet to listen to and keep your wishes.

• Recyclometer ◦ The boundless imagination of childhood is challenged to transform materials that would otherwise be wasted into Christmas treats that will decorate your family's Christmas tree.

• Circus Stage – Shows ◦ Love the sparkle in your little ones' eyes? Here, enchanted stories promise smiles and exchanges of glances that are impossible to forget.

• Apeadeiro das Guloseimas – Candy Workshop and Horta das Guloseimas ◦ The perfect recipe to make your children's eyes sparkle, smiles smeared, and sweeten Christmas for the whole family.

• Trampolines (≥3|≤12) ◦ Where the Christmas joy of the little ones rises between jumps and more jumps. Ready to let them fly?

• Ice Ramp ◦ A fast-paced Christmas adventure, designed for the most courageous and fearless, from young to adults. Who do you think will be better prepared?

• Magic Farm◦ From enchanted fables, between caresses and secret languages, farm animals are ready to fascinate your children.

• Tree climbing ◦ At a distance of a pinch of courage, the funniest view of all of Vila Natal, for your little ones, always safe.

• Face painting (≤12) ◦ Face painted, your children will magically step into the shoes of their favorite characters and into the glow of the enchanted world of Christmas.

• Village of the Portuguese Crib ◦ A village full of traditions, with all the elements of the Portuguese nativity scene eager to welcome and play with your whole family, from the youngest to the oldest.

• Animation ◦ In every corner, the main characters of Christmas await, always with stories and games to get your whole family into the spirit of this season.

• Train (max. 20 pax.) ◦ In the enchanted lands of Óbidos, the little ones can be drivers or passengers, on a fun trip on the Christmas train. Ready to help the little ones get on board?

• Post Office ◦ Santa Claus is already very busy preparing everything for Christmas Eve and nobody can forget to send a postcard. It's time to gather the children and write to Santa Claus!

• Food Court ◦ Between games, shows, and races, the whole family needs to recharge their batteries and keep their bellies full. Delicious!

• Christmas games ◦ Christmas is a time for games and togetherness! Gather all the little friends for fun, but without cheating, because Santa Claus is very attentive and nobody wants to run out of presents.

Plus an ice rink and a merry-go-round!