{"id":4869,"date":"2026-11-05T17:21:53","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T17:21:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.forumviseu.net\/events\/um-natal-feito-de-encontros\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T12:35:28","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T12:35:28","slug":"um-natal-feito-de-encontros","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/www.forumviseu.net\/en\/events\/um-natal-feito-de-encontros\/","title":{"rendered":"A CHRISTMAS MADE UP OF ENC( )UNTERS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From 14 November, Forum Viseu will be transformed into a true Christmas wonderland, welcoming the most magical time of the year. Lights, colours, decorations and plenty of special moments will fill the Centre with sparkle and joy, creating the perfect atmosphere for experiencing the magic of Christmas with the family.<\/p>\n<p>This year, we have put together a programme packed with surprises, fun and activities<\/p>\n<p><strong>PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 Santa\u2019s arrival \u2013 14 November, at 11.00 am<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The big moment that marks the start of the festive season is just around the corner! This year, Father Christmas is coming to Forum Viseu accompanied by a very special guest: Bluey!<\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Bluey show \u2013 11.00 am and 3.00 pm<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The party begins at 11.00 am with a special Bluey show, put together to celebrate Christmas, which will welcome Father Christmas and mark the official launch of the campaign.<\/p>\n<p>At 3.00 pm, Bluey returns for a second show, packed with music, dancing and fun. At the end, the little ones will also have the chance to have their photo taken with the character during a special Meet &amp; Greet session.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 Father Christmas\u2019s House \u2013 1st floor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Father Christmas\u2019s House, the little ones can meet Father Christmas and his helper, tell him what they\u2019d like for Christmas, and receive Gui\u2019s Book.<\/p>\n<p>At the weekends, the usual photo session with Father Christmas will also be available. A special keepsake to cherish from this Christmas!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 Christmas Market and Play Centre \u2013 1st Floor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Christmas Tent will host a programme packed with entertainment, featuring magic shows, theatre performances and storytelling sessions, for moments of pure fun and fantasy.<\/p>\n<p>Next door, the Ludoteca invites the little ones to explore a world of activities, including reading, games, creative workshops and interactive digital experiences. Highlights include the Christmas Batak and the Orquestra dos Guizos, with activities designed to stimulate creativity and ensure plenty of fun.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 Christmas Carousel \u2013 Level 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The magic of Christmas can also be experienced on board the Carousel! Set up next to Father Christmas\u2019s House and the Christmas Tent, it will be one of this Christmas\u2019s main attractions, offering moments of fun and special experiences for the little ones.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 \u2018Estrela Solid\u00e1ria\u2019 Charity Campaign<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This Christmas, the magic also turns into solidarity!<\/p>\n<p>A vending machine selling personalised stars will be available in the Ludoteca, at \u20ac2 each, featuring various messages and phrases, which can be purchased by visitors to Forum Viseu.<\/p>\n<p>All proceeds from the sale of the stars will go to a charity. A small star can make a big difference!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 40px 0 24px;\">SANTA\u2019S HOUSE OPENING TIMES AND CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES<\/h2>\n<h3>November<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 32px; font-weight: 400;\">Weekends: 11.00 am\u20131.00 pm \/ 2.00 pm\u20137.00 pm<\/p>\n<h3>December<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 16px; font-weight: bold;\">1 to 11 December<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; font-weight: 400;\">Monday to Friday: 2.00 pm\u20137.00 pm<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; font-weight: 400;\">Weekends and public holidays: 11.00am\u20131.00pm \/ 2.00pm\u20137.00pm<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; font-weight: 400;\"><strong>From 12 to 23 December<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; font-weight: 400;\">11.00 am\u20131.00 pm \/ 2.00 pm\u20137.00 pm<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 16px; font-weight: bold;\">24 December<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 400;\">11.00 am\u20131.00 pm \/ 2.00 pm\u20135.00 pm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4861,"template":"","class_list":["post-4869","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>A CHRISTMAS MADE UP OF ENC( )UNTERS - Forum Viseu<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forumviseu.net\/en\/events\/um-natal-feito-de-encontros\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"A CHRISTMAS MADE UP OF ENC( )UNTERS - Forum Viseu\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"From 14 November, Forum Viseu will be transformed into a true Christmas wonderland, welcoming the most magical time of the year. 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