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Went for a Walk - Found a Party!

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I had been in most of the week, waiting for a phone call (and if they called, I needed to be near the computer).   Woke up Sunday, and for the first time since I have been here (one month), it was overcast and cooler.   YAY, time for a walk then.  A couple days it got up to 90 around here, which was pretty darned warm with the humidity.

So, thought I knew some streets I had not walked down, so went exploring.   As I approached the Promenade and the ocean, I could hear music.   There was a pretty large gathering further down the beach, so off I went to see what was happening!

Still not sure why or what it was, but there was live music, people dressed up in costumes and sure seemed like a party!   The music was good, so I stayed for a while and enjoyed it.   There had to be 2,000 people enjoying the music!

You just never know what you will find!

 

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Joan... so did you ever figure out what the event was all about? Or is this normal Sunday morning fun? :)

Jun 15, 2026 06:53 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Being open to exploring suits you well and delivers unexpected results. 

Jun 15, 2026 08:40 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Carol, definitely fun on the beach!

Jun 15, 2026 09:01 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Wayne Martin definitely was NOT expecting that, but heard there will be MANY parties around Quarteira in July for the tourists.  Will look forward to that.

Jun 15, 2026 09:03 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty I did Google while I was there, and NOTHING showed up.   I asked someone, and they said it was tradition, and she mentioned about the many parties in July.

Jun 15, 2026 09:04 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

So nice to find a "pop-up" party with live music, dancers and costumes, can't beat that.

Jun 15, 2026 09:04 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Dr. Paula McDonald there were not refreshments, but many restaurants right there on the beach.  I did stop and get a margarita, as I haven't seen any since I have been here.   Probably won't do that again, it was pretty bad.

Jun 15, 2026 09:06 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 absolutely true, and so fun to stumble onto free live music.   Can't beat that on a Sunday afternoon.

Jun 15, 2026 09:07 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Nina Hollander, Broker I never did hear what it was, other than the girl next to me said it was "tradition", with costumes and all.   I Googled, nothing came up.  Maybe my new friend Julia can answer, will see her again tomorro.   Guess a party on the beach on a Sunday is normal.  I can deal with that!

Jun 15, 2026 09:08 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Leanne Smith it sure is fun to find something you definitely weren't expecting.  Will NEVER stay home on Sunday now, have to roam the streets!  Still don't have a car, all on foot.

Jun 15, 2026 09:09 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Joan- I love how you're immersing yourself in your new home!!!  What a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon. 

Jun 15, 2026 11:01 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Kathy, was SO surprised to see this party happening on the beach!  SO much fun.

Jun 15, 2026 12:45 PM
Jeff&Grace Safrin
F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate - Valparaiso, IN
SpousesSellingHousesTM

Glad to see you are settled in Portugal and enjoying retirement Joan - can't wait to read more of your adventures! My daughter spent several weeks hiking different places there last year and said there were lots of American explats living there! Their wine is wonderful :)

God's Blessings to you!

Sincerely,

Grace

 

Jun 15, 2026 04:00 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Jeff&Grace Safrin this was my 3rd trip to Portugal, and just keeps getting better and better.  YES, the wine is really good and so reasonably priced.

Jun 16, 2026 01:40 AM
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Keep walking, keep explore, never stop learning from experiences Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner! Good for you!

Jun 16, 2026 02:43 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573 that is the fun part of moving here, always something to see and explore.

Jun 16, 2026 03:39 AM
Gloria Todor
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Joan, What a fun day for you!

Jun 17, 2026 12:08 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Gloria, it was such a surprise, and so much fun!

Jun 18, 2026 02:35 AM
Adam Feinberg
Howard Hanna Elegran - Manhattan, NY
NYC Condo, Co-op, and Townhouse Advisor

That's what I love about city living...the unanticipated surprises that you can stumble into- a street party, free concerts, movie being shot on the street, bumping into friends or celebrities. I can't speak for every city- but there is an energy found here- and sometimes the mundane all changes in an instant. 

Jun 24, 2026 01:44 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Adam Feinberg I bet walking around NYC is lots more exciting, more people!   I love it here, and need to get out again today, maybe the party is there again today.

Jun 28, 2026 01:55 AM