Braga International Football Festival 2026

About The Tournament

A celebration of youth football bringing together young talents from across the globe

The Braga International Football Festival 2026 will be held between 29th March and 5th April.

Registration will officially open in December 2025.

Braga International Football Festival already has dates: the first edition of the tournament will be held from 29th March, 2026, to April 5th, 2026. As it happens every year on Easter week, the tournament will move according to the Easter date.

The format of the first edition will be: Sunday, March 29 will be the day of accreditation and age control for national and foreign teams, while some local teams will play their first games. The competition for national and foreign teams will begin on Monday, March 30, followed by the Opening Ceremony on the same evening.

Registration for the Braga International Football Festival 2026 will officially open December 1ST , 2025 at 10:00 am. Before that date, all the information will be updated on the tournament website and the prices of the different accommodations will be published.

Until then, we wish you all a happy summer!

Experience the thrill of international competition

Tournament Highlights

What makes our youth football festival special

International Competition

Compete against youth from all over the world in a professionally organized tournament with FIFA-certified referees and experience the thrill of global football.

Professional Coaching

Benefit from training sessions and workshops led by UEFA-licensed coaches from top Portuguese football academies, helping you develop your skills to the next level.

World-Class Facilities

Play in premium football facilities including professional stadiums and training grounds used by Portuguese league teams, giving you a taste of the pro experience.

Tournament Venues

World-class football facilities across Braga

Premium Football Facilities

The Braga International Football Festival takes place across multiple professional-grade venues in and around Braga.

All pitches are maintained to the highest standards, with natural grass and artificial turf options available depending on the venue. Teams will experience playing in the same facilities used by professional Portuguese teams.

FIFA-standard pitches with perfect playing surfaces

Professional changing facilities with all amenities

Spectator seating with excellent viewing angles

On-site medical facilities with trained staff

Tournament venues across Braga