The National Blueberry Fair is the event of excellence held in the municipality of Sever do Vouga, which has been a registered "Blueberry Capital" since 2011.
It usually takes place at the end of June and attracts thousands of visitors to the municipality of Sever do Vouga.
The small fruit plays a key role in the region's tourism development and in the local economy. There are around a hundred small producers and around 200 tonnes are produced each year.
The National Blueberry Fair features various entertainment activities, music, showcooking, an exhibition, sports tournaments and blueberry picking in the small fruit experimental field.
The event allows producers to sell their fruit and derivatives and is also positive for all the region's tourism agents.
