Jorge Martín wins the Portuguese GP, Miguel Oliveira finishes in the top 10
Mar25

Jorge Martín wins the Portuguese GP, Miguel Oliveira finishes in the top 10

Portimão’s International Racetrack welcomed this year’s second stage of the MotoGP World Championship, which took place between Friday (March 22) and Sunday (March 24) – March 25, 2024 | Photo Lukasz Swiderek Organisers of the event reported an audience attendance of more than 200,000 for the Algarvian “roller coaster”. Jorge Martín (#89) started from the third position, quickly took the lead and did not let the competition have any...

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“Stories Brought by the River”: Results and findings of scientific research of the Arade River showcased in temporary exhibition at Portimão Museum  
Mar25

“Stories Brought by the River”: Results and findings of scientific research of the Arade River showcased in temporary exhibition at Portimão Museum  

Portimão Museum is hosting an exhibition with findings from research carried out over the last few decades, showing finding proofs that the region has been occupied since prehistoric times  – March 25, 2024 | Photos Portimão Museum The inauguration of the exhibition “Stories That the River Brings Us” aims to show the general public the result of scientific research carried out over the last few decades.  The research has brought...

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This summer’s Lota Cool Market dates have been announced, with artist registrations now open   
Mar22

This summer’s Lota Cool Market dates have been announced, with artist registrations now open   

Portimão’s Zona Ribeirinha will welcome Lota Cool Market between July 24-28 – March 22, 2024 | Photos Lota Cool Market This year’s event will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Portimão’s city status, taking place near the old fish market known as ‘Lota’ from 6pm to 1am, this year under the motto ‘eCOOLegacy’.  The organising association Teia D’Impulsos says the event will aim to show “where we (Portimão) have come from and where we...

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Lagoa’s Convento de S. José hosts contemporary art exhibition until April 27 featuring national and international artists
Mar22

Lagoa’s Convento de S. José hosts contemporary art exhibition until April 27 featuring national and international artists

Centro Cultural Convento de S. José hosts Art Exhibition Lagoa 2024 featuring works by Portuguese and Spanish artists – March 22, 2024 Photo Lagoa Municipality A celebration of artistic diversity, the Art Exhibition Lagoa features all forms of artistic expression, celebrating “the richness of human creativity” and offering “a showcase for emerging and established artists”. The exhibition aims to showcase “emerging artists,...

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Silves Municipality hosts Feira do Folar this March 29-31 in honour of traditional Easter cake
Mar21

Silves Municipality hosts Feira do Folar this March 29-31 in honour of traditional Easter cake

São Marcos da Serra celebrates the event’s 26th edition – March 21, 2024 In celebration of the coming Easter, São Marcos da Serra, in Silves Municipality, is hosting the Feira do Folar, a traditional celebration of the famous ‘folar’ cakes in all their shapes and flavours, scented with cinnamon and anise, decorated with whole eggs and made from dough leavened with baker’s yeast – a staple for this season..  The celebration brings...

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Rallye Casinos do Algarve is back this March 15 and 16, with service park stationed at Fatacil Lagoa
Mar15

Rallye Casinos do Algarve is back this March 15 and 16, with service park stationed at Fatacil Lagoa

The event passes through five Algarve municipalities: Lagoa, Lagos, Portimão, Silves, and Vila do Bispo – March 15, 2024 Photo: CAAL This year’s edition of Rallye Casinos do Algarve marks a significant milestone as the rally will be held in five Algarve municipalities, a feat not seen since 1996. Marking the second race of the 2024 Portugal Rally Championship, the headquarters will be once again at the Hotel Algarve Casino in Praia da...

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First Portuguese-only Michelin gala takes place this February in the Algarve
Feb23

First Portuguese-only Michelin gala takes place this February in the Algarve

The long-awaited night will feature Portugal’s most celebrated restaurants and chefs, including many from the Algarve – February 23, 2024 Photo Bruno Filipe Pires/Open Media Group The Michelin Guide galas have been held in Spanish cities since 2009, with the exception of 2018 when Lisbon hosted the event, and this year will mark the first time ever the event will take place in the Algarve. The Portuguese-only Michelin gala will...

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Michelin experience: Chef Hans Neuner hosts an exciting gastronomic collaboration with Catalan chefs from ‘Cocina Hermanos Torres’ this February
Feb23

Michelin experience: Chef Hans Neuner hosts an exciting gastronomic collaboration with Catalan chefs from ‘Cocina Hermanos Torres’ this February

Vila Vita’s Ocean restaurant will welcome Catalan twins Sérgio and Javier Torres for a ‘Five Michelin-starred experience’ on February 28 – February 23, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell Chef Hans Neuner, Ocean Restaurant, Vila Vita, Algarve Hans Neuner, chef at the two Michelin-starred Ocean restaurant, invites Catalan twins Sérgio and Javier Torres for an authentic gastronomic feast. Just one day after celebrating Portugal’s first...

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8th Algarve International Piano Festival welcomes renowned Portuguese pianist António Rosado this March 9
Feb16

8th Algarve International Piano Festival welcomes renowned Portuguese pianist António Rosado this March 9

Portimão’s TEMPO Theatre will welcome “one of the greatest Portuguese pianists of our time” – February 16, 2024 Portuguese piano soloist António Rosado will perform this March 9 at 7pm at Portimão’s TEMPO Theatre. “One of the greatest Portuguese pianists of our time”, António Rosado, will perform a programme that is “extraordinary in its richness and diversity”.    With his extensive piano repertoire, António Rosado has...

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50th edition of Volta ao Algarve starts today
Feb14

50th edition of Volta ao Algarve starts today

Cycling competition Volta ao Algarve returns with the world’s top teams and a new time trial – February 14, 2024 Volta Ao Algarve/Facebook The competition will take place from February 14 to 18, with several top teams participating and a brand new time trial to be held in Albufeira. The 50th edition of the Volta ao Algarve is “expected to be memorable due to the excellent 175 runners entered”. The latest update to the participants...

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Silves Orange Festival returns for 8th edition this February 16
Feb06

Silves Orange Festival returns for 8th edition this February 16

The 8th edition of the Silves Orange Festival will bring dozens of exhibitors, a National Cocktail Competition, dance performances as well as performances by famous Portuguese singers Gisela João and Carolina Deslandes – February 6, 2024 Silves Orange Festival ‘Mostra da Laranja de Silves’, Photo Silves Municipality Another edition of the yearly Silves Orange Festival (Mostra Silves Capital da Laranja) will take place...

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Algarve Jazz Orchestra joins jazz singer Maria Anadon and German conductor Ferdinand Von Seebach for special concerto in Lagoa
Feb06

Algarve Jazz Orchestra joins jazz singer Maria Anadon and German conductor Ferdinand Von Seebach for special concerto in Lagoa

The Algarve Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of German trombonist Ferdinand Von Seebach and along with jazz singer Maria Anadon, will perform original compositions as well as jazz staples – February 6, 2024 In this special evening, Maria Anadon, regarded as one of the most important Portuguese jazz singers today, will perform with the Algarve Jazz Orchestra, an ensemble that is also very well known, led by Ferdinand Von Seebach,...

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Lagos hosts Algarve Breast Cancer Congress this February, a unique opportunity for visitors to come together and share knowledge and experiences
Jan26

Lagos hosts Algarve Breast Cancer Congress this February, a unique opportunity for visitors to come together and share knowledge and experiences

3rd Algarve Breast Cancer Congress under the theme “Women and Integrative Health” – January 26, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell The Algarve Breast Cancer Congress will take place this February 16 at the Vila Galé Hotel in Lagos, both in person and online via Zoom. The event is a unique opportunity for all cancer patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to come together and share their experiences and knowledge. The initiative...

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Nicki Minaj to perform in Portugal for the first time at Afro Nation festival in Portimão
Jan24

Nicki Minaj to perform in Portugal for the first time at Afro Nation festival in Portimão

The Trinidadian-born rapper and singer has been confirmed as a headliner for this year’s edition of the summer festival – January 24, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo Photo by Afro Nation Nicki Minaj has been confirmed by Afro Nation for another edition of the festival in Praia da Rocha, Portimão, taking place between June 26 and 28. Known as the “Queen of Rap”, Nicki Minaj is a chart-topping rapper and singer who has sold over 100...

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‘Jazz nas Adegas’: Wine and jazz events at Algarve’s wineries continue this January
Jan22

‘Jazz nas Adegas’: Wine and jazz events at Algarve’s wineries continue this January

The highly successful series of events which combine wine tasting with live jazz music will continue this year – January 22, 2024 Jazz nas Adegas, Feel Good Band at Quinta da Malaca, by Silves Municipality The 7th edition of ‘Jazz nas Adegas’ invites the public to discover the often-overlooked and top-quality wines of the Algarve, with the João Melro Quartet playing this January 26 and 27 at Quinta do Barradas in Silves. Each session...

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This Saturday, internationally acclaimed textile artist Vanessa Barragão opens her solo exhibition in Lagos
Jan19

This Saturday, internationally acclaimed textile artist Vanessa Barragão opens her solo exhibition in Lagos

Lagos Cultural Centre will present the solo exhibition “Submerged/Immersed” by the Algarvian Vanessa Barragão – January 19, 2024 The Algarve-born textile artist Vanessa Barragão has shown her work in Portugal, England, Germany, the United States, Taiwan, Shanghai, and South Korea, garnering international recognition online with 577K followers on Instagram alone. Her large audience has become familiar with beautifully...

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Lagos Creative Arts Hub hosting Open Day on January 12 and 13 with a series of activities that will last throughout the night
Jan11

Lagos Creative Arts Hub hosting Open Day on January 12 and 13 with a series of activities that will last throughout the night

This two-day event will include concerts, performances, exhibits, and workshops – January 11, 2024 Photo LAC – Lagos Creative Arts Hub Facebook Page Lagos’ creative arts hub (Laboratório de Artes Criativas, or LAC), will host an Open Day event on January 12 and 13. From 6pm onwards on both days, there will be a wide range of performances, exhibitions and workshops taking place, all of which showcase the work of...

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Ferragudo welcomes New Year’s Day with a cold swim
Dec26

Ferragudo welcomes New Year’s Day with a cold swim

Everyone is invited to participate in the traditional New Year’s Day swim, this year in a new location – December 26, 2023 | Text Michael Bruxo Ferragudo is getting ready to welcome 2024 with its traditional New Year’s Day swim, which challenges those brave enough to a swim in the sea on January 1. Next year’s edition will be held at Praia Grande as opposed to the usual location of Praia do Pintadinho where it has taken...

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Local Artist Tara Bongard is exhibiting her works in Portimão
Dec12

Local Artist Tara Bongard is exhibiting her works in Portimão

The ‘Life Lines’ exhibition will be presented until January 2 – December 12, 2023 Artist Tara Bongard A new exhibition titled ”Life Lines” by local artist Tara Bongard is on display at Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes in Portimão. The exhibition showcases Tara’s most recent graphite drawings of nature in the Algarve and runs until January 2. About the artist Tara Bongard was born in London, England, but her roots are Anglo-Portuguese,...

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Lagos New Year’s festivities promise two nights of concerts
Dec12

Lagos New Year’s festivities promise two nights of concerts

Four artists confirmed to perform on the two last nights of 2023 – December 12, 2023 Lagos’ Praça do Infante will bring two concerts to say goodbye to 2023, as the borough’s New Year’s programme has recently been unveiled. On December 30, the iconic Portuguese rock band GNR will take to the stage, followed by DJ Miguel Simões. And on New Year’s Eve, December 31, Portuguese duo Calema and DJ TobyOne will perform. The main performances...

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