Silves Medieval Fair returns this August for its 18th edition
Jul28

Silves Medieval Fair returns this August for its 18th edition

Silves Medieval Fair returns this August 10 offering visitors unforgettable and mystical experiences – July 28, 2023 | Photos Silves Municipality Between August 10 and 20, Silves’ Medieval Fair returns for its 18th edition. Over the course of 11 days, the city once known as Xilb (Silves) is transformed into a Moorish-style city. A central theme of the fair is “The Mosque, Symbol and Power” which highlights the history of its...

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Lagoa Jazz Fest’2023 starts this weekend
Jul18

Lagoa Jazz Fest’2023 starts this weekend

The Lagoa Jazz Fest’2023 takes place in Estômbar’s Sítio das Fontes Municipal Park, between July 21-23 – July 18, 2023 From July 21 to 23, jazz nights are back to Lagoa, with the Lagoa Jazz Fest, now in its 18th edition, taking place at the Sítio das Fontes Park in Estômbar. This year’s special guests include Camille Bertault, recognised by Vanity Fair as the ”new voice of jazz” and by Le Figaro as a “daring talent”. She comes...

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Lagoa Art Gallery “Lady in Red” moves to new location to “explore new creative possibilities”
Jul13

Lagoa Art Gallery “Lady in Red” moves to new location to “explore new creative possibilities”

New location is yet to be announced – July 13, 2023 Lady in Red, the art gallery located in the historic Adega Cooperative (wine cooperative) building in Lagoa, has announced it is moving to a new location. With over nine years of existence, Lady in Red “has established itself as a benchmark in contemporary art”. “While it is difficult to say goodbye to a space that has become so dear to all of us, we believe this move is...

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Club Nau Beach Lounge is preparing to host its XII Beach Fest 23 by the Sea this weekend
Jul11

Club Nau Beach Lounge is preparing to host its XII Beach Fest 23 by the Sea this weekend

The event will consist of three days of sun, sand, and lots of music – July 11, 2023 Club Nau Beach Lounge is hosting the 12th Beach Fest at Ferragudo’s Praia Grande beach this July 14-16, starting at 4pm. The event will feature several concerts of different musical genres, DJs and lots of entertainment to dance the night away. The party kicks off on Friday, July 19, to the rhythms of Rock band Ray & Ventura, followed by the...

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Lagoa’s candle market pays tribute to Ibero-American culture
Jul07

Lagoa’s candle market pays tribute to Ibero-American culture

“Over 40 candlelit symbols will be displayed in seven areas, highlighting Ibero-American mythology, traditions, gastronomy, and religion” – July 7, 2023  | Photos: Lagoa Council The eighth edition of ‘Mercado de Culturas à Luz das Velas’, a candlelit market is taking place in Lagoa until July 9. The festival celebrates a different culture every year with a unique theme. This year’s theme revolves around...

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Silves Beer Fest starts this July 12 and brings together over 70 types of beer
Jul07

Silves Beer Fest starts this July 12 and brings together over 70 types of beer

A variety of Portuguese brands and craft beers will be served at Praça Al-Mutamid – July 7, 2023 Taking place between July 12 and 16, the event will feature food trucks, handicraft stalls and live entertainment including performances by Tatiana Pinto, 5EX Band, Emanuel Martins & Tânia, Ally Winehouse (Amy Winehouse tribute), Naomi & The Raposeira Dub Collective, Xico Barata and several DJs. July 12 | Tatiana Pinto (Fado) and...

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Sunset in the Castle: Summer Concerts return to Silves
Jul06

Sunset in the Castle: Summer Concerts return to Silves

Silves Castle will once again host a series of summer concerts – July 6, 2023 Sunset Secrets, a series of sunset events taking place every Thursday until the end of July, is back at Silves Castle. The initiative started on June 29 with a concert by the Algarve Jazz Orchestra and Luis Miguel’s Time Wheel Trio and continues on Thursday (July 6) with Ana Sofia Marques of the Fado Singers of Portugal. There will also be performances...

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Lota Cool Market returns to Portimão’s Riverside this July 5, with Crafts, Street Food, and Live Music
Jul04

Lota Cool Market returns to Portimão’s Riverside this July 5, with Crafts, Street Food, and Live Music

The summer season brings the anticipated 8th edition of the “Coolest Market in the South” – July 4, 2023 Portimão marks the beginning of summer with the riverside “Lota Cool Market” event, taking place between July 5-9 from 6pm to 1am, focusing on environmental awareness under the “Blue Fever” theme. This year’s Lota Cool Market will be “bigger and more dynamic” with the addition of the “Young Cool...

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Record number of 35,000 visitors attended Carvoeiro’s Black & White Night
Jun26

Record number of 35,000 visitors attended Carvoeiro’s Black & White Night

The event exceeded all expectations this year – June 26, 2023 | Photos by Michel Januário This year’s edition of the Black & White Night was “the best ever”, and “without a doubt, a huge success, thanks to everyone” according to the organisers. With a well-established place in the Algarve’s summer season programme, the Carvoeiro Black & White Night, organised by Lagoa Council and IBéRICA Eventos &...

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Highly anticipated ‘Black & White Night’ returns this weekend to Carvoeiro
Jun14

Highly anticipated ‘Black & White Night’ returns this weekend to Carvoeiro

As summer officially begins in the Algarve, it’s almost time for the party that marks the occasion in Carvoeiro – June 14, 2023 The Black and White Night in Carvoeiro is set to take place this Saturday (June 17), and will attract thousands of party-goers. As always, Carvoeiro streets will be packed with people coming to enjoy live performances, entertainment, and DJ sets. A unique feature of the event is that visitors are...

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Lagoa Wine Show returns with an exciting lineup of concerts, wine tastings, entertainment and delicious local food
Jun01

Lagoa Wine Show returns with an exciting lineup of concerts, wine tastings, entertainment and delicious local food

Celebrating the beginning of the summer season, Lagoa will bring together Fado music with delicious food and wine – June 1, 2023 The Lagoa Wine Show is back from June 7 to 10 with live music performances, entertainment, wine tastings and great local gastronomy with show-cooking demonstrations during which renowned Portuguese chefs will prepare tasty dishes using local ingredients. As the Algarve gradually gains notoriety as a...

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Monchique’s Food Festival “Vamos à Vila” starts this May 27
May26

Monchique’s Food Festival “Vamos à Vila” starts this May 27

Handicrafts, local foods, demonstrations, workshops, and musical performances to celebrate the local traditions – May 26, 2023 Located on the Algarve hills, the idyllic town of Monchique is hosting the second edition of the local food festival “Vamos à Vila” this Saturday, May 27, from 11am to 11pm, and Sunday, May 28, from 11am to 9.30pm. “Vamos à Vila” will feature handicrafts, local foods, demonstrations, workshops, and...

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Over 300 Boxers to Compete at the Portimão Box Cup this May 26
May22

Over 300 Boxers to Compete at the Portimão Box Cup this May 26

Third edition of the Portimão Box Cup brings boxers from 10 European countries to the Algarve – May 22, 2023 The Portimão Box Cup will take place between Friday, May 26 and Sunday, May 28. Two rings will be set up at the Portimão Arena, which is expected to host over 200 fights over the three days. A total of 66 teams are expected to participate in the Portimão Box Cup, including the following countries: Portugal, Spain, England,...

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Restore your Mind and Body with Vila Vita Spa’s Summer Wellness Programme featuring Yoga, Ayurveda, and Advanced Physiotherapy
May11

Restore your Mind and Body with Vila Vita Spa’s Summer Wellness Programme featuring Yoga, Ayurveda, and Advanced Physiotherapy

The five-star resort is hosting a series of activities with renowned wellness specialists – May 11, 2023 Starting this May, Vila Vita Spa, in Porches, will welcome renowned international and national guests such as Achyuta Veda, Marta Gomes, and Shri Parveen Nair, to help participants improve their overall health by optimising their mind and body. Renowned therapist Achyuta Veda will offer Ayurvedic therapy consultations, Ayurvedic...

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Lagoa welcomes 4th Piano Festival with four different concerts this May
May04

Lagoa welcomes 4th Piano Festival with four different concerts this May

This year’s edition brings together solo piano, jazz piano, four-hand piano and orchestra – May 4, 2023 Starting this May 7th, the 4th edition of the Lagoa Piano Festival comes to four different Lagoa boroughs. The festival, organised by Artis XXI – Associação de Educação Artística de Lagoa, will take place each Sunday at 6.30pm throughout this month. This year’s theme will be about reflecting on the piano in its various...

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Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup 2023 takes centre stage in Portimão this May 5-7
May03

Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup 2023 takes centre stage in Portimão this May 5-7

Portimão is once again the international capital of rhythmic gymnastics – May 3, 2023 The Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup 2023 happens this weekend in Portimão’s Arena pavilion, starting this Friday. Following the 30th International Tournament that took place this past weekend, the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup will take place between May 5 and 7, organised by the Portuguese Gymnastics Federation and Portimão’s city...

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Portimão welcomes the World Endurance Championship this April 14
Apr13

Portimão welcomes the World Endurance Championship this April 14

Algarve International Racetrack welcomes the second round of the World Endurance Championship with the ‘6 Hours of Portimão’ race this weekend – April 13, 2023 The Algarve International Racetrack (AIA) is preparing to host the second round of the World Endurance Championship (WEC) between April 14 and 16. The 6 Hours of Portimão race is the follow-up to the championship’s season opening round 1000 Miles in Sebring in the...

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Carvoeiro welcomes Easter Fair from April 7-9
Apr04

Carvoeiro welcomes Easter Fair from April 7-9

Carvoeiro’s main square to showcase local handicrafts, sweets, and regional products – April 4, 2023 The annual Easter Fair returns to Lagoa and Carvoeiro with festivities taking place between April 7 and 9 in Carvoeiro’s main square. The event is promoting and encouraging the consumption of local and regional products, so visitors can find everything from food to beverages to traditional and regional non-food items. The...

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Porca Preta Gallery in Monchique Presents Nature and Fantasy by Barbara Thomas
Mar29

Porca Preta Gallery in Monchique Presents Nature and Fantasy by Barbara Thomas

The art exhibition starts on April 2 – March 29, 2023 Barbara Thomas, a Swiss painter who has lived in Monchique for several years, will be exhibiting her works of art at the Porca Preta Gallery, in Monchique, this April. Her love for Portugal is reflected in her various works. Nature, Fantasy and the people of the Alentejo are the source of her inspiration and title of some of her paintings. The inauguration will take place this...

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MotoGP 2023 Starts in Portimão this weekend
Mar23

MotoGP 2023 Starts in Portimão this weekend

The MotoGP season opening will take place at the Algarve International Racetrack – March 23, 2023 Portimão’s Racetrack is gearing up to host the first race of the 2023 MotoGP season on Portuguese soil, promising a spectacular event starting this Friday, March 24. The much-anticipated MotoGP season will have 21 stages, scheduled to take place throughout the year. Fans can look forward to a jam-packed programme of activities for all...

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