Active Sundays

Name: Active Sundays
Start: 2026-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-07-19T23:59:59+00:00
Location: Albufeira

JUL

5–19 July 2026

All day

Albufeira

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About this event

The "Active Sundays" project is a free initiative organised by Albufeira Municipal Council with the aim of promoting sport for all, through a wide range of sports and leisure activities. Places are limited and you must sign up in advance on the Council's website. Programme: 5 July - Kayak 19 July – Night Walk

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