What's on in the Algarve
Concerts, markets, festivals, workshops and more, upcoming events from across the Circle.
July 2026
MISS VINTAGE, by Estúdio de Ballet Gwen Morris
Two-night ballet production by Estúdio de Ballet Gwen Morris at Centro Cultural de Lagos, 17 and 18 July.
Boa Esperança em... Revista
Portuguese-style variety revue with comedy, songs and dance at Centro Cultural de Lagos, 29 July to 1 August.
August 2026
Nos (Knots), an exhibition by Carola Collet
Wall sculptures exploring knots as symbols of union and protection go on show at São Brás de Alportel's Centro Museológico.
Ares e Mares: paintings by J. Eduardo
Oil paintings of the Algarve coast and landscape by self-taught artist J. Eduardo, free to visit at Lagoa's Convento de São José.
Feira dos Oficios 2026
A ten day crafts fair fills Tavira's riverside Rua do Cais with traditional trades and live demonstrations.
Festa em Honra de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Ferragudo's fishing village patron saint festival, with mass, a river procession blessing the boats and an evening street party.
Sao Joao da Degola Festival 2026
Manta Rota's patron saint festival culminates in the Banho Santo, a costumed re-enactment of a holy bath on the beach.
September 2026
12th Mediterranean Diet Fair, Tavira
Tavira's restaurants and cafes serve up Mediterranean Diet inspired menus in the town centre, marking the diet's UNESCO heritage status.
Nossa Senhora da Encarnacao Festival 2026
Vila Real de Santo Antonio honours its patroness with a religious procession from Praca Marques de Pombal and fireworks at nightfall.
Nossa Senhora das Dores Festival 2026
Monte Gordo's patron saint weekend brings a beach procession escorted by fishing boats, concerts and a closing fireworks show.
Bruna Louise: Novo Show
Brazilian stand-up comedian Bruna Louise brings her new show to the Marriott Algarve auditorium in Guia.
Baobás (Dance Dance Dance '26)
The fourth night of Teatro das Figuras' Dance Dance Dance '26 festival of contemporary dance and performance.
October 2026
17th Sagres Birdwatching and Nature Activities Festival
Four days of guided birdwatching, boat trips and nature activities in Sagres for the autumn seabird migration.
Lagoa Magic Fest 2026
Three days of free street magic across Lagoa, closing with a ticketed gala at Auditório Carlos do Carmo.
Guadiana International Music Festival 2026
Three free days of live music on two riverside stages where Alcoutim meets Sanlucar de Guadiana across the border.