What's on in the Algarve
Concerts, markets, festivals, workshops and more, upcoming events from across the Circle.
July 2026
Tavira Book Fair 2026 (Feira do Livro)
Tavira's 30th book fair fills Rua do Cais with 38 publisher pavilions, author signings and evening entertainment.
Themed Mini Golf: Pirates Edition at Quinta do Lago
Tee1 at Quinta do Lago's South Course turns pirate for a day of themed family mini golf on 20 July.
Albufeira 35mm: Open-Air Cinema in Paderne
Free outdoor screening of Ama Gloria opens Albufeira's summer open-air cinema cycle in Paderne.
XIII Youth Arts Minifestival of Alte
Around fifty children and teenagers from Alte perform music, dance and art at Fonte Pequena in this free community showcase, 24 July.
Loulé Jazz 2026 (30th Edition)
Six concerts over three nights at Loulé Castle mark the 30th Loulé Jazz, headlined by the Andy Sheppard Trio and a Coltrane centenary tribute.
August 2026
Lagos Book Fair 2026 (Feira do Livro de Lagos)
Eleven nights of books, author talks and free open-air events at Praça do Infante, closing with the Algarve Jazz Orchestra.
16th Prova de Mar de Alvor
Open water swimming stage on Praia da Restinga in Alvor on 8 August, part of the Algarve's open water circuit.
23rd Prova de Mar de Lagoa - Jorge Lamy
Open water swim off Praia Grande in Ferragudo on 9 August, with races for competitive swimmers, casual swimmers and kids.
Tiago Sousa Memorial Golf Tournament
A parent-and-child charity golf tournament on Quinta do Lago's South Course honours Tiago Sousa on 19 August.
Dias Medievais de Castro Marim 2026
Castro Marim's castle turns medieval for five nights of jousting, markets and torch lit banquets at the 27th Dias Medievais.
September 2026
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.
MamaMaratona 2026
Algarve's biggest charity run and walk for cancer awareness, Quarteira to Vilamoura, Sunday 18 October.
Algarve Classic Festival 2026
Three days of historic motor racing, parades and classic car displays at the Algarve International Circuit.