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The Portugal News18 Jul

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally – Night Two: Custom Creations, Bike Show Brilliance and the Spirit of the Custom Farm

The second night of the 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally turned up the volume as thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from across Portugal and Europe gathered once again at Vale das Almas for another unforgettable evening of engines, music and custom motorcycle culture.

Portugal Resident17 Jul

Silves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair

Young people in the municipality of Silves are being invited to volunteer at this year’s 21st Silves Medieval Fair, giving them the chance to help organise one of the Algarve’s The post Silves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Jul

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally Begins with a Strong Opening Day

The 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally (Concentração Internacional de Motos de Faro) has officially begun, bringing thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts together in the Algarve for one of Europe’s most recognised motorcycle events.

The Portugal News16 Jul

6 savvy tips for designing your dream kitchen

Interior design expert Julia Kendell, for the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, on how to get the very best from your space. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Portugal News16 Jul

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally (Concentração Internacional de Motos de Faro) returns to the Algarve from 16 to 19 July 2026, bringing thousands of bikers from across Portugal and Europe to one of the continent's biggest and most iconic motorcycle festivals.

The Portugal News16 Jul

Juromenha Fortress in Portugal to host free stargazing event at the end of July

Observing the summer night sky is always an enriching experience when done away from major urban centres. 

The Portugal News16 Jul

The Tomorrowland Festival returns to Belgium with a stronger Portuguese presence

Tomorrowland, one of the world’s biggest electronic music festivals, returns this weekend to Boom, Belgium, for its 21st edition, bringing together hundreds of international artists and the largest ever line-up of Portuguese acts at the event.

Portugal Resident16 Jul

Portugal: Sines oil refinery – a new direction

It is most disconcerting, to say the least, to hear that the government has only until the end of July to avert the fall of this national asset unto the The post Portugal: Sines oil refinery – a new direction appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Jul

Festival F brings contemporary Portuguese music to the Algarve

From 3 to 5 September, Festival F returns for its 11th edition to the Algarve, bringing together some of Portugal’s biggest music acts alongside emerging artists and international performers. 

Portugal Resident15 Jul

Environmentalists oppose Volta a Portugal route through protected national park

Environmental organisations have voiced strong opposition to a stage of this year’s Volta a Portugal cycling race passing through the Peneda-Gerês National Park, warning that the event could disturb one The post Environmentalists oppose Volta a Portugal route through protected national park appeared first on Portugal R

The Portugal News15 Jul

A Guide to the Great Stages of the Countryside: 5 Unmissable Summer Festivals in the District of Viseu

When people think about summer festivals in Portugal, they often picture the coast or big cities. 

The Portugal News14 Jul

PAW Patrol Live returns to Portugal with new interactive family show

PAW Patrol is coming to Portugal this December with a brand-new live production that will invite children to become part of the action rather than just watch from their seats. 

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Faro’s Festival F to showcase Portugal’s biggest music stars

One of Portugal’s biggest celebrations of homegrown music is returning to the Algarve this September, with more than 60 concerts set to transform Faro’s historic old town during the 11th The post Faro’s Festival F to showcase Portugal’s biggest music stars appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Olhão prepares to launch new waterfront jazz festival

A new music festival is set to make its debut on the Algarve’s summer calendar later this month as Olhão South Jazz brings two evenings of live performances to the The post Olhão prepares to launch new waterfront jazz festival appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Jul

São Brás Fair moves into town for special 2026 edition

The Feira da Serra will take on a new look this year as São Brás de Alportel‘s flagship summer event moves from its traditional venue into the town centre for The post São Brás Fair moves into town for special 2026 edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Salt mine inspires thought-provoking new exhibition in Loulé

A visit hundreds of metres below ground to Loulé‘s famous rock salt mine has inspired a new contemporary art exhibition opening this week that combines geology, digital culture and personal The post Salt mine inspires thought-provoking new exhibition in Loulé appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Jul

Silves celebrates the golden age of poets and scholars at the 21st Medieval Fair

The ancient Islamic city of Xilb, modern-day Silves, will come to life once again in the heart of the Algarve from 7 to 15 August, hosting the 21st Silves Medieval Fair. 

The Portugal News14 Jul

Portugal under norovirus outbreak mainly affecting Caldas da Rainha

A sporting event in Caldas da Rainha may have contributed to the spread of the virus that causes gastrointestinal symptoms.

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Noitada Portimão festival to light up the city

Portimão will once again stay awake long after sunset later this month as the third edition of Noitada Portimão transforms the city’s riverside and historic centre into a giant open-air The post Noitada Portimão festival to light up the city appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Jul

PSP recovers more than 100 stolen phones linked to Afro Nation

PSP police have recovered more than 100 mobile phones and numerous identification documents believed to have been stolen during the Afro Nation festival in Portimão after a victim tracked her The post PSP recovers more than 100 stolen phones linked to Afro Nation appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Jul

Two Portuguese short films awarded at the Badajoz Iberian Film Festival

The Portuguese short films “A fronteira azul” (The Blue Frontier), by Dinis M. Costa, and *Rui Carlos*, by Margarida Paias, won awards at the Badajoz Iberian Film Festival in Spain.

Portugal Resident13 Jul

Silves Medieval Fair returns with tribute to its Islamic golden age

One of the Algarve’s biggest and most popular summer events returns next month as the Silves Medieval Fair transforms the historic city into the bustling medieval capital formerly known as The post Silves Medieval Fair returns with tribute to its Islamic golden age appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Algarve Daily News13 Jul

Algarve village set to bring alive Ancient Roman history in three-day festival: Gladiatorial combat, performances, and chariot races

A multi-day event is set to bring the Algarve’s Ancient Roman history back to life, with Over 200 performances, chariot races, gladiatorial duels, and family experiences.

Portugal Resident13 Jul

Step back into Roman Algarve at ‘Salir no Tempo’ festival

The village of Salir, in the hills north of Loulé, will be transformed into a bustling Roman settlement from Friday to Sunday (July 17-19) as the Salir no Tempo festival The post Step back into Roman Algarve at ‘Salir no Tempo’ festival appeared first on Portugal Resident .