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Portugal Resident5d ago

Olhão revives São Miguel autumn fair after 10-year absence

After one decade, Olhão’s centuries-old São Miguel autumn fair is making a comeback, returning to Largo da Feira from September 25 to 29. The five-day event will bring together food, The post Olhão revives São Miguel autumn fair after 10-year absence appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident5d ago

F1 return is “true promotion” of Algarve – MP

Algarve MP Cristóvão Norte has hailed Formula 1’s confirmed return to Portimão in June 2027, arguing that major international events can provide the region with exposure that goes far beyond The post F1 return is “true promotion” of Algarve – MP appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident5d ago

“The Stranger” – poem

She, the fair, with chestnut hair,Came from a land far awayTo haunt my solitary lair.Was this a dream in answer to my prayer?Nay, more a nightmare I dare sayFor her The post “The Stranger” – poem appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident6d ago

Cinema: The Uprising

Set against the true events of the Uprising that helped inspire the legend of Robin Hood, he forms an army of the people to face the King’s might in a The post Cinema: The Uprising appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News6d ago

Talent Portugal Summit celebrates a decade by connecting companies and higher education

To mark its tenth anniversary, the Talent Portugal Summit will be holding an edition in 2026, with the event taking place on 22 September at the Casa da Arquitetura in Matosinhos and on 29 September at the LISPOLIS Technology Forum in Lisbon.

Portugal Resident6d ago

Neil deGrasse Tyson brings StarTalk Live! to Lisbon

American astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson is bringing StarTalk Live! to Lisbon on October 15, with tickets now on sale. The show will take place at MEO Arena’s The post Neil deGrasse Tyson brings StarTalk Live! to Lisbon appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident6d ago

Silves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex

Silves Council has taken a major step towards building a new multi-purpose complex for sport, culture and large-scale events, after completing the purchase of the land where the facility is The post Silves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Ferragudo to host big street party this Friday

Ferragudo’s Rua 25 de Abril will turn into one big street party on Friday, September 18, with live music, food, drinks and entertainment running into the early hours. The 14th The post Ferragudo to host big street party this Friday appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Faro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra

Faro’s historic Teatro Lethes will open its new season on September 17, launching almost three months of performances ranging from classical music and theatre to dance, cinema and stand-up comedy. The post Faro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Sept

Coimbra jazz festival returns for 24th edition

The countdown has begun for one of Portugal’s longest-running jazz festivals: Coimbra’s Jazz ao Centro. Running from October 1 to 10, the festival will feature Portuguese and international musicians at The post Coimbra jazz festival returns for 24th edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Sept

Festival F already has a return date in 2027

The Festival F will return to the historic centre of Faro, between 2 and 4 September 2027, reaffirming its commitment to Portuguese music and Lusophony.

The Portugal News12 Sept

New AI rules protect human artistry in music

Australia’s official music charts will no longer accept tracks created wholly or primarily by artificial intelligence under new rules from the Australian Recording Industry Association. 

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Tickets on sale for Beto Kalulu’s landmark Lagoa concert

Tickets are now on sale for Beto Kalulu’s major comeback concert, which will celebrate the veteran Carvoeiro musician’s remarkable recovery from a serious fall and a career spanning nearly five The post Tickets on sale for Beto Kalulu’s landmark Lagoa concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Charity dinner to raise funds for Associação Lighthouse Global’s educational projects

An evening of good food, live music and community spirit will help make a difference to children and young people in Portugal when a special charity dinner, organised by Associação The post Charity dinner to raise funds for Associação Lighthouse Global’s educational projects appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Over 1,000 drones to light up Lisbon in October

More than 1,000 drones will fill the skies above Lisbon this autumn as an international show combining aerial choreography with live classical music makes its debut in the Portuguese capital. The post Over 1,000 drones to light up Lisbon in October appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

Free Festival in Lisbon!

There will be a free festival right downtown! 

The Portugal News11 Sept

The Next Chapter

As a summer of community programmes draws to a close, the Sovereign Art Foundation turns towards the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Art Prize, with 30 finalists soon to be revealed and an ambitious programme of exhibitions and events ahead.

The Portugal News10 Sept

Algarve opera night to end with wine tasting

In Faro, opera lovers will have the chance to enjoy an evening of classical music followed by a wine tasting when Swiss baritone Äneas Humm returns to the Algarve capital later this month.

The Portugal News10 Sept

More than 1,000 dogs coming together for Portugal animal event

More than 1,000 dogs will come together at Forum Braga next month, as Expo Animal returns for a weekend dedicated to pets and animal lovers.

Portugal Resident10 Sept

Sagres birdwatching festival matches 2025’s registrations in just one week

The Sagres Birdwatching Festival has matched its entire 2025 registration total in just the first week of bookings, suggesting this year’s edition could be one of the busiest yet. The The post Sagres birdwatching festival matches 2025’s registrations in just one week appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News10 Sept

Portugal will have a new book festival with national and international authors

The Viseu International Literary Festival (FLIV) will be held in that city to host national and international authors, with sessions spread throughout the city, exhibitions, concerts, debates, presentations and book launches, the organisation announced.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Michael Jackson tribute show returning to Portugal

Michael Jackson fans will have two opportunities to see one of the world’s best-known tribute shows when “This Is Michael” returns to Portugal later this year.

The Portugal News9 Sept

The Wine Fair is back at Apolónia, with a new addition: the new Delicatessen area

Apolónia Supermarkets are once again celebrating wine and gastronomy with the Wine and Delicatessen (Deli) Fair, which began on 3 September and will end on 20 September, taking place at the Almancil branch

The Portugal News9 Sept

231,000 people visit Porto Book Fair

Around 231,000 people visited this year’s Porto Book Fair, making it the second most popular edition the event has ever held.