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The Portugal News9 Oct

Horror film festival coming to Pedrógão Grande

The first Castelo Horror Film Fest will run for ten days, coinciding with Halloween and the traditional Bread for God celebrations.

The Portugal News8 Oct

Portugal´s AI and IT Industries: a postscript

An initial report of the events at the Atlantic Convergence conference. which ended three days of activity in Lisbon on 01 October, shows that the focus of attention this year has shifted from harmonising legislation to the “Unprecedented Scale of AI Infrastructure” required for the revolution now in progress.

The Portugal News7 Oct

Portuguese city to install video surveillance in priority locations

Santa Maria da Feira will install video surveillance at city entrances and key locations in the historic centre, the municipality announced today.

The Portugal News7 Oct

Fuel stations in Portugal to show how much tax reduction saves per litre

Under a new Government requirement for petrol stations in Portugal, drivers will soon be able to see how much they are saving in fuel taxes every time they fill up. 

The Portugal News7 Oct

Portugal reviews court deadlines for lawyers facing major life events

Lawyers facing a serious illness, a high-risk pregnancy or the arrival of a child could be allowed to pause certain court deadlines for up to 60 consecutive days under a proposal from the PSD.

The Portugal News7 Oct

Traditional in modern times

"Traditional in modern times" art exhibition by Alisa Aidarova will be on display from 9 October at "Real Compromisso Marítimo de Ferragudo".

The Portugal News7 Oct

Algarve marks Pink October

Breast cancer screenings, exhibitions and charity events are taking place across the region to raise awareness.

The Portugal News5 Oct

International magic festival returns to the Algarve

LagoaMagicFest returns from 8 to 10 October, with free street performances across Lagoa and an international gala featuring seven magicians.

The Portugal News4 Oct

Alentejo Walking Festival offers 50 organised walks

The festival will take place from 29 October to 1 November, with activities spread across the region.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Portugal Show Their Character in Copenhagen, but Defensive Questions Remain

Three matches into the UEFA Nations League campaign, one thing is becoming increasingly clear, Jorge Jesus' Portugal knows how to attack.

The Portugal News2 Oct

New food event coming to the Algarve

A new gastronomic event has started in Lagos, bringing together 26 local restaurants throughout October, sharing dishes for groups of up to four people.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Alvor Wine Tasting returns to the Algarve this weekend

Alvor’s old fish market will host two evenings of local wine, food and music this weekend, as Alvor Wine Tasting returns for its fourth edition.

The Portugal News2 Oct

AlgarveCon returns to Faro

The two-day event will feature tournaments, workshops, an escape room, a second-hand games market and activities for all ages. 

The Portugal News1 Oct

Autumn Mediterranean Garden Fair 2026

The annual Autumn Mediterranean Garden Fair, held on 17 and 18 October from 10am to 5pm at FATACIL, is dedicated to creating beautiful, sustainable Mediterranean gardens and landscapes with minimal water use.

The Portugal News1 Oct

Portugal takes 25 athletes to the historic Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games

Portugal will be represented by 25 athletes across 11 sports at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first Olympic event held in Africa, from 31 October to 13 November.

The Portugal News29 Sept

SBC Summit returns to Lisbon for a record-breaking year

SBC Summit, the betting and iGaming industry's flagship conference and exhibition, is on track to welcome 40,000 delegates to Lisbon next week for its third consecutive year in the Portuguese capital, and its most ambitious edition to date.

The Portugal News29 Sept

Berlin showcases new Portuguese Ceramics

Starting 1 October in Berlin, seven young Portuguese artists present various ways of exploring contemporary ceramics in an exhibition that seeks to showcase clay beyond its traditional utilitarian role.

The Portugal News28 Sept

InDireita Street Fest returns to Portimão

The free festival will bring music, art and family activities to Rua Direita, while shops in the city centre join in with a weekend sale.

The Portugal News26 Sept

Major music festival returns to Portugal

The Lux Interior festival, scheduled for Coimbra across three dates in October and November and marking the event’s seventh edition, celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Lux Records label and promises six great concerts, the event’s promoter says.

The Portugal News25 Sept

The Fair of Liberty in Lisbon

As the workweek winds down, Lisbon’s grandest boulevard undergoes a charming transformation. 

The Portugal News25 Sept

Portugal to host biggest birdwatching event

The biggest birdwatching event is returning to Portugal from 2 to 5 October for its 17th edition.

The Portugal News24 Sept

Roll over Bearthoven: Rick Wakeman to perform concert for rescued animals

Prog keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman is to perform a concert for more than 150 “music-loving” rescued bears.

The Portugal News24 Sept

British band Bullet For My Valentine returns to Portugal

The British band Bullet For My Valentine will return to Lisbon in January next year for a show that will kick off their European tour ahead of the release of their new album, the promoter announced.

The Portugal News23 Sept

Historic fair returns to the Algarve

The famous São Miguel Fair is returning to the municipality of Olhão, in the Faro district, from 25 to 29 September, thus bringing back a local tradition which had been on hold for ten years.