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The Portugal News21 Aug

Opera Festival returns to Portugal

A “Meeting of Titans” at the Praça da Criatividade (Creativity Square) marks the start of this year’s Óbidos Opera Festival. 

The Portugal News21 Aug

MEO Kalorama reveals concert times and announces new act

MEO Kalorama has revealed the concert schedule for this year's festival, which returns to Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon from 28 to 30 August.

The Portugal News21 Aug

SBC brings CPD-accredited learning to SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit

Professionals attending SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit this September will be able to turn three days of industry learning into recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD), following the official accreditation of both events’ conference programmes by The CPD Certification Service.

The Portugal News21 Aug

AI Agents take center stage at Q-Day Conference 2026

This year’s event will explore AI’s transition from a consultation tool to autonomous agents capable of making decisions and taking action. The 2026 edition will also feature a panel on the Portuguese tech and entrepreneurial diaspora, the launch of a new book, and the presentation of the Quidgest International Observa

The Portugal News20 Aug

Could cars soon enforce speed limits?

Cars sold in Europe are becoming increasingly capable of knowing exactly how fast they should be travelling, raising a potentially controversial question: could the car itself eventually stop a driver from speeding?

The Portugal News20 Aug

FATACIL returns to Lagoa for 10 days of events

One of the Algarve's biggest summer events returns to Lagoa tomorrow, 21 August, bringing 10 days of concerts, food, crafts, agriculture and entertainment.

The Portugal News20 Aug

VIKING Cruises to recruit at Blue Careers and Employment Fair in Portugal

VIKING Cruises will be looking to strengthen its workforce at the 15th Blue Careers and Employment Fair, taking place in Lisbon on 15 October 2026. 

The Portugal News20 Aug

Early music festival returns to the western Algarve

The Costa Vicentina Early Music Fest is returning to the western Algarve this August, bringing a week of concerts and cultural activities to Lagos, Sagres, Aljezur and Vila do Bispo.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Lusíadas Saúde will be the Official Medical Services Provider at Festival F in the Algarve

Lusíadas Saúde will, for the seventh consecutive year, serve as the Official Medical Services Provider for Festival F, taking place on 3, 4 and 5 September in Faro’s historic city centre. 

The Portugal News19 Aug

Europe named top global leisure travel destination

WTTC data show Europe remains the world’s leading leisure travel destination, with Southern European destinations powering its growth.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Portugal invites festivals to apply for accessibility recognition

Festival organisers in Portugal have until 30 September to apply for the Accessible Festivals Programme, which recognises events that make culture more accessible to everyone.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Ferragudo celebrates 506 years with three days of festivities

Ferragudo is preparing to celebrate 506 years since its formal creation, with three days of festivities bringing music, entertainment and community celebrations to the Algarve village.

The Portugal News18 Aug

International folklore festival brings seven countries to the Algarve

FolkFaro has returned to the Algarve, bringing traditional music, dance and costumes from seven countries to towns across the region.

The Portugal News18 Aug

Partial lunar eclipse to be visible across Portugal

Less than a week after the solar eclipse captured attention across Portugal, another astronomical event is on the way, this time involving the Moon.

The Portugal News18 Aug

Raízes Folk Festival 2026

Raízes Folk Fest returned in 2026 for its fourth edition, bringing music, dance and traditional culture to seven municipalities in central Portugal. From 9 to 16 August, the festival connected communities through folk music and dancing.

The Portugal News18 Aug

Volta opens app for depositing change into your bank account

Volta is set to launch an app for depositing change into your bank account, but only for large events.

The Portugal News17 Aug

Food truck festival returns to Portimão this week

Food trucks will return to Portimão's riverside this week for four evenings of street food, music and entertainment.

The Portugal News16 Aug

A journey of healing, purpose and spiritual growth

Joana Felizardo is the founder of The Magical Temple, a space dedicated to women's spiritual growth and personal development. In this interview, she speaks about her journey through life and the experiences that eventually led her to become a spiritual coach and create The Magical Temple.

The Portugal News15 Aug

São Mateus Fair features a support area for neurodivergent individuals

Neurodivergent individuals have access to a self-regulation room at the São Mateus Fair in Viseu, a space that, this year, also offers a sensory kit and map to help families during their visit.

The Portugal News14 Aug

933 Kanye West concert tickets invalidated

The Portuguese online ticketing platform BOL invalidated 933 speculatively resold tickets for the Kanye West concert held in the Algarve before the show began, the company announced.

The Portugal News12 Aug

Preparations for the Solar Eclipse at the São Mateus Fair

OMB Optical, a sponsor of the 2026 São Mateus Fair, is distributing the final batch of eclipse glasses today for the total eclipse, catering to those who missed the chance to buy them at supermarkets and pharmacies before they sold out.

The Portugal News12 Aug

PARAGEM Festival brings contemporary art to the Algarve

Carvoeiro is set to become an open-air stage for contemporary art this month as the Festival PARAGEM returns to Lagoa for its eighth edition, bringing performances, installations, drawing and experimental music into the heart of the Algarve’s summer season. 

The Portugal News12 Aug

Mar Me Quer festival returns to Portimão for three days of music

The Mar Me Quer festival returns to Portimão from 12 to 14 August, bringing three evenings of live music to the city's riverside.

The Portugal News11 Aug

São Mateus Fair Sees Historic Opening

The 634th edition of the São Mateus Fair opened its doors last Thursday, 6 August, with an unprecedented turnout.