Portugal Resident7 Jul17 arrested during Afro Nation policing operation in Portimão
Police arrested 17 people during a large-scale security operation carried out over the three days of the Afro Nation festival in Portimão, where an estimated 40,000 people attended each day. The post 17 arrested during Afro Nation policing operation in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 JulLota Cool Market brings summer vibes to Portimão
Lota Cool Market returns to Portimão from July 15 to 19, bringing five evenings of creativity, food, music and family entertainment to the area beside the city’s former fish auction The post Lota Cool Market brings summer vibes to Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 JulSpencer steals the show as support grows for Algarve shelter
Cadela Carlota has plenty to celebrate this summer, with a successful adoption event, another generous community donation, and the launch of a unique charity beer that will be celebrated with The post Spencer steals the show as support grows for Algarve shelter appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident6 JulJazz returns to one of the Algarve’s most beautiful settings
One of the Algarve’s most distinctive summer music festivals returns later this month, as Lagoa Jazz Fest celebrates its 21st edition with three evenings of live performances in the picturesque The post Jazz returns to one of the Algarve’s most beautiful settings appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 JulRaise a glass at Silves Beer Fest
It’s almost time for the Silves Beer Fest, an event that every year brings beer lovers together for a celebration of some of the best brews that can be found The post Raise a glass at Silves Beer Fest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 JulVila Vita Parc launches Piazzetta Summer Nights
A new weekly summer event is set to bring together food, music and outdoor dining at Vila Vita Parc, with Piazzetta Summer Nights taking place every Monday from July 6 The post Vila Vita Parc launches Piazzetta Summer Nights appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident2 JulTavira wine festival returns with 40 producers
Tavira will once again become a showcase for Portuguese wine as Os Dias do Vinho returns for its seventh edition from July 10 to 13. Held in the Jardim do The post Tavira wine festival returns with 40 producers appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident2 JulFree festival brings AC/DC, Iron Maiden and Ramones tributes to Faro
Rock fans can look forward to three days of classic hits when the Faro Tribute Fest returns to the Algarve at the end of July, bringing tribute acts celebrating some The post Free festival brings AC/DC, Iron Maiden and Ramones tributes to Faro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 JunPinetrees marks 41 years with charity family fun day
Pinetrees Riding in Almancil will celebrate its 41st anniversary with a family-friendly charity event next month, raising funds for children’s charity ACCA. The birthday celebration takes place on Sunday, July The post Pinetrees marks 41 years with charity family fun day appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident27 JunPortugal’s oldest fair unveils full 31-day programme
Portugal’s oldest popular fair is preparing to return for another month-long celebration, with organisers unveiling the full entertainment programme for this year’s Feira de São Mateus in Viseu. Running from The post Portugal’s oldest fair unveils full 31-day programme appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunJazz concert
A jazz concert featuring Liane Carroll and her band will be taking place at Carvoeiro Clube de Ténis from 4pm on April 8. Liane Carroll is a well-known jazz singer The post Jazz concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBIG JUMP
Until April 8, the Portimão municipal aerodrome will be the scene of parachuting’s Spring Festival. Every day around 150 enthusiasts from all over the world will be performing over 800 The post BIG JUMP appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunPortuguese Arraial, Queen tribute and disco night headline Vale do Lobo summer
Vale do Lobo has unveiled its summer programme, offering a diverse calendar of experiences for all generations, combining live music, sporting activities, children’s entertainment and some of Portugal’s most cherished The post Portuguese Arraial, Queen tribute and disco night headline Vale do Lobo summer appeared first
Portugal Resident26 JunLagos Food Fest returns with 30 food trucks
One of the Algarve’s biggest celebrations of street food is returning to Lagos next week, with four days of international cuisine, live music and family entertainment. The 11th edition of The post Lagos Food Fest returns with 30 food trucks appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident25 JunMED Festival begins today in Loulé
Loulé‘s historic centre is coming alive today (June 25) as the 22nd edition of the MED Festival gets underway, promising four days of music, culture and gastronomy in what organisers The post MED Festival begins today in Loulé appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident25 JunBrazilian music legend Ivan Lins to perform exclusive Algarve concert
Brazilian music icon Ivan Lins will perform an exclusive Algarve concert on July 11 as part of his international “Ivan Lins – 80 Years” tour, celebrating his 80th birthday and The post Brazilian music legend Ivan Lins to perform exclusive Algarve concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident25 JunCandlelight concerts in Algarve celebrate ABBA, Adele and Hans Zimmer
The internationally acclaimed Candlelight concert series is returning to the Algarve this summer, bringing atmospheric performances inspired by artists ranging from ABBA and Adele to Hans Zimmer, alongside programmes featuring The post Candlelight concerts in Algarve celebrate ABBA, Adele and Hans Zimmer appeared first
Portugal Resident24 JunHistoric Cork Museum returns to Silves with opening-night celebration
The Cork Museum at the historic Fábrica do Inglês in Silves will reopen to the public on Saturday, July 11, with a special event marking the return of one of The post Historic Cork Museum returns to Silves with opening-night celebration appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 JunNew Babell literary festival brings Nobel Prize winners to Porto
Babell, Porto‘s newest literary festival, gets underway today (June 24), bringing Nobel Prize-winning authors, internationally acclaimed writers and a packed programme of cultural events to the city. The inaugural edition The post New Babell literary festival brings Nobel Prize winners to Porto appeared first on Portug
Portugal Resident23 JunDid you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage
I was recently introduced to Marion Buz, founder of the Espaço JALI in Silves, which has become a prominent venue in the Algarve’s cultural scene where art, music and culture The post Did you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunPopulation statistics show immigration ‘now under control’ – minister
Portugal’s minister for the presidency, António Leitão Amaro, has stressed that the revised figure for the number of foreign residents in Portugal, released today by INE, national statistics institute, means The post Population statistics show immigration ‘now under control’ – minister appeared first on Portugal Reside
Portugal Resident22 JunAir Invictus attracts a million people to Porto over weekend
The first edition of Air Invictus in Porto, which involved three days of stunning aerobatics, military flypasts, races over the Douro, music and exhibitions, had an “estimated audience” of around The post Air Invictus attracts a million people to Porto over weekend appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunInternational opera star returns to Faro for charity concert
Opera enthusiasts are being invited to save the date for a special charity performance at Faro’s historic Teatro Lethes this autumn. The Rotary Club Estoi Palace International has announced an The post International opera star returns to Faro for charity concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunSão Lourenço Singers strike a chord with summer concerts
The São Lourenço Singers have concluded their spring season after two successful concerts in the Algarve, combining musical entertainment with support for local causes. The choir’s annual solidarity concert took The post São Lourenço Singers strike a chord with summer concerts appeared first on Portugal Resident .