What's on in the Algarve in January 2027
30 events across the Algarve in January 2027, from concerts and festivals to weekly markets and workshops, in Albufeira, Monchique, Lagos, Vila Real de Santo António, Loulé, Sagres and more. 23 are free to attend. Updated daily.
On throughout the month
Photography Exhibition “Times pass … memories remain" by Vítor de Sousa
A tribute to the life and work of the photographer born in Albufeira on 15 June 1932. He began photographing the town of Albufeira between 1948 and 1950, continuing this work until 2016; his photograp
Through the Walking Trails of Monchique
For the purpose of exploring the walking trails in the municipality of Monchique, the aim of the event is to complete the trails/routes in the shortest possible time, either by walking or trail runnin
Natal em Lagos 2026
Lagos municipality Christmas programme from 28 November to 5 January: Christmas village themed Lagos Baía de Natal, Santa's house, a Mercadinho (small market), children's rides, street animation, phot
Vila Natal and Giant Nativity Scene, Vila Real de Santo António
The Pombaline centre of Vila Real de Santo António becomes a Christmas village from 30 November to 6 January, with the Vila Natal, a giant nativity scene and family entertainment around the open air s
Monchique Christmas 2026
This year, the Municipality of Monchique celebrates the Christmas season with an extensive programme of activities designed to enliven the town and attract visitors under the theme "Monchique Natal".
New Year's Eve in Vilamoura with Mariza
Vilamoura rings in 2027 with a gala evening at the Centro de Congressos do Algarve starting at 19:00 with a welcome cocktail and dinner. Fado singer Mariza performs at 22:30 ahead of a midnight firewo
Friday 1 January
First Sunset of 2027: Carolina Deslandes in Albufeira
The Albufeira New Year celebrations continue on 1 January with a free concert by Carolina Deslandes on Praia dos Pescadores at the first sunset of 2027, closing the Carpe Nox programme. Exact start ti
Saturday 2 January
Sunday 3 January
Monday 4 January
Wednesday 6 January
Friday 8 January
Saturday 9 January
Portimonense v Chaves (Liga Portugal 2)
Portimonense host Desportivo de Chaves at the Estádio Municipal de Portimão in round 17 of Liga Portugal 2. Kick-off time to be confirmed by the league nearer the date.
XXVIII Vilamoura International Golf Classic
Week long amateur golf holiday based at the Hilton Vilamoura with individual Stableford rounds and a fourball betterball across the Old Course, Pinhal, Laguna and Millennium in Vilamoura. Includes wel
Sunday 10 January
Wednesday 13 January
Frequently asked
What's on in the Algarve in January 2027?
30 events are listed across the Algarve in January 2027 on Algarve Circle, spanning concerts, festivals, markets, parties and workshops in towns including Albufeira, Monchique, Lagos, Vila Real de Santo António, Loulé. The guide is updated daily.
Are there free events in the Algarve in January 2027?
Yes. 23 of the listed events for January 2027 are free to attend, including weekly markets and municipal events.
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