What's on in the Algarve in October 2026

Every Saturday morning, entertainment with various activities: showcooking, handicrafts, music, etc...

Always on the 3rd Sunday of the month. To participate, a maximum of twelve items is allowed, including books, adult clothing, adult footwear, children's clothing, toys, bags, and costume jewelry.

Every last Sunday of the month, except August.

A partir de 21 de fevereiro, o espaço adjacente ao Polidesportivo da Figueira, recebe o novo Mercadinho da Figueira. A primeira edição é dedicada à laranja. Nas bancas dos produtores locais, poderá e

This exhibition, specifically designed for the unique environment of the mine, offers an immersive experience that combines contemporary art, geology and a deep reflection on the relationship between

A bicentenary exhibition traces Olhao's journey from fishing village to city through photographs, documents and council records.

"Tavira and Cabanas were the site of two SAAL (Local Ambulatory Support Service) operations carried out in the Algarve after April 25, 1974. This pioneering process sought to respond to the needs and

Painting by Pepe Gámez. It is recommended to check in advance with the Municipal Library or the Tourist Information Centre to ensure that the venue is open to the public.

As part of the ‘MNAA está aqui’ programme, the exhibition takes visitors on an artistic journey through five centuries of history. It brings together a selection of ancient artworks from the collectio

Faro's municipal museum pairs 50 works from Lisbon's National Museum of Ancient Art with its own collection in a journey through landscape painting.

Solo show by rising Portuguese artist Cristina Massena opens a new exhibition cycle at Alcantarilha's exhibition centre, through 3 October.

"The Algarve Through the Lens of Asta and Luís de Almeida d’Eça" is a photography exhibition showcasing the artistic work produced by the husband-and-wife photography team between the 1960s and the 19

An immersive exhibition on a 600-year-old carob tree, showing at Museu Municipal de Tavira through 24 October.

Wall sculptures exploring knots as symbols of union and protection go on show at São Brás de Alportel's Centro Museológico.

Oil paintings of the Algarve coast and landscape by self-taught artist J. Eduardo, free to visit at Lagoa's Convento de São José.

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

Opening of the Photography Exhibition by André Boto at Silves. Hours: Monday to Friday: 10.00 am – 6.30 pm | Closed: Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.. Organised by Silves Municipality. Listed i

The Old Fish Market in Portimão is to be transformed into a genuine fado venue, offering snacks, wines and other drinks, as well as a variety of concerts. The venue will also host the exhibition ‘Wha

An exhibition of narrative paintings characterised by a strong illustrative and caricature-like style, in which humour, sarcasm and more macabre elements intertwine to create an emotive and direct vis

Through the technique of tufting, wool is transformed into form and surface, exploring volumes, textures and rhythms that evoke the growth and diversity of the natural world. Each piece arises from a

This exhibition, curated by David Revés and Nicolai Sarbib, directors of Salto in Lisbon, brings together works by Christine Henry (Porto, 1958) and Joana Coelho (Lisbon, 1998), bringing together two

For the 15th edition of the urban art project ARTURb – Artistas Unidos em Residência, the LAC, co-curated by the artist Tamara Alves and Sofia Fortunato, is inviting two internationally renowned artis

The Municipality of Lagoa and the Algarve Guitar Association stage the 13th International Guitar Festival of Lagoa from 18 September to 1 October 2026, timed to World Music Day. The programme takes pl

European Sports Week 2026 at Silves. Organised by Silves Municipality with the support of the European Comission and IPDJ (Portuguese youth Institute). Listed in the official Visit Algarve events guid

The Munich-inspired beer festival returns to Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches, 24 September to 5 October 2026.

Photography Exhibition "Wabi Sabi" at São Brás de Alportel. Hours: 7 pm. Organised by Algarve Group Photographers / APG. Listed in the official Visit Algarve events guide. Details: +351 289 840 100.

Opening of a painting exhibition by Portuguese artist Miguel Laranjeira at Espaço + in Aljezur. The works study the human figure through colour, line and distortion, exploring emotional and psychologi

The Algarve Music Series 2026 is an international music festival that features classical music, chamber music, early music, jazz and flamenco concerts, bringing together prestigious Portuguese and int

Father José Luís Borga & Band at Lagos. Hours: 3 pm. Organised by Lagos Municipal Council (GAPI). Listed in the official Visit Algarve events guide. Details: +351 282 780 900.

A week of folk and roots music at the Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa in Albufeira, from 30 September to 4 October 2026, with Newton Faulkner, Seth Lakeman Trio, The Henry Girls and more.

"STEAM TRAIN" Concert at São Brás de Alportel. Hours: 5 pm. Organised by Grupo Amigos do museu. Listed in the official Visit Algarve events guide. Details: +351 966 329 073.

MAVA and friends close the weekend with house, R'n'B and hip hop every Sunday at Matt's Bar in Albufeira, March to October.

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The workshop includes: Hands-on learning of traditional recipes;Take home 6 stars and 6 stuffed figs that you’ve made yourself; Snack included: golden slices and coffee. Places are limited to 10 par

The Golden Book, a staged educational concert, open to the general public In October, the Multiplicar Silêncios Association presents the Sotavento Early and Baroque Music Series, an initiative bring

The Meia Maratona do Algarve returns on 18 October 2026 with a mini and half marathon passing along the Quarteira promenade and Vilamoura Marina, with a revised start area this year. Participants supp

Amateur golf tournament organised by Clube de Golfe Buraco 19 at Quinta do Vale Golf Course in Castro Marim, with the first tee time at 07:50. The green fee is 55 euros for members and 65 euros for no

Flea market in Faro.

Acupuncture and integrative therapies, on the estate from October into mid-November.

Flea market in Portimão.

Algarve's biggest charity run and walk for cancer awareness, Quarteira to Vilamoura, Sunday 18 October.

A 45-minute concert designed for babies up to 36 months and their older siblings and families, with singer Luísa Sobral as guest soloist. Two sessions run at Tavira's municipal theatre on 18 October,

Family-friendly musical show with live music, singing, storytelling and theatre set in the Renaissance and Baroque periods, presented by Associação Multiplicar Silêncios. Three singers learn that musi

Part of the Fado aos Domingos Sunday afternoon series at the Olhão municipal auditorium, with Pedro Viola on 18 October at 16:00. Entry is free; age rating M/6.

Guitarist and songwriter Frankie Chavez, known for a blues and folk sound with psychedelic touches, plays Cineteatro Louletano. Tickets cost 12 euros.

A theatre piece by Neusa Dias, produced by Co.N125, about a seafarer from Lagos who sails down the African coast after Gil Eanes rounded Cape Bojador, told through the memory of an unnamed woman. Suit

“From the regional museum to the Community Collection: reflections on participation, co-production and heritage mediation”, by João Duarte More information here

Paint your own azulejo using seventeenth-century techniques, every Monday into December.

New edition of the Almanaque da Aldeia initiative at the Cacela heritage research centre (CIIPC), focused on pumpkin as the featured dish. Open to the local community and the public; prior registratio

Street market in Quarteira.

Short painting and drawing courses led by artists from a local gallery.

Mould, paint and glaze an almond blossom piece in the Algarve pottery tradition.

Carlos Agapito plays live at the Viv'o Mercado in the Mercado de Levante in Lagos from 17:30, as part of the council's October music programme at the market. Entry is free.

45-minute beach workout for all levels at Oura Beach East, then drinks at the beach café. First class free.

Weekly Monster giveaways and promotions with house, R'n'B and hip hop every Thursday at Matt's Bar in Albufeira, March to October.

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'Starting from the history of abortion in Portugal, at a time when we mark (almost) two decades since its decriminalisation at the woman's request, we look at history with female solidarity and shared

The European Veterans Championship brings together experience, technique and passion for the sport, establishing the city as a stage for international competitions and reinforcing its connection to ma

Festival Política 2026 in Loulé takes the Constitution of the Portuguese Republic as its theme, with music, comedy, film, performances, exhibitions, talks and activities for children. The detailed pro

A touring Portuguese revista show of songs and comic sketches with Cidália Moreira, Vítor Emanuel, Maria Tavares and actress Raquel Caneca. It plays Tavira's municipal theatre on 22 October at 14:00 a

Work Portuguese cork into decor and jewellery with designer Sandra Louro, Thursdays.

Yasmina Reza's comedy Arte comes to Faro with staging by Antonio Pires and performances by Cristovao Campos, Nuno Lopes and Rui Melo. Three friends fall out over the purchase of an all white painting,

Senior Iyengar Yoga teacher Uday Bhosale, who trained at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute in Pune, leads a weekend workshop at Sol Viegas Yoga Studio in Almancil. The Eventbrite listing ru

Artistic residency and concert presenting the album Nem Tudo Sara by musician Sara Badalo and project Eira Viva at the Auditório Municipal de Olhão. The programme supports new and experimental local m

Pink October: Awareness Walk at São Brás de Alportel. Hours: 5.30 pm. Organised by Portuguese League Against Cancer and São Brás de Alportel Civil Parish Council. Listed in the official Visit Algarve

This chamber concert proposes a sensory and emotional journey through works that explore the timbral richness of the string quartet in dialogue with the clarinet. Glazunov's delicate Rêverie Oriental

45-minute morning beach workout for all levels at Oura Beach East, then coffee at the beach café. First class free.

Carvoeiro Clube de Tenis hosts a veterans' padel tournament on the Portuguese Padel Federation calendar, open to men's and women's categories from 35 to 60 years old. The competition runs across three

Quinta do Lago's padel venue The Campus runs a junior tournament on the Portuguese Padel Federation calendar, with boys' and girls' categories from under 12 to under 18. The event takes place across t

Two-day programme of talks and a book-evaluation session on old books and bibliographic heritage, part of the library's 20th anniversary: a talk on valuing old books on 23 Oct, a Bolsa do Livro apprai

A 45 minute contemporary dance solo by Susana Vilar about change as a space for transformation, between the pull to stay and the wish to move on. It is presented by AORCA and the Lagos council at the

This chamber music concert proposes a sensory and emotional journey through works that explore the timbral richness of the string quartet in dialogue with the clarinet. Glazunov's delicate Rêverie Or

World Music Day Commemorative Concert São Brás de Alportel Philharmonic Band

With Raquel Varela, António Costa Pinto, António Francisco Ventura Pina, Joaquim Fialho Anastácio, Fernando Cabrita and many others. Musical moment by Susana Neves and Ricardo Salvador Martins.

Colloquium on the history and identity of Olhão at the Auditório Municipal de Olhão, followed by a concert with Susana Neves and Ricardo Salvador Martins. It suits residents and anyone with an interes

Vozes do Barrocal Concert at São Brás de Alportel. Hours: 6 pm. Organised by São Brás de Alportel Civil Parish Council. Listed in the official Visit Algarve events guide.

On this day, the Biergarten transforms into a small autumn market, a celebration of togetherness and sharing in a relaxed atmosphere, with family entertainment and live music. Programme: • 1 pm

The October edition of the Cascading Concerts invites L.a.r. (Faro) and RAPOSA (Portimão) for a night of Pop Rock.

New trail race in Rogil on 24 October 2026 with a 46 km ultra (start 08:00), 36 km trail (08:30) and 21 km sprint (09:00). Entry costs 10 to 20 euros; registration closes on 17 October or at 400 runne

Street market in São Brás de Alportel.

Street market in Lagos.

Gypsy market in Loulé.

Flea market in Monte Gordo.

Riverside market in Olhão.

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Author Cidália Correia presents a bilingual Portuguese and Spanish children's book for ages 6 to 10, based on a true story set between Vila Real de Santo António and the Guadiana border, with illustra

Concerts by the Grupo Coral de Lagos with guest choirs, part of the choir's 50th anniversary: Igreja da Luz on 24 October 2026 at 17:00 and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo on 25 October at 15:30. Fre

A two hour creative writing workshop with author David Roque, focused on building and developing fictional characters. It is for ages 16 and over with a limit of 16 participants. Free, with registrati

Flamenco performance at the Auditório Carlos do Carmo in Lagoa, led by dancer and choreographer Jesus Herrera with a company of musicians and dancers. The show covers several styles of flamenco dance

A guided evening through the resort's kitchens, for people who want the full range in one sitting.

Object theatre piece about sound memory and the effect of heavy mobile phone use, presented by the puppet company Mãozorra in Vila do Bispo on 24 October 2026 at 19:30. About 30 minutes.

Portuguese tribute band One Vision, with singer Alex VanTrue channelling Freddie Mercury, brings a night of Queen's greatest hits to Casino Monte Gordo as one date on a three venue Algarve casino tour

Tribute band One Vision performs Queen's hits at Casino Monte Gordo on 24 October as a dinner show. Dinner admission is from 20:00, with the show at 22:30. The dinner show costs 50 euros per person.

Final of the amateur fado contest run by Clube Artístico Lacobrigense with Lagos council, at Centro Cultural de Lagos on 24 October 2026 at 21:00. About two hours, ages 6 and up. Tickets at the centre

Composer Rodrigo Leão presents O Rapaz da Montanha in the concert marking the anniversary of Tavira's municipal theatre. The show is on 24 October at 21:30 and lasts about 75 minutes. Tickets cost 15

The October edition of the Concertos em Cadeia series at LAC brings two Algarve pop rock acts, L.a.r. from Faro and Raposa from Portimão. The night starts at 21:30. Tickets are sold at the door.

A narrated concert for a first discovery of the world of jazz, in a relaxed and interactive way. Between live performances and fun facts about the instruments, styles and improvisation, families are

This chamber concert proposes a sensory and emotional journey through works that explore the timbral richness of the string quartet in dialogue with the clarinet. Glazunov's delicate Rêverie Oriental

"Cunha's Patio" is a theatrical comedy starring Carlos Cunha and Erika Mota, set on a patio in a neighbourhood on the outskirts of Lisbon. The day goes by and countless characters turn up on the patio

Setting off from the Zona Ribeirinha (waterfront), the initiative combines physical activity, socialising and awareness-raising for breast cancer prevention, inviting the whole community to take part

Theme: Water and biodiversity on the trail of Bárbara Dias. Come and walk the ancient, fertile paths of Mesquita-Bengado and discover the water and ecological riches of the Barrocal: amongst ancient

Street market in Almancil.

Guided walk led by archaeologist Maria João Valente, organised by the Cacela heritage research centre (CIIPC) in its Passos Contados series, exploring how people ate in Cacela in the medieval period.

International canoe ascent of the Arade river on 25 October, in tourism-nautical and competition categories, starting from the Clube Naval de Portimão. Entries until 22 October. Backed by the Lagoa, P

A one hour family session at the Centro Ciência Viva de Lagos exploring the basics of aerodynamics through hands on challenges and experiments. It is suitable for children aged 5 and over. Places are

Part of the Fado aos Domingos Sunday afternoon series at the Olhão municipal auditorium, with fadista Tatiana Pinto on 25 October at 16:00. Entry is free; age rating M/6.

The Conselho Português para a Paz e Cooperação holds its fourth Concert for Peace in Loulé, bringing together several artists at Cineteatro Louletano. Entry is free with a ticket.

A free classical concert in Quelfes' parish church, part of Olhao's 200th anniversary celebrations.

The Concordis Guitar Quartet, founded in 2005, plays a one hour concert in the Igreja de São Sebastião in Lagos as part of the Sons ao Crepúsculo series. The repertoire focuses on Portuguese music, in

The Orquestra Barroca d'Aquém Mar performs a concert for two sopranos and baroque orchestra with works by Portuguese and Brazilian composers of the eighteenth century. The programme is inspired by the

Lagos marks its Municipal Day on 27 October in honour of its patron São Gonçalo de Lagos, with flag raising, a formal session and cultural activities from 09:00. Free; the full programme was still to

ACTA brings its staging of the Sermon of Saint Anthony to the Fishes to the Cineteatro Antonio Pinheiro in Tavira, in a morning performance.

Street market in Quarteira.

Multidisciplinary show of music, dance and projected water imagery. The rock band Nameless and singer Lena Younes perform songs from her album Azulita with young dancers of D'Dance Company. Runtime 75

Gypsy market in Boliqueime.

The event features solo concerts in various municipalities across the region, keeping the usual chamber music and choir music, with the participation of several Portuguese and international organists.

Three days of historic motor racing, parades and classic car displays at the Algarve International Circuit.

ATA, a dance piece by Maria Fonseca about death, care and ritual, is performed at Cineteatro Louletano on 30 and 31 October at 14:30 and 17:00. Tickets cost 10 euros; ages 12 and over.

Book presentation coordinated by Pedro Albuquerque and Patrícia Monteiro, with talks by Pedro Albuquerque and Fernando Pessanha, on Iberian borders, history, cooperation and globalisation.

Mandolinist Avi Avital and pianist Vasco Dantas play at the Igreja de São Sebastião in Lagos on 30 October 2026 at 19:00, as part of the Algarve Music Series. About 60 minutes. Free entry.

A dinner show tribute to Queen by the band One Vision at Casino Praia da Rocha.

Maré honours the life and work of fishermen and fishing communities through music, video and literature, with Celina da Piedade, Quiné Teles, Sara Vidal and others. It plays the Olhão municipal audito

In this practical workshop designed for beginners, you will learn how to select the best dried figs and master the traditional Algarve techniques of working with figs, such as the iconic fig cheeses a

Come and feel the soul of the Blues: three chords, twelve bars and timeless emotion. Programme: 10.00, 12.00 | Municipal Market >10.00: John Wolf, featuring pupils from the S. Brás de Alportel Munici

Loulé Market is the starting point for this experience, where participants are invited to discover fresh, local produce, visit the producers’ stalls and select the ingredients they will then use to cr

Reviving the tradition of ‘ajudadas’, occasions when family and friends would come together, in a spirit of mutual aid and cooperation, to support the landowner with a particular agricultural task,

Street market in São Brás de Alportel.

Swap meeting for stamp, coin and other collectors at the Armazém Regimental in Lagos on 31 October 2026, 09:00 to 13:00 and 14:30 to 17:30. Organised by the Gil Eanes philatelic and numismatic associa

Street market in Lagos.

Gypsy market in Loulé.

Riverside market in Olhão.

A 50 minute session for children aged 4 and over and their families with Vanessa Alexandra and JeanJacques, using music, movement and breathing games inspired by the book Mindfulness para Crianças. It

Afonso Dias presents a 90 minute recital of poems and songs in tribute to the poet Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen at the Lagos municipal library. Entry is free, with registration required up to 48 h

A community theatre piece created by Questão Repetida at the invitation of the Centro Cultural de Lagos, bringing local people to the stage. The one hour show looks at wanting, excess and waste in a w

The Orquestra do Algarve, under Polish conductor Rafal Kloczko in his Portuguese debut, plays Lessel, Anna Clyne, Haydn and Boccherini's Symphony No. 6 'La casa del diavolo'. At Auditório Carlos do Ca

Punk rock Halloween night at LAC in Lagos on 31 October 2026 from 20:00, organised by The House Of A 1000 Punks, with snacks and costumes encouraged. Tickets through LAC.

A dinner show tribute to Queen by the band One Vision at Casino Vilamoura.

Open stage at Teatro Lethes where all talents and forms of expression are welcome, solo or in groups, with a song, a word, a performance or even silence. Religious and political propaganda acts are ex

First creation of AL JUVENIAL, the Algarve's contemporary dance company, directed by Sara Martins and reflecting on the body and the intangible heritage of the Algarve. At TEMPO Portimão on 31 October

Choreographers Ana Borralho and Joao Galante premiere Techno-Zombies, an 80 minute performance set on the border between the real and the virtual, drawing on science fiction and video game imagery. Th

Fado singer Raquel Tavares returns to the stage after a career break, while preparing a new album. She plays Tavira's municipal theatre on 31 October at 21:30. Tickets cost 15 euros.

The Clube Desportivo de Odiáxere holds a Halloween ball at its clubhouse on the night of 31 October, starting at 22:00. Entry is free.