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Silves Medieval Fair 2026, 7-15 August

Greg Boegner — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:57:00 +0000

The Silves Medieval Fair, one of Portugal’s most dynamic and renowned Medieval Fairs returns this summer. The event of all ages, takes place in the streets of the historic city center, in and around the Castle of Silves, from 7 to 15 August. Visitors take part in recreations of activities as they may have happened centuries ago when Silves was the capital of the Kingdom of the Algarve. Moorish and Christian traditions are on display throughout the grounds of the […]

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ARCO Lisboa Contemporary Art Fair 2026, 28-31 May

PC Staff — Tue, 19 May 2026 14:01:27 +0000

ARCO Lisboa returns to the Cordoaria Nacional from May 28–31, celebrating a decade of bringing contemporary art, collectors, curators, and galleries to the Portuguese capital. The 2026 edition features 83 galleries from 17 countries, reinforcing Lisbon’s growing status as one of Europe’s leading cultural destinations. Portuguese galleries account for 30 of the participants, while 53 international galleries round out the fair’s increasingly global profile. The core General Programme includes 61 galleries. Two curated sections also feature prominently into ARCO. They […]

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Óbidos Chocolate Festival, 6-22 March 2026 – Sweet Art and Family Fun

PC Staff — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The International Festival of Chocolate in Óbidos returns for yet another month of chocolate, chocolate and MORE chocolate, April 25 to 5 May. Kids and adults alike delight...

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Millennium Estoril Open Tennis Tournament 2026, 18-26 July

PC Staff — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:48:00 +0000

The excitement of professional men’s tennis returns to Portugal at the beginning of April with another thrilling edition of the Millennium Estoril Open 2026. Already confirmed for this edition are Italian Luciano Darderi and Russian Andrey Rublev. They will compete against top international stars, including Portugal’s own Nuno Borges. The tournament plays out 18-26 July at the Clube de Ténis do Estoril. For 2026, Estoril Open is an ATP 250 event. The tournament features strictly men’s singles and doubles competitions. […]

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Carvoeiro Black & White Night Street Party, 20 June 2026

PC Staff — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:49:00 +0000

Summer in the Algarve (un)officially begins with a giant party on the beach! Carvoeiro Black & White Night has become THE first “don’t miss” event of the season. Everyone is invited to join the summer fun in the Carvoeiro city center, from the beach (Largo da Praia), along Rua do Barranco, and down Estrada do Farol. The dress code, of course, is black and white. Program for 2026 Party Map Where to Stay Where to Park Yes, there is limited […]

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Essência do Vinho 2026 – Portuguese Wine Celebrated in Porto, 26 February – 1 March

PC Staff — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Essência do Vinho (“Essence of Wine”), the largest event in Portugal celebrating and praising national wines of distinction, returns to the Palácio da Bolsa in Porto, 26 February to 1 March. At this popular exhibition, sit in on wine talks and workshops, chat with over 100 wine experts, understand wine pairings, and of course, taste from the thousands of wine labels represented. Essência do Vinho is a paradise for oenophiles. Just imagine, 4000 wines available for tasting from more than […]

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Loulé White Night | Noite Branca – 28 August 2027

PC Staff — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:50:00 +0000

Loulé White Night | Noite Branca is a biennial event. We look forward to the next festival on 28 August 2027. It’s difficult to say goodbye to Summer in the Algarve. But Loulé White Night | Noite Branca makes it a little easier. This “end of summer” über-party turns the entire central business district of Loulé into one giant chill-out lounge. In 2027, don’t miss this ritual of entertainment, food, dancing and celebration beginning at 8:00pm on Saturday, 28 August. […]

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Carnaval Loulé 2026, 15-17 February

Greg Boegner — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Carnaval de Loulé is the oldest continuous pre-Lenten party in Portugal, with 119 years of celebrations. Thousands of revelers jam the streets. Those in costume strut their stuff. Others are there to watch and enjoy. The parades, each afternoon of 15, 16 & 17 February along Avenida José da Costa Mealha, are full of floats, samba groups, Brazilian dancers and giant costumed characters, providing a rhythmic beat, lots of laughs and pure enjoyment. Carnaval Parade – 15, 16 & 17 […]

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