Are you ready to embrace the world of marionettes and animated forms all over Lisbon? Then, you will love the International Festival of Puppets and Animated Forms from international and national companies at several venues in Lisbon. Explore the world of puppets as artist demonstrate their view of the world while establishing relationships between marionettes,...

If are you visiting Lisbon in May, then you cannot miss International Museum Day. This year's theme is Museums for Education and Research. Enjoy different cultural experiences as Museums open their doors, offering activities from dance shows, guided and staged tours, theatre, and more. Find several cultural institutions across the city you can explore for...

If you are in Lisbon, why not attend one of the most beautiful military ceremonies on the third Sunday of each month at 11 a.m.? The Solemn Changing of the Guard takes place at the National Palace of Belém. The ceremony offers great symbolism and tradition and guarantees permanent security to the Official Residence of...

If you are an art lover and are in Lisbon in May, visit the International Contemporary Art Fair. The ARCOlisboa Contemporary Art Fair is back again with a handpicked selection of galleries and a strong dedication to promoting Portuguese art and its links with the global art scene. ARCOlisboa provides a distinctive opportunity to explore,...

Taylor Swift is visiting Lisbon on her Eras tour in Benfica stadium. Hurry up and get your tickets if you want to experience this.

The IndieLisboa festival will once again feature dozens of films over 11 days, as well as concerts, meetings, debates, parties, and workshops. Independent cinema is a diverse world of fiction, documentaries, animation, and experimental films of various lengths, from shorts to feature-length productions. The event will feature recent films grouped by themes, exclusive, unreleased works,...

The Trezena to Saint Anthony began in Bologna, Italy in 1617. Legend has it that a woman prayed to Saint Anthony for nine consecutive Tuesdays and received divine intervention. Her prayers were answered, and she inspired others to follow. Praying to Saint Anthony over nine Tuesdays became popular. The Trezena involves a series of prayers,...

Save the following information: From May 29 to June 2, 2024, Lisbon will host the Moga Festival 2024, promising an amazing beach festival experience filled with electronic music, art, wellness, gastronomy, and insightful discussions.

COALA festival started in 2014 in São Paulo to provide a stage for emerging artists from the new Brazilian music scene. It has become one of Brazil’s most prominent festivals. This year, COALA is taking place in Europe and will focus on Portuguese-speaking music from Brazil, Portugal, and Africa. Gilberto Gil, Baiana System, Mayra Andrade,...

Join in the celebration of the Popular Saints in Lisbon, a unique and lively event every year. Locals, known as alfacinhas, honor their patron saint, Saint Anthony, with parades and street parties that last from June 12th to 13th. The festivities include the Marchas Populares, a traditional neighborhood parade, and the Arraiais, where people gather...

Have you planned your trip to Lisbon in June? If not, it is time to get moving, as June is a busy month for the Festas dos Santos Populares Lisbon. Are you ready to move your body? The Popular Saints feast days of Saint Peter, Saint John, Santo Antonio, and other saints are not to be...

The Marchas Populares is a long-standing tradition in Lisbon, celebrated every year on the evening of June 12th. About 20 different neighborhoods compete with each other, showcasing their best music, choreography, costumes, and lyrics judged by a special jury. This night is also the scene of an enormous party and street festival, unique to Lisbon....