Tracking culture for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Culture · EconomySecure early-bird tickets for Coala Festival 2026 in Cascais featuring Maria Bethânia, João Gomes and more. See prices, transport tips and local road closures.
Economy · CultureLisbon grad Manuel Portugal launched Nata NYC, importing Portuguese butter, hiring bilingual staff and turning pastéis de nata into a staple for NYU students.
Culture · TourismSetúbal Jazz Festival 2026 returns 5–14 Feb: 10 nights of jazz in cinemas, churches & free photo shows—boosting winter tourism for local cafés and hotels.
Culture · TourismExplore Porto’s Serralves Museum for Joan Miró’s late works paired with 50+ contemporary pieces. Tickets from €12, free Sundays. Open until Jan 2027—plan visit.
Culture · EconomyDiscover Presença’s spring lineup of prize-winning fiction and finance guides arriving in Portuguese bookstores March-June. Pre-order now and save 10%.
CultureAlcoutim funds free Friday music classes for public-school children in rural Algarve. Save on tuition and enrol easily—reserve your spot in Portugal’s newest community arts programme.
Culture · National NewsAfter Maria Paula Meneses’s death, dozens of post-colonial PhD projects in Portugal are suddenly without supervision or funding. See key deadlines and new support options.
Culture · TourismJoin Loulé’s Feb 15–17 Superhero Carnival—€2 tickets aid Algarve charities and winter tourism. Enjoy 13 floats, 600 performers and an 80k-visitor economic boost.
Economy · CulturePortugal’s book market grew 6.9% in 2025 as children’s titles and adult coloring books surged. Stable prices and local livrarias point to steady growth—learn more.