Culture · TourismVagos Turbocharges Summer 2026 with a Five-Day Metal Marathon
Vagos Metal Festival grows to five days, 5–9 Aug 2026. €159 passes selling fast; rail and airport shuttles help fans across Portugal book now.
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Tourism · CultureHow Halloween Became the Algarve’s Surprise Second Summer Season
Algarve Halloween 2024 unleashes 12 days of parades, haunted parks and seaside parties—your second summer. Grab dates, ticket prices and insider travel hacks.
Culture · TourismAbrantes Riverside Dessert Festival Mixes Convent Sweets, Live Music and Yoga
Sample Portugal’s convent pastries, catch fado and join yoga at Abrantes Sweet Festival. Free entry, Lisbon trains in 95 min—plan your visit.
Culture · National NewsHigh-Tech Security Overhaul Set for 13 October Pilgrimage in Fátima
Expect 350,000 pilgrims, drones and controls as GNR steps up security for the Fátima pilgrimage on 13 Oct. Check routes, parking and QR bracelets before travel.
Culture · TourismCarvoeiro's Cliff-Top Chapel Merges Maritime Lore and Modern Art
Discover Algarve cliff-top chapel in Carvoeiro: 500 years of maritime heritage, moving art displays and Atlantic views. Plan your visit now.
Culture · TourismViana do Castelo Puts Global Theatre Icons Centre-Stage This November 2024
Experience Viana do Castelo Theatre Festival 2024: 11 shows, debates and full accessibility. Book seats for Milo Rau, Familie Flöz and Ruy de Carvalho today.
Health · CultureAlgarve Waterfront Gala Channels Evening Glimmer Into Cancer Support
Join the Algarve cancer fundraiser gala for music, raffles & sunset views; half of each €40 ticket funds vital screening and patient support.
CultureLisbon's 2026 NOS Alive Gets Spiritual Finale From Florence + The Machine
Reserve your Lisbon pass: Florence + The Machine unveil a rebirth-themed finale at NOS Alive, 11 July 2026. Grab tickets now—don't miss out.
Culture · EconomyPortuguese Publishers Prepare Their Biggest Post-Covid Showing at Frankfurt Book Fair
Frankfurt Book Fair: Portugal’s 60-strong team boosts rights deals, new translations and expat reading choices. Check key events and dates.