Latest news and stories about cultural events in Portugal for expats and residents.
Stefan Weidner contested the idea that the so-called “cancel culture” promoted by the left represents a threat comparable to that resulting from the decisions of governments and institutions.
Featuring a director, librettist, singer, and percussionist from Brazil, 'Ópera de Elevador' by the Sinfonietta de Braga pokes fun at the encounters and tensions between the two nations and returns to the stage on November 14 in Porto.
The first edition of the 'Lisbon Literature Days' begins with the premise of 'Literature and its future in times of political upheaval'. The event, which kicked off this Wednesday at the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, features participants including programmers, editors, and writers from around the world.
The 19th edition of the award, promoted by the Ponte de Sor City Council, offers 1,500 euros to the winner. Young Portuguese speakers up to the age of 35 may apply.
Ulrich Schreiber defends dialogue between writers from countries in conflict and warns of the risks of AI in literary translation. The festival begins this Wednesday at the Gulbenkian.
Portuguese-Brazilian co-production reaches theatres after being presented at Doclisboa and winning three awards at the Gramado Festival.
From musical moments and lectures to art exhibitions, the museum will bring together a variety of artists. The Museum of Contemporary Art was inaugurated in October 2023.
Deadline for submissions is November 19. The prize value is 70,000 euros.
The training ship 'Brasil' will visit Portugal as part of its 40th Midshipman Instruction Voyage. On October 21st and 22nd, the vessel will be open for free public tours at the Port of Lisbon from 1 PM to 5 PM. The ship is carrying 140 midshipmen from the Naval School, alongside 18 invited international midshipmen from various countries. The voyage aims to provide practical experience, enhance professional training, and strengthen international diplomatic ties. In total, the ship will visit 17 ports across 14 countries.
An impressive Portuguese-language programme focused on Brazilian music is set to energise Porto's cultural scene this weekend. On October 17th and 18th, the Instituto Pernambuco-Porto Brasil will host the first Portuguese edition of the Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) Day, featuring free admission and an agenda that brings together concerts, cinema, workshops, and discussions between artists from both sides of the Atlantic. Participants include Almério, Zé Renato, Sérgio Godinho, Samuel Úria, Tiago Nacarato, Mayra Andrade, and Gilmar Bola 8.
A product with Protected Geographical Indication, Odivelas White Marmalade is the main star of the event “Odivelas Conventual – Confectionery at the Monastery”, taking place between October 16th and 18th. Learn the history and secrets of this “Delicacy of Love”.
The writer Jon Fosse was awarded in 2023 and is attending the 11th edition of FOLIO - Óbidos Literary Festival.
The fashion brand Adolfo Domínguez holds its first runway show in Portugal, with the daughter of the founder overseeing the debut at ModaLisboa.
See the images from DN photojournalists Gerardo Santos and Leonardo Negrão capturing a bit of the Brazilian spirit showcased this weekend in Lisbon at the Brasil Origem Week. DN Brasil is the arm of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to live in Portugal. The texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese. Brazil is a 'complete, rich, sustainable and beautiful' country. Brasil Origem Week in Lisbon aims to show that 'there is not just one single Brazilian cuisine, but many'.
Home News Portuguese dancers with disabilities to perform in Paris Portuguese dancers with disabilities to perform in Paris The company Dançando com a Diferença will present the show “Este Mundo” (This World), choreographed by Bouchra Ouizguen, in Paris, France, this week as part of the Festival
Artists from Africa and the African diaspora present their contributions to the Afro-Portugal 2026 initiative.
The ArtCut triennial, an initiative of the Holy See's Dicastery for Culture and Education, arrives in Lisbon on 12 October. Curated by Nuno Crespo under the direction of Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, the event explores the theme 'Exercises in Empathy' across eight global cities. The Lisbon edition features work by artists including Aires Mateus and Helena Almeida, presented across three venues: the Catholic University of Portugal, Brotéria, and the Chiado Museum, under the sub-theme 'Return Home'.
ModaLisboa is holding its 67th edition from Wednesday to Sunday, with a programme that includes collection presentations, talks, exhibitions, installations, and an international conference, with several initiatives open to the public. According to information released by the ModaLisboa Association, the programme for this edition will once again take place mainly at Pátio da Galé, also extending to other locations.
The Chinese dissident is the guest artist for the eighth edition of the contemporary textile art biennial, which is taking place in various venues in Guimarães until 29 November.
The Italian was chosen in an international competition to succeed Pedro Barreiro at the head of the cultural centre in Montemor-o-Novo, in the Évora district.
On the day Noémia de Sousa would have turned 100, and in the Lusa Agency room named after this former journalist, her life and work were commemorated with poetry, music, painting, and Mozambican gastronomy.
The executive committee responsible for organizing the 900th anniversary celebrations of Portugal's founding has been established.
Figures chosen by the President of the Republic will be part of the general council for the commemorations of the 900th anniversary of the founding of Portugal and the Battle of São Mamede.
Alexandre Pais, Ana Rita Bessa, and Pedro Mexia have been appointed to the commission responsible for the 900th anniversary celebrations of Portugal.
The European Heritage Days event includes a wide range of cultural activities taking place across Portugal.
The annual event begins today, featuring a wide range of cultural activities across the country.
