Silves announces 22 nights of jazz, wine and tapas
Intimate cellar concerts return for a cosy mix of jazz, wine and heritage across Silves’ wineries – December 4, 2025 | Photo Chris Bair, Unsplash The smooth sounds of jazz are returning to Silves as the municipality launches the 9th edition of Jazz nas Adegas (Jazz in Wine Cellars), its popular blend of live music and fine wine. Running until May 23, the much-loved series will feature 22 intimate sessions held in wineries and estates...
Porches turns into magical Christmas Village this weekend
Christmas magic returns to Porches with market stalls, music and family fun – December 4, 2025 Porches is preparing its 3rd edition of Porches Vila Natal, taking place between Friday, December 5 and Sunday, December 7, across the village streets. A Christmas market will feature local artisans and producers, along with live music, food and entertainment for the whole family. Everyone is invited to join the Christmas parade and take...
Local artist Anke Punt Bach unveils 23 watercolour-on-wood abstract paintings
Lagoa welcomes exhibition by the internationally experienced local artist – December 3, 2025 Lagoa is hosting a new exhibition by local artist Anke Punt Bach, entitled “Evolution”, featuring 23 delicate watercolour-on-wood paintings in the library atrium from December 5 to January 23, 2026. “’Evolution’ shows my journey to discover new techniques and ways to express,” says Anke. Her watercolour paintings on wood have what she calls a...
Lagos hosts Wine Fair this November 27 highlighting rosé wines
Madame Wineshop & Bar shines a light on the depth of misunderstood rosé wines – November 26, 2025 Lagos’ Madame Wineshop & Bar is hosting a “mini wine fair” this Thursday, November 27, dedicated exclusively to rosé wines from Portugal, Italy and France, featuring a curated selection from three seasoned, low-intervention winemakers. As rosé is still often linked with summer, simplicity and lightness, a new generation of...
Living statues return to Lagoa this December
Immersive characters bring a festive atmosphere to Lagoa’s streets – November 26, 2025 | Photos Estátuas Vivas no Natal Lagoa will host the 11th edition of its Christmas street-performance tradition, bringing two days of stunning artistic displays to the town centre, described as the oldest of its kind in southern Portugal. Taking place on December 12, Friday (3pm and 6pm) and December 13 (10am to 1pm) along Rua 25 de Abril and Largo...
Another success as radiant Silves art fair lights up the Algarve art scene despite heavy rain
The 4th Art Expo Algarve brought together 60 artists for three vibrant days – November 19, 2025 | Text and Photos Eric Roth Sixty artists who showed their creations at the Art Expo Algarve Torrential rain didn’t dampen the spirits of 60 determined artists who had worked all year preparing for the 4th annual Art Expo Algarve. They brought their talent, energy, and enthusiasm to the Fissul Convention Center in the heart of historic...
Next generation of football talent heads to Portimão this weekend for the U14 International Cup
Young elite stars from Liverpool, Benfica, Sporting and over 30 other clubs from around the world to compete in the Algarve this weekend – November 13, 2025 The city of Portimão is set to host some of the brightest young football talents in the world as the U14 Portimão International Cup kicks off this weekend, from November 14 (Friday) to November 16 (Sunday). The tournament will bring together elite youth teams from across Europe...
Get creative this festive season with TEIAS November workshops in Lagos
TEIAS TEIAS Art Association and store presents different workshops, with a wine and art evening as well – November 4, 2025 Lagos-based TEIAS Art Association and store (Teias Artísticas Association), a collective of different artists from multiple styles and fields, is getting ready to host a series of inspiring creative workshops. From painting and ceramics to festive crafts and design, there will be a wide range of creative...
The One restaurant welcomes Quinta do Crasto for a Wine Dinner to remember this November
Five exquisite courses and five exceptional wines from the Douro region – October 31, 2025 Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort’s The One restaurant is hosting an exclusive wine dinner this November 7 (Friday), in partnership with Douro’s Quinta do Crasto, promising to be an unforgettable evening. The One Restaurant has received the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine, establishing itself as a specialist in fine wines and...
4th edition of Art Expo Algarve gathers artists from Portugal and abroad in Silves this November
The Expo will feature more than 60 artists, and will invite visitors to take part in interactive activities for extra fun – October 29, 2025 The 4th edition of Art Expo Algarve, one of the biggest art exhibitions in southern Portugal, is approaching soon, taking place from November 14-16 (Friday to Sunday) at the FISSUL Pavilion in Silves, sponsored by Art Lovers Algarve. Featuring over 60 talented artists, the exhibition will...
