The Algarve International Racetrack has multiple races planned for the rest of the year
Start your engines – September 2, 2024 Algarve International Racetrack (AIA) By WorldSBK Following a series of exciting races in the first half of the year, including the first TCR World Ranking Final, the MotoGP Portuguese Grand Prix and the Superbike World Championship, the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA) still has plenty to offer motorheads for 2024, including the return of the European Le Mans Series. Between October 4-6,...
Silves showcases photographs by Ana Abrão capturing a year of Asian cultural experiences
Portuguese-Brazilian photographer Ana Abrão showcases “Other Worlds and Kalasha” – September 2, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell | Photos Ana Abrão Portuguese-Brazilian photographer Ana Abrão is showcasing some of her works with the Other Worlds and Kalasha exhibition, which will be on display at the Misericórdia Church in Silves until December 31. “This is a unique opportunity to explore human diversity and beauty through the lens of...
Lagoa to celebrate International Ecology Day with free workshops at Fontes de Estômbar this September
Taking place at the idyllic Fontes de Estômbar Municipal Park, there will be workshops and activities during the day – August 30, 2024 The Municipality of Lagoa, alongside the Portuguese Society of Ecology and A Rocha (a Christian Association for the Defense of the Environment), will host a series of activities to promote International Ecology Day, an initiative that aims to establish the link between ecology and society towards...
Via Algarviana network launches new guide for walking holidays in the Algarve
For travellers searching where to sleep and eat and interesting activities, the app Via Algarviana offers a trusted guide – August 29, 2024 The Via Algarve website and app have recently launched a “Certified Partner Network”, focused on providing walkers and cyclists with a trusted guide to the region’s interior, in response to the growing interest in more secluded areas of the Algarve. The project aims to promote sustainable...
‘Noites No Cais’: Lagos to host two special concerts with performances by The Gift and Noble
As part of the ‘Noites No Cais’ event, audiences can look forward to two days of unique and memorable performances by prominent Portuguese artists – August 28, 2024 The Gift The Noites no Cais event will feature two musical performances this September 7 (Saturday) and 8 (Sunday) at the iconic Cais das Descobertas and Jardim da Constituição, in Lagos. Performing on the first night will be Noble (Pedro Fidalgo), a young Portuguese...
September brings Arrebita Food Fest to Portimão with dishes prepared by top Portuguese chefs
The 5th edition of the gastronomic festival once again brings top and emerging chefs from Portugal to the heart of Portimão – August 27, 2024 | Photos Arrebita Portugal On September 7-8 (Saturday and Sunday), Portimão invites everyone to try dozens of Portuguese dishes at the 5th edition of the Arrebita Portimão festival, featuring several renowned and emerging Portuguese chefs who will be cooking delicious dishes for just €7 each....
Art Academy Marina de Lagos to host their annual event this September
The event’s concept this year is a fashion show, which will be accompanied by “live music, wine and fantastic sculptures” – August 22, 2024 Under the artistic direction of Kasia Wrona and with the support of Marina de Lagos, Art Academy, nestled in Lagos Marina, will be presenting a fashion show on September 21st. The event promises to bring the marina to life with stunning outfits, vibrant collections, and an explosion of colour....
Lagos prepares for famous midnight swim event ‘Banho 29’
Lagos and Praia da Luz beach to celebrate traditional ‘bath’ with live music, performances, fireworks and more – August 21, 2024 The annual traditional celebration of the ‘Banho 29’ midnight swim is coming up this August 29, with a ‘big party’ that will take place simultaneously in the city of Lagos and Praia da Luz beach. Originally associated with the rituals marking the end of the summer season, this event of unclear origins is one...
Lagoa-based kids’ rugby club looking for head coach and assistant coaches
The Algarve University Rugby Club is in need of head coach and assistants for next season – August 20, 2024 Algarve University Rugby Club, Photo Phaze Photography Based in Lagoa, the Algarve University Rugby Club (CRUAL) is looking for a new head coach and assistant coaches for its kids’ rugby team for the coming season. The team, composed of boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 18, is looking for a new head coach who knows the...
Lagoa celebrates 20th anniversary of ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’ sweets fair this August
As the main highlight of the annual Conventual Sweets event, the traditional sweets are sure to delight visitors – August 20, 2024 Lagoa is preparing to host its annual sweets fair, the ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’, at the Centro Cultural Convento de S. José, from August 29 to September 1. Visitors can enjoy traditional sweets made by expert pastry-makers from across the country, as well as sweets crafted according to the recipes...
Wine Talk: Patrick Stuart weighs in on his latest discoveries
Explore 3 different wine options for this Summer – August 16, 2024 | Text Patrick Stuart Maria Izabel 2020 white I wrote about this wine back in 2017, having tried the 2015 vintage and it is interesting to see how this 2020 is significantly different. This used to be a wine with noticeable oak on the nose, but the producer has clearly moved with the times. Maria Izabel 2020 white The wine is now made from a blend of Cerceal, Viosinho,...
Lagos Modern Music Festival brings pop, rock, funk, soul and jazz to Praia da Luz this weekend
Lagos MMFest returns this August for its third edition – August 13, 2024 Praia da Luz sets the stage for the third edition of the Lagos Modern Music Festival starting this Thursday, August 15, until Sunday, August 18. The festival brings together different musical genres and offers a platform for emerging bands, celebrating musical diversity in a stunning seaside setting, providing the opportunity for everyone to enjoy a variety of...
Great success: Hundreds attended Lagos’ sweetest summer fair
A fusion of history, culture, and flavour characterised the 35th edition of Lagos’ traditional Arte Doce Fair this year – August 13, 2024 The 35th Arte Doce Fair in Lagos, held from July 24 to 28, was a great success, attracting hundreds of visitors to an incredible event that brought together tradition and innovation. This year saw an increase in participating businesses at the fair, attracting a large number of visitors and...
Turkish rider Toprak Razgatlioglu strikes new Superbike World Championship record
Algarve International Racetrack saw an historic victory last Sunday at the for Toprak Razgatlioglu from Turkey – August 13, 2024 Toprak Razgatlioglu Photo by WorldSBK Last Sunday, August 11, the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA) in Portimão saw history being made by the Turkish rider Toprak Razgatlioglu, who achieved his 13th straight victory in the FIM Superbike World Championship, making it a new Superbike record. Competing for...
New four-star hotel to be built in Ferragudo
The new hotel will revitalise an area that is currently rundown and abandoned, transforming it into a high-quality reference point in the municipality of Lagoa – August 9, 2024 The Água Hotels Group has announced the construction of a new four-star hotel between Parchal and Ferragudo, near the Arade Congress Centre. With a total investment of €20 million, construction is expected to begin in 2025, and the hotel is scheduled to open in...
Silves Medieval Fair is back with unforgettable experiences
The highly popular event returns to Silves from August 9-17 – August 8, 2024 Starting this Friday, the iconic fair will bring back historical recreations to Silves for nine days of unforgettable experiences. There will be no shortage of entertainment, including historical shows with jousts on horseback and swordfighting, fire and belly dances, medieval processions, and many other performances taking place throughout the city at...
Exhibition uncovers the history behind the Algarve’s tourism image, captured by photographers Almeida D’Eça in the 60s and 70s
Ferragudo is showcasing several works by the first professional photographers who portrayed the Algarve as a tourist destination, in an exhibition in Ferragudo until Friday, August 16 – July 26, 2024 The Algarve’s iconic touristic images in the 60s and 70s were created by photographers Asta and Luís de Almeida d’Eça who became renowned for their promotional photographs, creating the image of the Algarve as a tourism destination as we...
Major expansion planned for Portimão Marina to accommodate superyachts
Estimated to cost between €12 million and €14 million, the project will boost nautical tourism and local economy – July 18, 2024 | Photos Beatriz Maio/Open Media Group The new project for the expansion of Portimão Marina will create 30 new mooring berths for superyachts, announced Pedro Machado, Portugal’s Secretary of State for Tourism, last week in the presence of regional leaders André Gomes, Algarve Tourism boss, Portimão mayor...
French acrobatic circus show comes to Portimão’s riverside this July 18-20
Incredible stunts to be performed for three nights, free for everyone to attend – July 17, 2024 French company AKOREACRO brings exciting performances with the new circus show ‘Arrêt DUrgence’. For three straight nights, between July 18 (Thursday) and July 20 (Saturday), Portimão’s Zona Ribeirinha riverside, near the Clube Naval de Portimão, will be the stage for a lot of fun for the whole family. AKOREACRO’s show will bring controlled...
Silves Sunset Secrets: There is still time to enjoy the sunsets at the castle
Thursdays at the Castle bring various concerts for the whole family to enjoy warm summer afternoons – July 15, 2024 The yearly summer event Sunset Secrets – Thursdays at the Castle (“Quintas do Castelo”) brings together fun for everyone and great views over the city of Silves. With a capacity of 600 people, there is a lot of room for the perfect end of the evening. The event provides the perfect chance to unwind and relax at “one of...
