Discover three of the Algarve’s top beach clubs for the ultimate relaxation and fun
Enjoy the white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters of the Algarve in style whilst sipping on a refreshing drink, whether with family or friends – July 16, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The south of Portugal is celebrated not just for its exquisite gastronomy but also for its incredible landscapes and consistently warm temperatures. The Algarve, with its myriad attractions, boasts some of the most beautiful white-sand beaches,...
World Superbike Championship comes to Portimão this August
Algarve set for action-packed world superbike championship – July 15, 2024 The Algarve International Autodrome (AIA) in Portimão will welcome the seventh round of the World Superbike Championship between August 9 (Friday) and August 11 (Sunday), promising three days of heart-pounding action. Organisers have revealed a completely new programme for the event. All track activities will take place after 12pm, leaving “open space for...
Sardines Festival returns to Portimão’s riverside this July 30
Famous gastronomic festival will bring musical performances by Aurea, Sara Correia, Anjos, Richie Campbell, Marisa Liz, Delfins and much more – July 12, 2024 Portimão’s famous Sardine Festival, taking place between July 30 and August 4, brings back the festive atmosphere of the traditional sardinhada, which promises to tickle the appetites of all visitors. As always, the grills are back in operation and will be filling the riverside...
Portimão’s Zona Ribeirinha welcomes back the Lota Cool Market this July 24
This year’s theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of Portimão’s city status – July 12, 2024 | Photos Lota Cool Market Portimão’s Old Lota area in the Zona Ribieirnha, near the riverside, and Jardim Visconde Bivar will be transformed into a place of pure entertainment and fun from July 24 to July 28. The event will bring live music and incredible DJs, as well as delicious, exotic and international foods, with many...
First stone laid at Portimão’s Nova Vila Retail Park
Rise like a phoenix: New retail park being built on the same plot of land as the previous retail park that was destroyed by a fire in 2012 – July 11, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo Construction of Portimão’s Nova Vila Retail Park started on June 4 with a symbolic ceremony to lay the first stone, organised by Belgian developer Mitiska REIM. The new retail park is being built on the same plot of land as the previous retail park that was...
Noitada Festival: A new summer festival in Portimão will bring together light, art, and culture this July
Portimão’s centenary celebrations spark the debut of the Noitada Festival – July 7, 2024 In honour of its centenary, Portimão is set to dazzle with the debut of the Noitada Festival, transforming the city centre into a vibrant celebration of music, art, and culture on July 26 and 27. For two days, the city’s most iconic areas will come alive with an array of live performances, light installations, and interactive displays, all part of...
Afro Nation ignites Praia da Rocha with a vibrant opening day
The world’s biggest celebration of African music and culture transformed Praia da Rocha and is expected to attract around 35,000 festival-goers – June 28, 2024 | Photos Beatriz Maio The Afro Nation festival couldn’t have got off to a better start this Wednesday (June 26), bringing thousands to Praia da Rocha beach in Portimão. Festival-goers in beachwear enjoyed the festival’s tribal decorations and infectious energy on the...
Afro Nation Festival returns to Portimão this June, with Nicki Minaj as headliner
Portimão’s Praia da Rocha beach will welcome back the Afrobeats festival with a star-studded lineup – June 7, 2024 Burna Boy 4 – Afro Nation Portugal 2023 Portimão’s Praia da Rocha beach will once again set the stage for the Afro Nation festival, returning for its fourth time between June 26 and 28. This year’s headliner is Nicki Minaj, following on the footsteps of Chris Brown in 2022, and 50 Cent in 2023. The...
Art and Food come together in a new project by Loki Restaurant and Sphinx Gallery this June 1st
A new partnership between Sphinx Gallery and Loki restaurant is set to create an exclusive dinner series offering guests a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience – May 27, 2024 Chef João Marreiros from Loki and Lauren Torres from Sphinx Gallery Partners in life and now in business, chef João Marreiros from Loki and Lauren Torres from Sphinx Gallery, both in Portimão, have joined forces to push the “boundaries of culinary artistry”. For this,...
Portimão welcomes Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup and International Tournament starting this May 4
Portimão is once again the International Capital of Rhythmic Gymnastics – May 2, 2024 The city is preparing to host another round of the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup circuit at the Portimão Arena pavilion, welcoming the 31st International Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament, taking place between May 4 and 6, and the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup 2024, between May 10 and 12. Around 103 gymnasts from 28 countries across five...
