What's happening in Porto: 1-7 April 2024
Book clubs, golf social, stress management workshop, and more.
Monday, 1 April
Competitive ultimate frisbee practice, at Near Campanhã, 18h15-20h
Nortada, Porto's competitive Ultimate Frisbee Team, has practices open to everyone interested in this is a non-contact throwing, running, and jumping team sport. Free to attend and exact location will be provided upon registration.
Buffalo Suzuki Strings concert, at Casa da Música, starts 19h
Buffalo Suzuki Strings, a non-profit music education program based in New York and geared towards string instruments, using the teaching method created by the Japanese musician, philosopher and pedagogue Shinichi Suzuki. Tickets are 5€.
Dr. Love Q&A session, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h
Dr. Love has a Ph.D in what he calls "astraloveology." For those having issues finding someone or those with bumps in the road of a current relationship, he's here to help (in Portuguese). Free to attend but you can book a spot by phone 937 202 918 or email.
Tuesday, 2 April
Happy hour book club, at Trama, 18h-20h
This new book club allows attendees to vote which novels to discuss at these meetups. The cost is 10€ (plus any food and drinks you order) and can be paid at the door.
Running club, meet-up location varies, starts at 19h
Runners of all fitness levels meet weekly to exercise and socialize. Free to join. Email Warren for location details. The group also meets on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Tee-off golf social, at Fino Golf Club, 19h30-21h
An evening for those who love golf or anyone looking to hang out and try something new. Socialize while you swing. The cost is 15€, includes a fino beer, and 90 minutes for golf lessons and a game on our simulators. Reservations are required.
Stress management workshop, at Cozy Yoga and Community, 19h45-21h30
This fun and interactive workshop is designed for highly sensitive people and provide a unique set of physical and metaphysical tools to give you the building blocks to navigate life more easily. Cost is 20€ and registration is required.
Bachata and salsa class, at Espaço Compasso, 20h-23h
This evening will offer opportunities to practice salsa and bachata lessons. Whether you are a beginner or know a couple moves, you will have the chance to pick something new up. The cost starts at 4€ and registration is required.
Wednesday, 3 April
Creative writing for children workshop, at The hidden space, 10h30-12h30
This creative writing workshop uses playful exercises and brings in elements of Dadaism and other surrealist artists, to spark the inspiration and imagination that every child naturally possesses. This workshop is given in English, Portuguese and French, with positive and supportive guidance from artists Paul and Séverine. Costs 20€ per child or 35€ for 2 children of the same family.
Franz Schubert's Winterreise concert, at Mosteiro São Bento da Vitória, starts 19h30
Franz Schubert's Winterreise (or "Winter Journey") will be performed by acclaimed Dutch mezzo-soprano Christianne Stotijn and pianist Pedro Costa. Tickets are 10€.
Attention runners: Sign up now for the Corrida da Mulher 5K on 19 May.
Thursday, 4 April
Portuguese cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 12h-15h
Chef Hugo Araújo will be teaching how to make contemporary Portuguese food. Everything you need for the class is provided (in Portuguese). The cost is 45€ and registration is required.
Filmmakers networking meetup, at Batalha Centro de Cinema, 18h-20h
Meet other creatives in the field of cinema and for all levels of experience. This free event is a welcoming environment for presenting projects and expanding your professional network. Registration required.
Human nature book club, at A Fábrica da Picaria, 19h-21h
This meeting is dedicated to "Human nature" and everyone is invited to briefly present one or more books of any kind (fiction, non-fiction, whatever) that loosely fit within this topic. Free to attend but consumption to support the venue is requested.
Duo Interdito concert, at Casa das Artes, starts 19h30
Duo Interdito, made up of soprano Sofia Marafona and pianist Duarte Pereira Martins, focuses on songs between the 19th and 20th centuries specific to Portuguese compositions. Tickets are 10€.
Friday, 5 April
Pickleball session, at JUST Club, 9h-12h
Courts will be available for those who want to learn or those with experience in pickleball. The cost is 4€ per person for 1.5 hours. Registration is required.
Sofar sounds concert, at Outsite Porto, starts 17h30
Sofar Sounds organizes up-and-coming performers from across musical genres in intimate settings. Musicians and location are kept secret until closer to event time. You can expect 2-3 short sets that last up to 3 hours total. Tickets are 15€.
Coffee cocktails and art workshop, at The Space by Boa, 19h-22h
Start the night with a cocktail made with coffee, paint with coffee, and learn about the characteristics and origins of Senzu's beans from Costa Rica, Bolivia, Panama, and Colombia — presented by The Mindful Step. Tickets are 35€ (use code PORTOSOCIALCLUB for 10% off!).
Franz Schubert's Schwanengesang concert, at Casa das Artes, starts 21h
New Zealand baritone Julian van Mellaerts and pianist João Araújo will perform Franz Schubert's final songs, composed in the last months of his life. Tickets are 10€.
Aggressive Girls concert, at Barracuda Rock Club, starts 23h
Hardcore-punk band Aggressive Girls will headlining this show with Ricardo Nuno Beja and Paulo Couto also performing. Tickets are 5€ and include one free beer (available via MBWay (917 417 038) or at the door).
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Saturday, 6 April
Feira da Vandoma weekly flea market, at Av. 25 de Abril, 9h-18h
Find antiques, clothes, furniture, toys, books, and who knows what else at this weekly flea market. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
"Drawing and painting beautiful faces" book club, at Café Casa da Música, 11h-12h30
This creative book club's next meetup will focus on Drawing and Painting Beautiful Faces: A Mixed-Media Portrait Workshop by Jane Davenport. Free to attend but consumption to support the venue is requested.
Ultimate frisbee, at Parque da Cidade do Porto, 13h15-15h15
This is a non-contact throwing, running, and jumping team sport. This mixed-gender mixed-cultural ultimate frisbee pickup game is open to everyone. Free to attend.
Wines to discover spring festival, at Alfândega do Porto, 14h-20h30
This festival brings together 50 wine producers with lots of varieties to taste. Advance tickets are 14€ until 5 April at 18h00 and includes all the tastings you would like. Tickets at the event will be 18€.
Chocolate bar workshop, at GLAD - Chocolate Lab & Store, 15h-16h15
This interactive workshop teaches you how bean-to-bar chocolate is crafted, includes a guided tasting of GLAD's bars, and a chance to make your own bar. Tickets are 25€.
Bring your own book club, at Café Casa da Musica, 15h-17h
Open to everyone interested in cultural exchanges and learning about new literature. Attendees are encouraged to bring a book or a graphic novel they want to discuss. Free to attend but consumption to support the venue is requested.
Neapolitan cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h-18h
Chef Stefania de Sena comes from Naples, bringing her enthusiasm in teaching others how to cook Neapolitan cuisine. Everything you need for the class is provided. The cost is 40€ and registration is required.
Hills of Lapa architecture tour, at Largo da Lapa, 16h-18h
Architectours focus on the architecture of a certain neighborhood. This walking tour will focus on Lapa and trace the layout, the history, and impact on the city. The walk will be around 3km and hilly, so wear comfortable shoes. Tickets are 10€ and reservations are required.
Microvolumes 4.47 concert, at Sonoscopia, starts 18h
A night filled with music and food. The three artists will perform: Christian Winther, Jonas Cambien, and Caterina Palazzi. Admission costs 6€ and includes dinner.
Franz Schubert's Die schöne Müllerin, at Palácio da Bolsa, starts 21h
This song cycle by Franz Schubert is based on 20 poems by Wilhelm Müller and will be performed by tenor Ilker Arcayürek and Luís Duarte on piano. Tickets are 10€.
BDRMM concert, at Outsite Porto, starts 21h
This UK-based quartet walk the line between dream pop and shoegaze, switching between ethereal melancholy and driving delay with ease. Tickets are 24€.
Ponto 2 comedy show, at Avenida de França 202, 21h-23h
This weekly comedy show is hosted Zé Pedro Rodrigues features other local comedians (in Portuguese). Tickets are 5€.
Ron Josol comedy show, at Maria Pistolas, 22h-23h30
This Canadian-Filipino comedian has performed around the world. He has appeared on Just for Laughs, Carson Daly, Comedy Central, and Kevin Hart. Early bird tickets start at 14€.
Qwentin concert, at Barracuda Rock Club, starts 22h
Stoner rock group Qwentin will close this night of music with Sadhäna and David Wolf opening the night. Tickets are 5€ and include one free beer (available via MBWay 917 417 038 or at the door).
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Sunday, 7 April
Weekly artisan market, at Jardim do Passeio Alegre, 9h-18h
Mercado da Alegria is a weekly opportunity to view and buy the work of dozens of local artisans and sellers. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
Cinema concert: Alice's comedies, at Grupo Musical de Miragaia, 11h-12h
Four recently restored, Walt Disney black-and-white films will be presented with live musical accompaniment. Free to attend.
Wines to discover spring festival, at Alfândega do Porto, 14h-20h30
This festival brings together 50 wine producers with lots of varieties to taste. Advance tickets are 14€ until 5 April at 18h00 and includes all the tastings you would like. Tickets at the event will be 18€.
Introduction to sushi cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h-18h
For those interested in learning how to make and roll your own sushi, Chef Luiz Tiago has you covered. Everything you need for the class is provided (in Portuguese). The cost is 40€ and registration is required.
Writing feedback workshop, at Rota do Chá, 16h-18h
This supportive group is an opportunity to share your own work and provide constructive feedback to others. Free to attend but reservations are requested.
Lied interpretation concert recital, at Conservatório de Música do Porto, starts 18h
Eight young international duos who have been studying at the Lied Masterclass with Bernarda Fink will have the opportunity to perform at this concert. Tickets are 10€.
Karaoke and dinner, at Casa da Horta, 18h-22h
Test your singing skills or sit back and enjoy the talents of others while enjoying a mushroom dinner (food service begins at 19h30 and is priced per dish). The karaoke portion is free to attend.
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