What's happening in Porto: 15-21 August 2022
Candlelight concert, cocktail workshop, access a hidden museum, and more.
Unsure what to do this week? It’s time to try something new! Take a cooking class, join a ceramics workshop, and attend a kora performance (Not sure what a kora is? Go see!).
Monday, 15 August
Mercado do Alegria, at Jardim do Passeio Alegre, 9h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Meditation circle, at Espaço Compasso, 2 session times
Two session options: 11h-13h or 17h-19h. Experiment with different meditation techniques in a group setting. Wear comfortable clothes. Contribution of 5€, and 1€ entry fee for non-members.
Francesinha cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 11h-14h
Learn to make Porto’s iconic dish and its secret sauce in this hands-on cooking class. Includes wine and beverages. Fee: 75€ for adults; 35€ for kids. Registration required.
Urban Market, at Hard Club, 11h-19h
Local artists and craftmakers sell their wares at this lively pop-up market. Free entry.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 2 session times
Two session options: 18h or 19h30. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Tuesday, 16 August
Tour a secret museum, at Casa Museu Fernando de Castro, 3 start times
Guided tour lasts 1 hour and starts at either 10h, 11h30, or 15h. This façade of this hidden museum blends into Rua de Costa Cabral, but inside, this stunning palace is unlike anything else nearby. Fee: 13€ pp. Book online.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 2 session times
Two session options: 18h or 19h30. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Running club, meet-up location varies, starts at 19h
Runners and walkers of all fitness levels meet weekly to exercise and socialize. Free to join. Email Warren for more details and run location.
Theater workshop, at OPALA - Academia de Dança e Belas Artes, 19h-20h
Join an acting workshop conducted by Professor Maria Leonor Fonte. Suitable for all ages and levels. Fee: 15€ pp. Register via email.
Wednesday, 17 August
Local market tour + cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 10h-15h
Start the morning with a tour of Municipal Market of Matosinhos. Then, start a hands-on cooking class where you’ll prepare fresh fish from the market. Includes wine and beverages. Fee: 150€ for adults; 50€ for kids. Registration required.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Seafood cataplana & cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 18h-21h
Learn how to recognize fresh seafood and prepare it in Portuguese style in this hands-on class. Fee: 110€ for adults; 40€ for kids. Registration required.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 2 session times
Two session options: 18h or 19h30. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Advanced drawing classes, at Atelier - Analice Campos, 18h-20h30
Join this weekly class for 55€/month, whether you want to advance your current skills for personal reasons or work toward a larger goal, such as for higher education. Register online.
Lindy Hop and Swing Jam session, at M.Ou.Co. Hotel, 18h-22h30
Dance lovers will enjoy this event, which stars with a Lindy Hop initiation workshop, with Boots & Andy, and continues with a swing jam session. Free entry.
Candlelight concert: The Best of Vivaldi, at Ateneu Comercial do Porto, 2 session times
Two session options: 19h30 or 21h30. Enjoy the sounds of a string quartet as they play a selection from The Four Seasons by Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi. Lasts 60 minutes. Tickets start at 15€ pp.
Alice in Magical Garden, at Jardim Botânico do Porto, starts 21h
Enter another world and venture through a fanciful, immersive 1km route of 23 luminous installations inspired by Lewis Carroll books. Timed entry every 30 minutes; last entry at 22h30. Ticket prices vary by age and date.
Pub quiz, at Fábrica Nortada, 21h-23h
Flex your knowledge of sports, films, celebs, geography, etc. at this weekly trivia night hosted at one of Porto’s top breweries (IOHO - in our humble opinion). Free to participate.
Outdoor film shorts, at Casa das Artes, starts 21h30
Outdoor cinema event with a focus on Portuguese short films, in particular four short films by Portuguese directors. Admission is free.
Clérigos is open for night tower climbs until 16 October (last entry at 22h30). Book tickets in advance.
Thursday, 18 August
Porto Swing Jam, around Porto, times vary
If you like to dance, join this multi-day Lindy Hop dance event. There are plenty of activities to keep your feet moving. Sign up online and choose an event pass (70€ or 120€) to participate.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 2 session times
Two session options: 18h or 19h30. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Supper club: A Taste of Hong Kong, at a private space in Trindade, 19h-22h
Socialize and enjoy Asian cuisine prepared by Hangrywifey’s Kitchen, run by a Hong Kong native. See the menu. 32€ pp. Reservations required.
Brazilian nights concert, at FJ Events Venue, 20h-21h
Gabriela Kozyra, an incredible Brazilian singer, has roots that go back to classical music and jazz. Tickets: 27,16€ for VIP; 21,73€ for general admission.
Alice in Magical Garden, at Jardim Botânico do Porto, starts 21h
Enter another world and venture through a fanciful, immersive 1km route of 23 luminous installations inspired by Lewis Carroll books. Timed entry every 30 minutes; last entry at 22h30. Ticket prices vary by age and date.
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Friday, 19 August
Porto Swing Jam, around Porto, times vary
If you like to dance, join this multi-day Lindy Hop dance event. There are plenty of activities to keep your feet moving. Sign up online and choose an event pass (70€ or 120€) to participate.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Tour a secret museum, at Casa Museu Fernando de Castro, 2 start times
Guided tour lasts 1 hour and starts at either 10h or 11h30. This façade of this hidden museum blends into Rua de Costa Cabral, but inside, this stunning palace is unlike anything else nearby. Fee: 13€ pp. Book online.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 3 session times
Three session options: 18h, 19h30, or 21h. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Traditional Portuguese cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 18h-21h
Learn how to make a 4-course meal of traditional Portuguese dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Includes wine and beverages. Fee: 85€ for adults; 35€ for kids. Registration required.
Live DJ set, at M.Ou.Co. Hotel, 18h-22h30
Dance to the sounds of DJ Bruma at this trendy cultural/hotel/restaurant space that was built for musicians and music lovers. Free entry.
International after work social, at Look.Sharp, 18h-00h00
This weekly "Sneaky Drinks" event brings people together at the end of the workweek to unwind and socialize. Two for one drink special on Long Drinks 18h-19h.
Bossa Nova Jazz Concert, at FJ Events Venue, 20h-21h
Enjoy live jazz music by two talented Brazilian musicians. Tickets: 27,16€ for VIP; 21,73€ for general admission.
Alice in Magical Garden, at Jardim Botânico do Porto, starts 21h
Enter another world and venture through a fanciful, immersive 1km route of 23 luminous installations inspired by Lewis Carroll books. Timed entry every 30 minutes; last entry at 22h30. Ticket prices vary by age and date.
“The Black Telephone” outdoor screening, at Quartel de Monte Pedral, starts 21h30
Enjoy a movie at “Cinema Fora do Sítio,” a summer cinema series held at a different location each week. 500 seats guaranteed on a first-come basis. Free entry.
Jazz in the plaza, at WOW Central Square, 21h45-22h30
Enjoy a live outdoor music performance from Lacerda, Dionísio e Tristão Trio at World of Wine. Free entry.
Saturday, 20 August
Running club, meet-up location varies, starts at 8h30
Runners and walkers of all fitness levels meet weekly to exercise and socialize. Free to join. Email Warren for more details and run location.
Porto Swing Jam, around Porto, times vary
If you like to dance, join this multi-day Lindy Hop dance event. There are plenty of activities to keep your feet moving. Sign up online and choose an event pass (70€ or 120€) to participate.
Cake topper modeling for beginners, at Escola Pasgelpan, 9h-13h
In this hands-on workshop, learn how to use sugar paste to shape and model a simple doll to top your cakes. Fee: 50€ pp. Register via email.
Outdoor pilates, yoga, and tai chi, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, starts 9h
Pilates at 9h, yoga at 10h, and tai chi at 11h. Guided exercise classes in the park every Saturday through September. Participation is free. Register by email with the classes you want to attend by 17h30 on 19 August.
Ceramic plate-making class, at Ó! Cerâmica, 10h-13h
Hands-on class where you will learn ceramics techniques and principles and how to use the necessary tools of this craft. Make a plate of your own design. Fee: 35€ pp. Register via email.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Childrens' story reading for Little Dragons, at FC Porto Museum, 11h-11h50
Go on an adventure through a mysterious world during a lively story reading perfect for ages 3-10 and fun for adults. Tickets: 5€ per child + companion; additional adult is 2.50€.
Ceramic jug-making class, at Ó! Cerâmica, 15h-18h
Hands-on class where you will learn ceramics techniques and principles and how to use the necessary tools of this craft. Make a jug of your own design. Fee: 35€ pp. Register via email.
Cocktail-making workshop, at Castle Rock Pub & Hotel, 17h-18h
Learn all about mixology, including bar techniques, balancing sweet/acid, combining flavors, decoration and presentation of drinks, and cocktail taste and evaluation. Includes tastings and one free bar drink. Fee: 15€ pp. Register online.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 3 session times
Three session options: 18h, 19h30, or 21h. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Jazz in the plaza, at WOW Central Square, 18h-20h
Enjoy a live outdoor music performance from Ladrões de Limões at World of Wine. Free entry.
Live kora concert, at M.Ou.Co. Hotel, starts 20h30
Enjoy the sounds of the kora, a 21-string lute-harp, played by musician Mbye Ebrima. Free entry. If you want to learn to play the kora, see Sunday’s 11h workshop listing.
Alice in Magical Garden, at Jardim Botânico do Porto, starts 21h
Enter another world and venture through a fanciful, immersive 1km route of 23 luminous installations inspired by Lewis Carroll books. Timed entry every 30 minutes; last entry at 22h30. Ticket prices vary by age and date.
Stand-up comedian Rúben Branco, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, 21h30-22h50
Get a load of laughs from Lisbon comedian Rúben Branco during his latest stand-up performance “Aberto Para Férias.” Kids under 16 are not permitted. Tickets: 10€ pp.
“Lia's Adventures” outdoor screening, at Jardim de Arca D’Água, starts 21h30
Enjoy a movie at “Cinema Fora do Sítio,” a summer cinema series held at a different location each week. 500 seats guaranteed on a first-come basis. Free entry.
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Sunday, 21 August
Porto Swing Jam, around Porto, times vary
If you like to dance, join the last day of this Lindy Hop dance event. There are plenty of activities to keep your feet moving. Sign up online and choose an event pass (70€ or 120€) to participate.
Mercado do Molhe, at Pérgola da Foz, 10h-19h
Shop local bakers, artisans, and artists at this community market. Free entry.
Musical instrument workshop, at M.Ou.Co. Hotel, 11h-13h
Learn to play the kora, a 21-string lute-harp, at this workshop taught by musician Mbye Ebrima. Registration is 10€ pp.
Jazz in the plaza, at WOW Central Square, 15h30-17h30
Enjoy a live outdoor music performance from Winnie Da Hop + Hop Dance Studios at World of Wine. Free entry.
Fado concert, at Ideal Clube de Fado, 3 session times
Three session options: 18h, 19h30, or 21h. Experience fado with a performance by local musicians. Admission includes a glass of port wine. Arrive 15 min early to learn about fado (free & optional). Ticket prices vary by age. Book online for a 5% discount.
Sushi and music in the courtyard, at Pátio das Cardosas, starts 19h
Astória Restaurant hosts this sushi, cocktails, and live music outdoor event. It’s all-inclusive at 60€ pp. Seats are limited, so call to book in advance: 220 035 639.
Alice in Magical Garden, at Jardim Botânico do Porto, starts 21h
Enter another world and venture through a fanciful, immersive 1km route of 23 luminous installations inspired by Lewis Carroll books. Timed entry every 30 minutes; last entry at 22h30. Ticket prices vary by age and date.
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