What's happening in Porto: 18-24 March 2024
Comic Con Portugal, beer festival, National Day for Historic Centers, and more.
Monday, 18 March
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
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.
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Tuesday, 19 March
Female founders’ breakfast, at Coworking Firmeza, 9h-11h
This networking brunch is designed for female entrepreneurs to meet and discuss their latest projects. A small donation is requested and reservations are required.
Board games and beer, at A Fábrica da Picaria, 18h30-23h30
This brewery has a bunch of games to choose from (or bring your own). Free to attend but purchase of food or drink to support the venue is required. No RSVP required.
Film conversation club, at Quebra-Dados, 19h-20h30
Watch various short films (documentaries, sci-fi films, comedies, old flicks, etc.) with other cinephiles and discuss the movies. Designed as a safe space to help practice English conversation skills. Registration is required and entry is free for QD members or 1€ for non-DB members.
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.
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, 20 March
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
Mixology workshop, at Gallery Hostel Porto, 18h-21h
Leo Pistori, a Master in Gastronomic Sciences, leads this class on how to signature cocktails. Tickets are 45€ and include all materials, ingredients, and a participation certificate.
Karaoke night, at Citynizer Plaza - Ribeira, starts 18h30
This basement bar near the Douro hosts a night of singing. Test your singing skills or sit back and enjoy others. Free to attend.
AI talks with Giorgio Barilla, at LOOK.Sharp Cafe, 20h-22h30
A discussion designed for enthusiasts, professionals, and the merely curious alike to explore the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence. Led by Giorgio Barilla, there will be an interactive Q&A session after the presentation. Free, but consumption at the venue is expected.
Open mic night, at Castle Rock Pub & Hotel, 21h30-1h30
Want to catch the next big talent or demonstrate your own abilities? Tickets cost 5€ and the price can be applied to drinks.
Did you know: Next week, João Pedro Rodrigues’ art studio will host four textile arts workshops for children (ages 6-12 years old). Each day has a different theme and technique, ranging from tapestry on a circular loom, embroidery, magic needle embroidery, and string art. Cost is 20€ per session (10% discount for those who sign up for all four sessions) and reservations are required.
Thursday, 21 March
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
Comic Con Portugal, at Exponor - Porto International Fair, 12h-21h
The 10th edition of Comic Con Portugal will take place over four days and showcase a wide variety of themes, from films to TV, gaming, comics, and collectables. Daily tickets start at 25€ and full festival passes are 110€.
Floral arrangement masterclass, at Mercado do Bolhão, 17h-19h
A floral design masterclass that teaches you have to create inspirational Easter arrangements (in Portuguese). Free to attend.
Portuguese cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 18h-21h
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.
Cuddle party, near Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 19h-23h
A cuddle party is a group event for tactile, consent-based, non-sexualized interaction, in a supportive and safe setting. This party is LGBT+ friendly and participation is only allowed for those sober. To participate, you need to pass a short friendly interview with the facilitator by Telegram or WhatsApp. The cost is 10€.
High school talent show, at Auditório Francisco de Assis, starts 21h30
Seniors from Colégio Luso-Francês high school will be showing off their talents (music, poetry, dance, and more) (in Portuguese). Free tickets can be collected at the high school or the venue's box of the day of the show.
Quiz night, at Castle Rock Pub & Hotel, 21h30-23h45
A chance to win bragging rights for all the otherwise invaluable information you know. Get your team together and answer all the questions correctly and win up to 50€ in the form of a bar tab. Each player costs 1€ to register, but if you want to book a spot in advance it costs 5€, but the price can be applied to drinks.
Friday, 22 March
Comic Con Portugal, at Exponor - Porto International Fair, 10h-21h
The 10th edition of Comic Con Portugal will take place over four days and showcase a wide variety of themes, from films to TV, gaming, comics, and collectables. Daily tickets start at 25€ and full festival passes are 110€.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
Beer festival, at Armazém 22, 17h-23h59
Those who like beer can sample 40 different beers from 12 breweries while enjoying street food, wine, cocktails, flash tattoos, and live music. Free to attend but samples are priced per glass.
Artisanal chocolate tasting and social, at Village by BOA, 19h-21h
Explore the world of 100% vegan, artisanal chocolate with a guided tasting session. Discover the nuances that set artisanal chocolate apart from conventional varieties, including the reasons behind its higher cost. In addition to the tasting, you’ll be able to try freshly brewed cacao tea from GLAD and sample plant-based pastries. The event is 25€ and registration is required.
Musician meetup, at The Street Boutique Bar, starts 21h
A chance to socialize and meet other musicians and those in the music industry. Free to attend and no RSVP needed. Email the organizer if you have questions.
ESMAE Symphony Orchestra concert, at Teatro Helena Sá e Costa, starts 21h
The ESMAE symphony orchestra concert will perform some pieces by the great composers (Strauss, Mozart, Verdi, Puccini). Tickets are 5€ and available at the door.
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Saturday, 23 March
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.
National Day for Historic Centers, at various locations, multiple times
Porto's historic center opens to everyone for guided tours, exhibitions, workshops, music, theater, dance, and various workshops. This program has more than 80 activities for adults and children, including museums, monuments, churches, and other institutions who will open their doors for free this weekend. The full program and can be viewed here.
Cyanotype photography workshop, at Oficina Cobalto, 10h-17h
Anyone interested in learning about this type of photographic printing can join this workshop, no previous experience needed. The class will cover cyanotype's history and famous artists who have worked in the medium, as well as the preparation and printing of images using this technique. The class is 25€ and registration is required.
Comic Con Portugal, at Exponor - Porto International Fair, 10h-21h
The 10th edition of Comic Con Portugal will take place over four days and showcase a wide variety of themes, from films to TV, gaming, comics, and collectables. Daily tickets start at 25€ and full festival passes are 110€.
Market day, at Península Boutique Center, 10h30-19h
This traveling market offers a day of shopping and unique local products for purchase. Free to attend.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
Beer festival, at Armazém 22, 12h-23h59
Those who like beer can sample 40 different beers from 12 breweries while enjoying street food, wine, cocktails, flash tattoos, and live music. Free to attend but samples are priced per glass.
Stuffed pasta cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h-18h
Chef Inês Proença will be teaching how to makes several of Italy's classic stuffed pasta dishes (in Portuguese). The cost is 40€ and registration is required.
Easter egg painting workshop, at Casa da Horta, starts 15h
Get into the Easter season with an egg painting workshop. This donation-based event will provide some painting materials and reservations are required.
Whisky workshop, at Eddie's Klub, 17h-18h30
A chance to learn about the flora and fauna that make whisky what it is. This tasting mixes flavors with history as you experience Linkwood 12yo, Glen Spey 12yo, and Inchgower 14yo, and Blair Athol 12yo. The cost is 30€ and registration is required.
Ceramics workshop, at Squid Ink Works, 18h-21h
This workshop will cover different clay making methods including texture, addition, and subtraction. Come with ideas or work with the instructors to bring a design to life. The 50€ cost includes everything you need including firing your piece.
Microvolumes 4.46 concert, at Sonoscopia, starts 19h
A night filled with music and food. The two bands will perform: Daniel Levin and Anouck Genthon and Lionel Marchetti. Admission costs 6€ and includes dinner.
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Sunday, 24 March
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.
National Day for Historic Centers, at various locations, multiple times
Porto's historic center opens to everyone for guided tours, exhibitions, workshops, music, theater, dance, and various workshops. This program has more than 80 activities for adults and children, including museums, monuments, churches, and other institutions who will open their doors for free this weekend. The full program and can be viewed here.
Comic Con Portugal, at Exponor - Porto International Fair, 10h-20h
The 10th edition of Comic Con Portugal will take place over four days and showcase a wide variety of themes, from films to TV, gaming, comics, and collectables. Daily tickets start at 25€ and full festival passes are 110€.
Rock morning Easter edition, at Hard Rock Cafe, starts 10h
This Easter event for children and adults will have an egg hunt, American Breakfast, children's concert, and instrument workshops. The cost is 17,50€ for adults and 10€ for children. Registration required.
Permaculture and ecology meeting, at R. Ramalho Ortigão 70, 10h-18h
A meetings for those interested in ecological issues and in developing lifestyles with the least possible ecological impact, including regenerative ecology, eco-construction, urban agriculture, permaculture and eco-communities (in Portuguese). Bring comfortable clothes, adapted to the weather conditions of the day and possibly "work" clothes if you want to take part in the practical work. Free to attend, lunch is included, and registration is required.
Ceramics workshop, at Squid Ink Works, 11h-14h
This workshop will cover different clay making methods including texture, addition, and subtraction. Come with ideas or work with the instructors to bring a design to life. The 50€ cost includes everything you need including firing your piece.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 12h-17h
Enjoy wine, nature, and art in this unique experience. This offer includes two glasses of Alvarinho wine, some snacks (cheese, almonds, bread, olive oil), and entrance to Casa São Roque. Tickets are 20€ per couple (individual tickets are not available).
Beer festival, at Armazém 22, 12h-21h
Those who like beer can sample 40 different beers from 12 breweries while enjoying street food, wine, cocktails, flash tattoos, and live music. Free to attend but samples are priced per glass.
Candle and wine workshop, at aOlimpia Atelier, 15h-17h
Francisca Pereira leads this class on candle-making with some wine. The cost is 25€ and include everything you need. Registration is required.
Ramen cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h-18h
Tired of eating francesinhas for every meal, take this course by Chef Francisco Bonneville of Restaurant RO and learn how to create a ramen feast. The class includes everything you need, and you get to eat what you cook (in Portuguese). Tickets are 40€.
We always check dates, times, and other details, but you never know when things change. Be sure to check event details before you attend via the links we provide in this newsletter.