What's happening in Porto: 24-30 April 2023
Festival Dias da Dança, wine in the park, forest bathing, and more.
Monday, 24 April
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 8h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
Unsubmissive Freedom concert, at Casa do Salgueiros, starts 21h30
This concert brings a group of musicians and DJs (Azia, Alicemnenhumlugar, ManoJuka, Eterno x Capitao, and DJ Erry G) to help fundraise for CSO Insumisa in Galicia. Cost is 6€ with 1€ going directly to CSO Insumisa.
Carnation Revolution celebration, at Avenida dos Aliados, 22h-00h30
This important Portuguese holiday (Dia da Liberdade) begins the night before with musical performance by Luta Livre and the Choral de Letras da Universidade do Porto. This free concert culminates with fireworks at midnight.
Therapy sessions revolution concert, at Hard Club, starts 23h59
A triple bill of trash/black metal (Hallucinator, Counterstrike and Synthakt). Bring earplugs. Tickets start at 12€.
Ravelution Mekkanikka concert, at Hard Club, starts 23h59
A night of DJs and dancing. Mekkanikka, Arkadia, Ganeisha, and Killermonsters will be taking over the turntables. Tickets are 15€ and available at the door.
Tuesday, 25 April
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 8h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Carnation Revolution celebration, at Various locations, 10h-18h
There will be free activities all day. At 10h, there will be traditional games in General Humberto Delgado Square. At 14h30, the Freedom Parade begins at Largo de Soares dos Reis. This procession will pass through the city before ending at Avenida dos Aliados. The party continues at 15h in Aliados, with a concert by Jorge Lomba, before Victor Jara Brigade finish the day with a performance that begins at 16h15.
Sunset forest bath walk, at Parque Desportivo Castelo do Queijo, 17h-19h
Forest bathing means taking in the forest with all your senses. It is a practice with promising and proven benefits for physical and mental well-being. This two-hour guided walk invites you to slow down and immerse yourself in the natural world. Donations are requested for attendance.
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.
Boy Harsher concert, at Hard Club, starts 21h
Blending electronic, industrial, and dance genres, this American group has been performing together since 2013. Breakout hits – Fate, Face the Fire, and LA – have garnered millions of YouTube views. Tickets start at 24€.
Porta Jazz concert, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h
This performance will have Josué Santos and Gianni Narduzzi collaborating for an exciting jazz show. Admission is 10€ and includes one select menu item and a glass of wine or beer. Book a spot in advance 937 202 918 or email.
Wednesday, 26 April
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 8h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Fashion Revolution Week, at Escola Superior de Artes e Design, 10h-17h
Fashion Revolution Week focuses on Portuguese fashion and textiles. From 10h-17h, there is a secondhand market for used parts that allows for upcycling to other projects. At 11h, experience Activism of a RODA, a painting of manifestos, messages, and ideals linked to sustainable fashion, ethics, and social transparency (in Portuguese). From 14h-16h30, a clothing workshop will teach you how to mend and turn your old articles into something unique and personal. Donations are requested for attendance.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
Spirit of Speyside whisky tasting, at Eddie's Klub, 19h-20h
The owner of this bar, Eddie DeSousa, curates a tasting of 3 different styles of Speyside Whisky (Macallan, Glenfiddich, and Glenlivet). Tickets are 15€ and reservations are recommended.
Live music, at Mercado Bom Sucesso, 20h-21h
Enjoy the sounds of Rosmanim, all while enjoying some tasty grub and drinks at this popular indoor market near Casa da Música. Free to attend.
Femme Sessions #65 films screening, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h
A chance to watch unique shorts and award-winning films that were part of the official competition of the Porto Femme International Film Festival. Entrance is free.
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Thursday, 27 April
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 8h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Fashion Revolution Week, at Escola Superior de Artes e Design, 9h-17h
Fashion Revolution Week focuses on Portuguese fashion and textiles. From 9h-13h, there will be an eco-printing workshop that will cover how to print with plants (in Portuguese). From 10h-17h, there’s a secondhand market for used parts that allows for upcycling to other projects. Donations are requested for attendance.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
3-day stop motion animation workshop, at OKNa cultural center, 18h-20h
This three-day workshop will be led by the talented Alla Dmitrievna. Each day, this class for adults will teach a different aspect of this animation. This day’s class will focus on an introduction to the technique and brainstorming ideas. Tickets cost 30€ or 20€ for OKNa members.
Jazz Thursdays, at Mirajazz, 18h-20h
Celebrate the arrival of warm weather with live jazz on the terrace, along with drinks, snacks, and a fantastic view.
Journaling and crafts event, at Casa da Horta, starts 18h
Get your creative juices flowing as you make your own journal, using any recycled materials you can think of. Bring any materials you want to use, along with some form of a scrapbook, pens, scissors, and glue that you might need (in English). Free to attend.
Quinta de Tourais tasting, at theLAB Porto, starts 18h
Fernando and Lili Coelho of Quinta de Tourais will be presenting their story and wines at this tasting session. They use a minimal-intervention approach, with feet stomping to compress grapes versus machines, to produce red wines. Pre-payment of €5 is required for attendance.
Tech job fair and networking event, at Devexperts Portugal, 19h-21h
Rub shoulders with CTOs, connect with talented dev teams, and mingle with the brilliant minds behind your favorite tech brands. This event is for software engineers, data scientists, PMs, and UI/UX designers looking to connect with local tech companies. Free to attend but registration is required.
Quim Roscas and Zeca Estacionâncio comedy, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 21h
With a great sense of humor, this comedy duo will take the stage for a hilarious show. João Paulo Rodrigues and Pedro Alves have paired off for thousands of shows for the past 20 years (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 16€.
NOXe concert, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h30
A mix of punk, garage, surf-rock, and whatever else they’re in the mood to sound like. Sharp Knives, a rock band from Lisbon, opens the show. Tickets start at 5€.
Friday, 28 April
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 8h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Fashion Revolution Week, at Escola Superior de Artes e Design, 11h-12h30
Fashion Revolution Week focuses on Portuguese fashion and textiles. There will be a conversation wheel discussion about what good fashion practices are. Donations are requested for attendance.
Rua Beer Market, at Cais de Gaia, 16h-23h59
This event’s 1st edition will have 15+ different beers from 8 national and international producers. Fill up on street food, play games, and enjoy live music. Free to attend, with food and beer available for purchase.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
3-day stop motion animation workshop, at OKNa cultural center, 18h-20h
This three-day workshop will be led by the talented Alla Dmitrievna. Each day, this class for adults will teach a different aspect of this animation. This day’s class will focus on environment building and character design. Tickets cost 30€ or 20€ for OKNa members.
Desobedoc Film Festival, at Cinema Trindade Porto and Almada Ponto, 18h30-2h
This film festival will be screening nearly 20 feature and short films over the course of a couple days. Marking the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile, the death of Amílcar Cabral, and the process of the New Portuguese Letters. Free entrance to all events and screenings.
The Mission concert, at Hard Club, starts 20h
A gothic band that has been rocking since 1986. With a deep catalogue of 10 albums, this show will be a headbanger’s ball. Tickets start at 25€.
Quim Roscas and Zeca Estacionâncio comedy, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 21h
With a great sense of humor, this comedy duo will take the stage for a hilarious show. João Paulo Rodrigues and Pedro Alves have paired off for thousands of shows for the past 20 years (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 16€.
Birds Are Indie concert, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h
This Portuguese band from Coimbra plays happy/sad pop music. After being together for 10+ years, this year brings the release of their 6th album: "Ones & Zeros." Tickets are 8€.
César Mourão concert, at Pavilhão Rosa Mota - Super Bock Arena, starts 21h30
Cesar Mourão is best known for improvisation, from stand-up comedy to acting, but has always been passionate about music. His first album "Talvez não seia nada,” showcases his harmonious talents. Tickets start at 15€.
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Saturday, 29 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.
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 11h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Rua Beer Market, at Cais de Gaia, 12h-23h59
This event’s 1st edition will have 15+ different beers from 8 national and international producers. Fill up on street food, play games, and enjoy live music. Free to attend, with food and beer available for purchase.
Desobedoc Film Festival, at Cinema Trindade Porto and Almada Ponto, 15h-23h45
This film festival will be screening nearly 20 feature and short films over the course of a couple days. Marking the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile, the death of Amílcar Cabral, and the process of the New Portuguese Letters. Free entrance to all events and screenings.
Carnation Revolution education session, at Alliance Française do Porto, 15h-16h30
A session to contextualize the 25th of April, a national holiday. Portugal celebrates this day as the "Carnation Revolution," which ended the dictatorship in 1974. This event is free and open to French, English, and Portuguese speakers.
3-day stop motion animation workshop, at OKNa cultural center, 15h-18h
This three-day workshop will be led by the talented Alla Dmitrievna. Each day, this class for adults will teach a different aspect of this animation. This day’s class will focus on shooting and editing your project. Tickets cost 30€ or 20€ for OKNa members.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
Quim Roscas and Zeca Estacionâncio comedy, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 21h
With a great sense of humor, this comedy duo take the stage for a hilarious show. João Paulo Rodrigues and Pedro Alves have paired off for thousands of shows for the past 20 years (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 16€.
Alice Boman concert, at Hard Club, starts 21h30
This Swedish singer-songwriter ruminates on intimacy and existential angst. Her debut album, Dream On, premiered in 2020, and since then she has skyrocketed to international success. Tickets start at 12€.
The Slow Readers Club concert, at Hotel Mouco, starts 21h30
This English rock band has five studio albums and two live albums under their belt. Tickets start at 24€.
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Sunday, 30 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.
DIY record cover workshop, at Venn Canteen, 10h-16h
Hearty buffet brunch and a record cover creating workshop hosted by two graphic designers. They will provide everything you need to create the perfect LP vinyl cover to match your taste. Tickets cost 25€.
Festival Dias da Dança, at CAMPUS Paulo Cunha e Silva, starts 11h
This international contemporary dance festival offers performances, workshops, open classes, talks, parties, and much more. Most are free, though some workshops cost money to attend. Register to attend any of the events.
Aladdin musical, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 11h30
You may know Aladdin’s story from one of the movie adaptions from its origin, “The Book of One Thousand and One Nights” (The Arabian Nights). This is a musical take on the classic tale. Tickets start at 12,50€.
Rua Beer Market, at Cais de Gaia, 12h-23h59
This event’s 1st edition will have 15+ different beers from 8 national and international producers. Fill up on street food, play games, and enjoy live music. Free to attend, with food and beer available for purchase.
Desobedoc film festival, at Cinema Trindade Porto and Almada Ponto, 15h-23h30
This film festival will be screening nearly 20 feature and short films over the course of a couple days. Marking the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile, the death of Amílcar Cabral, and the process of the New Portuguese Letters. Free entrance to all events and screenings.
Wine in the park, at Casa São Roque, 18h-19h30
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).
Cinema surprise film screening, at OKNa cultural center, starts 18h
This is a weekly movie screening series where you do not know what you are going to see until you walk in the door. Programed to include a thought-provoking range of films (presented in original language with English subtitles.), tickets are 3€ or free to OKNa members. Reservations are required.
Angelo Romano concert, at Scoundrels Distillery, starts 21h
This Sicilian artist brings his folk-rock sound to this award-winning distillery. Cost is donation based.
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