What's happening in Porto: 5-11 September 2022
Medieval Fair, craft beer podcast taping, FC Porto home game, and more.
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos. Enjoy two international film series. And pack your earplugs for this week’s numerous concerts, showcasing a range of music genres, plus a Queen cover band!
Monday, 5 September
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 12h-21h
Books for sale, cultural programming, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Solaris at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Film Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 18h
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. Solaris follows a psychologist sent to a space station, orbiting a planet called Solaris, to investigate death and mental illness (in Russian with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
Craft Peer: Live podcast taping, at Maus Hábitos, starts 20h
A podcast where Tiago Lacerda hosts guests of various backgrounds to chat about comedy, culture, and craft beer (in Portuguese). Free, but it is highly recommended you book a table in advance by phone 937 202 918 or email.
The Mirror at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Film Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 22h
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. The Mirror unfolds around a dying poet recalling memories of key moments in his life and in Soviet culture (in Russian with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
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Tuesday, 6 September
Pottery wheel lesson, at Gira Terra Oficina de Artes, 10h-19h
Gira Terra offers a space to either learn under the direction of an instructor or rent the space to create pottery on your own. The pottery wheel space is limited to 3 students at a time, so you must book in advance. Price for 8 hours starts at 80€/month (VAT not included) with discounts if you purchase more hours. Email for availability.
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 12h-21h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Ivan’s Childhood at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Film Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 17h45
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. Ivan's Childhood is a story of an orphaned boy, Ivan, whose parents were killed by the invading German forces, and his experiences during World War II. Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
Porto Jazz presents: Gil Silva e João Fragoso, at Maus Hábitos, starts 20h
Listen to Gil Silva on the tenor saxophone and João Fragoso on the double bass as the two improvise and perform an array of jazz music. Free, but it’s highly recommended you book a table in advance by phone 937 202 918 or email.
Andrei Rublev, at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Film Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 20h30
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. Andrei Rublev is a film loosely based on early-15th-century Russia (in Russian with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
Mono concert, at Hard Club, starts 21h
Listen as the Japanese band, Mono, pushes the boundaries of post-rock and neoclassical music. With support from A.A. Williams, a soulful vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. Tickets start at 26,75€ when bought in advance online.
Wednesday, 7 September
Pottery wheel lesson, at Gira Terra Oficina de Artes, 10h-19h
Gira Terra offers a space to either learn under the direction of an instructor or rent the space to create pottery on your own. The pottery wheel space is limited to 3 students at a time, so you must book in advance. Price for 8 hours starts at 80€/month (VAT not included) with discounts if you purchase more hours. Email for availability.
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 12h-21h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Medieval Fair, at Monastery of Leça do Balio, 17h-24h
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos for “Hospitalários no Caminho de Santiago.“ Throughout the day, you’ll get to experience medieval-era food, clothes, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and activities like falconry and weapons training. See the full program. Entry 1€; wristband 3€.
Traditional Portuguese cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 18h-21h
Try your hand at preparing traditional Portuguese dishes in this cooking class. Learn to make a 4-course meal: appetizer, soup, main course, and dessert. Then eat what you made! Register online: adults 85€; children ages 5-12 are 35€.
Nostalgia at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Film Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 18h15
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. Nostalgia follows a Russian writer who visits Italy to carry out research about an 18th-century Russian composer, but is overcome by homesickness (in Russian with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
Candlelight concert: The best of classic rock music, at Ateneu Comercial do Porto, 2 performance times
Watch the Intempus String Quartet at either 19h30-20h30 or 21h30-22h30 as they reinterpret an array of popular rock songs, from Paint It Black by The Rolling Stones to Everlong by Foo Fighters. Tickets start at 15€ when bought in advance online.
Samba Jazz Concert, at FJ Concerts & Events, 20h-21h
Samba and jazz meet with the stylings of Gabi Yong and André Multini. Get ready to lose yourself to their improvisational sounds in FJ's intimate event room. Tickets start at 20,50€ when bought in advance online.
The Sacrifice at Andrei Tarkovsky Visionary Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 21h15
This series celebrates the 90th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky, an influential Russian movie director. The Sacrifice centers on a middle-aged intellectual who attempts to bargain with God to stop an impending nuclear holocaust (in Russian with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
Mark your calendar: Mercado do Bolhão reopens on 15 September!
Thursday, 8 September
Pottery wheel lesson, at Gira Terra Oficina de Artes, 10h-19h
Gira Terra offers a space to either learn under the direction of an instructor or rent the space to create pottery on your own. The pottery wheel space is limited to 3 students at a time, so you must book in advance. Price for 8 hours starts at 80€/month (VAT not included) with discounts if you purchase more hours. Email for availability.
Portuguese seafood cataplana and cooking class, at Cook in Ribeira, 11h-14h
Designed for novice and accomplished cooks, this class demonstrates how to work with a range of fish, to make some of the best Portuguese dishes. Register online: adults 110€; children ages 5-12 are 40€.
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 12h-21h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Medieval Fair, at Monastery of Leça do Balio, 12h-24h
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos for “Hospitalários no Caminho de Santiago.“ Throughout the day, you’ll get to experience medieval-era food, clothes, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and activities like falconry and weapons training. See the full program. Entry 1€; wristband 3€.
Brazilian Nights concert, at FJ Concerts & Events, 20h-21h
Treat your ears to an hour of sumptuous Brazilian music sung by Gabriela Kozyra. Her classical music and jazz influences make this fusion of music all the more exciting. Tickets start at 21,73€ when bought in advance online.
Courting concert, at Hard Club, starts 21h
Billed as Liverpool’s most exciting new Britpop band, you shouldn’t miss an opportunity to see this fantastic 4-piece group. Tickets start at 12€ when bought in advance online.
The Cavemen concert, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h30
Punk rock is alive and well when The Cavemen come to town. Scatterbrainiac will open the show. Tickets are 6,42€ when bought in advance online.
A Kind Of Queen (tribute band) concert, at Hard Rock Cafe Porto, starts 22h30
Get ready to rock out to the sound of Queen. Freddie Mercury won't be singing, but you’ll enjoy the rest of Queen’s catalogue as played by the tribute band, A Kind of Queen. Tickets are 6€ and can be purchased at the box office starting 5 September.
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Friday, 9 September
Pottery wheel lesson, at Gira Terra Oficina de Artes, 10h-19h
Gira Terra offers a space to either learn under the direction of an instructor or rent the space to create pottery on your own. The pottery wheel space is limited to 3 students at a time, so you must book in advance. Price for 8 hours starts at 80€/month (VAT not included) with discounts if you purchase more hours. Email for availability.
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 12h-23h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Medieval Fair, at Monastery of Leça do Balio, 12h-01h00
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos for “Hospitalários no Caminho de Santiago.“ Throughout the day, you’ll get to experience medieval-era food, clothes, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and activities like falconry and weapons training. See the full program. Entry 1€; wristband 3€.
Paulo de Carvalho - 60 years of songs concert, at Ageas Porto Coliseum, starts 21h
An enormously influential musician, Paulo de Carvalho has released 20 albums and made an indelible mark on Portuguese culture. He’ll be accompanied by his musicians and joined by a special guest. Tickets start at 15€ when bought in advance online.
Éme e Moxila + donaranha concert, at Maus Hábitos, starts 21h
Something of a Lisbon super group, the two independently successful musicians Éme and Moxila teamed up to produce an exciting album that was released last year. They will be supported by the Portuguese band, donaranha. Tickets start at 7,49€ when bought in advance online.
Delito DJ set, at Maus Hábitos, starts 23h59
Hailing from Ecuador, Rita Lig Quaresma (Capri) will be taking control of the room’s turntable. From funk to neo-reggaeton, get ready for a fun night. Tickets are 5€ and only available at the door.
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Saturday, 10 August
Macaron workshop, at Work Espaço Criativo, 10h-13h30
In this hands-on workshop, conducted in Portuguese, learn the techniques for making macarons, including coloring, filling, assembling, and preserving. Register by email. Fee: 65€. (Private classes in English can be arranged.)
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 11h-23h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Medieval Fair, at Monastery of Leça do Balio, 12h-01h00
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos for “Hospitalários no Caminho de Santiago.“ Throughout the day, you’ll get to experience medieval-era food, clothes, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and activities like falconry and weapons training. See the full program. Entry 1€; wristband 3€.
Kids show: Luccas Neto and the School of Adventurers at Pavilhão Rosa Mota/Super Bock Arena, starts 18h30
Luccas Neto is back in Porto and with him will be Gi (actress, singer, dancer, and digital influencer Giovanna Alparone). This musical children's show is not to be missed (in Portuguese). Tickets start 30€ when bought in advance online.
The Unvanquished, a Satyajit Ray Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, 2 show times
Showings at 15h30 or 21h30. This series celebrates Satyajit Ray, one the greatest Indian filmmakers of all time. The Unvanquished follows a boy after his father's death as he leaves home to study in Calcutta, while his mother must face a life alone (in Bengali with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
The Music Room, a Satyajit Ray Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 18h30
This series celebrates Satyajit Ray, one the greatest Indian filmmaker of all time. The Music Room explores the crumbling opulence of the world of a fallen aristocrat (in Bengali with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
FC Porto vs GD Chaves football match, at Estádio do Dragão, starts 20h30
FC Porto with face off against GD Chaves on their home turf. The match is a part of the Primeira Liga. Tickets start at 10€ when bought in advance online.
Screwed: DJ set, at Maus Hábitos, starts 23h59
Dance the night away with hip hop tunes from Slimcutz (Monster Jinx). This show will draw inspiration from Barcelos to Cálculo. Tickets are 5€ and only available at the door.
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Sunday, 11 August
Sunday in the park, at Parque do Covelo, starts 10h30
Porto's latest initiative "Domingos no Parque" offers sports and music in rotating Porto parks. This week’s event features a yoga class with instructor Marta Dias (advance registration by email required) and a musical incursion of Ohxala by Etno Beats. Free to attend.
Kokedama workshop, at Work Espaço Criativo, 10h30-12h30
In this hands-on workshop, conducted in Portuguese, learn how to make and care for a kokedama, a Japanese moss ball. Register by email. Fee: 45€. (Private classes in English can be arranged.)
Porto Book Fair, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 11h-21h
Books for sale, cultural programing, and more than 100 activities make this a one-of-a-kind book fair. This year’s celebrated author is Ana Luísa Amaral, a notable Portuguese poet. Free entrance.
Dia do Brasil no Porto/Brazil Day in Porto, at Jardim da Cordoaria, 12h-21h
*New date. Event was moved from last Sunday due to chance of rain.* Celebrate the growing Brazilian community in Porto with great food, lots of music & dancing, workshops for kids & adults, and cultural experiences. Free entry.
Medieval Fair, at Monastery of Leça do Balio, 12h-22h
Step back in time at Feira Medieval Matosinhos for “Hospitalários no Caminho de Santiago.“ Throughout the day, you’ll get to experience medieval-era food, clothes, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and activities like falconry and weapons training. See the full program. Entry 1€; wristband 3€.
The Music Room, a Satyajit Ray Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, 2 show times
Showings at 15h30 or 21h30. This series celebrates Satyajit Ray, one the greatest Indian filmmaker of all time. The Music Room explores the crumbling opulence of the world of a fallen aristocrat (in Bengali with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
5th Annual Feijoada dos Bamba, at the park above Trindade metro, starts 16h
*New date. Event was moved from last Sunday due to chance of rain.* This vibrant event features live samba music and delicious feijoada. Entry starts at 16h (DJ set João Carioca) and Orquestra Bamba Social (a samba circle) starts at 18h. Tickets 15,90€ for adults; free for children up to age 12.
The Unvanquished, a Satyajit Ray Series, at Campo Alegre Theatre, starts 18h30
This series celebrates Satyajit Ray, one the greatest Indian filmmaker of all time. The Unvanquished follows a boy after his father's death as he leaves home to study in Calcutta, while his mother must face a life alone (in Bengali with Portuguese subtitles). Tickets are 5,50€ and can be purchased at the door.
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