What's happening in Porto: 8-14 January 2024
Singing workshop, piano concert, group art therapy, and more.
Monday, 8 January
Writing feedback workshop, at Rota do Chá, 10h30-12h30
This supportive group allows you to share your own work and provide constructive feedback to others. Free to attend but reservations are requested.
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
Tuesday, 9 January
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
Ultimate frisbee social meetup, at Parque da Cidade do Porto, 17h30-19h30
Mixed-gender mixed-cultural "ultimate frisbee" in Porto is alive and well, but since daylight savings their training day is now in the evening, followed by food and drinks. Free to attend.
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 details and run location. The group also meets on Saturdays.
Swing and blues dancing class, at Estúdio O Navegador, 19h20-20h20
This swing and blues dance class is for beginners. The cost is 30€ a month for one class a week and registration is required.
Irish Trad Music Session, at Casa da Horta, starts 20h
Open to those who want to listen or participate in Irish trad music. Free to attend.
António Areal piano concert, at Casa da Música, starts 21h
António Areal is one of Portugal's promising, young pianists. He will be taking the audience on a journey through the works of Haydn, Schumann, Wagner, and more. Tickets start at 8€.
Portuguese stand-up comedy, at Ferro Bar, starts 21h
A fun night comedy where (almost) anything can happen. (in Portuguese).Tickets are 6€.
Wednesday, 10 January
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
My Port Wine Day, at Instituto dos Vinhos do Douro e Porto, starts 18h
Enjoy two delicious port pairings (20-year-old Port and 1998 Vintage Caves Santa Marta) with insight by a member of the Douro and Port Wine Institute. The cost is 5€ and registration is required.
Tech talk, at Five9, 18h30-20h30
Director of Engineering João Fernandes will lead a discussion on how to grow your engineers through continuous feedback. The second conversation will be by data engineer José Cabeda as he provides insight on DuckDB. a revolutionary data processing platform and its application on real-time Porto Bus data. Attendance is free but registration is required.
Lucía and Manu concert, at Casa da Horta, 20h30-22h
Lucía Marrodán, a professional dancer and Emanuel Díaz, a saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist musician will create a show that showcases Argentine chacareras and zambas, Chilean tonadas, Cuban-Mexican boleros, and more. Free to attend.
"Revista à moda do Porto" play, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 21h
Stage director Filipe La Féria promises to involve the audience in this production which is full of humor, satire and talent (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 17,50€.
"Luís de Matos" live performance, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 21h30-23h
Luis de Matos has been called "the best known illusionist in Portugal" and was the youngest magician ever to receive "The Devant Award" from The Magic Circle. His latest show features the Momentum Crew, breakdance champions, and four other great magicians. Tickets start at 15,50€.
Did you know: 20€ daily tickets for the Essence of Wine festival are already on sale for the 22-25 February event which will be held at Palácio da Bolsa.
Thursday, 11 January
Art therapy session, at Look.Sharp Cafe, 10h-12h
Join Lindsay Parkinson, LMFT, ATR, for an exploration of self-compassion through the lens of art therapy. This inclusive group will spark your creativity to reflect and create. Donations for art materials are requested and reservations are required.
Group therapy and early bird brunch, at Look.Sharp Cafe, 10h30-12h30
Lindsay Parkinson, licensed marriage family therapist and art therapist leads an exploration of self-compassion through art therapy. No previous art skills necessary and all materials provided. Advanced reservations and 25€ payment required.
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
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.
"Revista à moda do Porto" play, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, starts 21h
Stage director Filipe La Féria promises to involve the audience in this production which is full of humor, satire and talent (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 17,50€.
Swing and blues dancing class, at Estúdio O Navegador, 21h10-22h10
This swing and blues dance class is for beginners. The cost is 30€ a month for one class a week and registration is required.
"Luís de Matos" live performance, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 21h30-23h
Luis de Matos has been called "the best known illusionist in Portugal" and was the youngest magician ever to receive "The Devant Award" from The Magic Circle. His latest show features the Momentum Crew, breakdance champions, and four other great magicians. Tickets start at 15,50€.
Elis Regina tribute concert, at Hot Five Jazz Club, 22h-1h
Brazilian singer of Bossa nova, MPB and jazz music, Elis Regina, receives a tribute show at this intimate jazz club. Tickets start at 6,56€.
Friday, 12 January
Women's support therapy session, at Cozy Yoga and community, 14h-16h
This safe place will host an on-going, weekly therapy session for female identified women only. No previous art skills necessary and all materials provided. Advanced reservations and 35€ payment required. Multi-session discounts available.
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
"Revista à moda do Porto" play, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, multiple times
Stage director Filipe La Féria promises to involve the audience in this production which is full of humor, satire and talent (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 17,50€ for the 16h and 21h shows.
Lohanye concert, at Outsite Porto - Mouco, starts 18h
A singer, songwriter and instrumentalist, from Brazil, Lohanye graduated in music from Bituca Universidade de Minas Gerais in 2013. She is currently dedicating herself to a broader and more complex acoustic music. Free to attend.
Poetry reading night, at Casa da Horta, 19h30-22h
An evening of reading female poets. This free event will allow you to see the strength in these selected women's voices. No RSVP required.
New moon music festival, at Espaço Compasso, starts 20h
This is an event not just for musicians or artists, but for anyone who feels the call to express and heal their soul, and to celebrate the miracle that is to be alive. There will be guided meditations, cacao ceremony, medicine music, breathwork, silence, sacred music, and spontaneous dance. Tickets start at 15€ and register by WhatsApp or email.
Carlos Semedo concert and dinner, at Estúdio O Navegador, 20h30-21h30
Before Carlos Semedo performs on an acoustic set on his Portuguese guitar, enjoy a broccoli risotto with cauliflower and lime cream. Free but reservations are required.
Symphonic paradises concert, at Casa da Música, starts 21h
Kick off the new year with songs of Joly Braga Santos, Paraísos Artificiais, and Franz Schreker, performed by Porto Symphony Orchestra accompanied by pianist Pedro Emanuel Pereira, winner of the Santa Cecília International Competition. Tickets start at 15€.
English stand-up comedy, at Maria Pistolas, 21h-23h
Those brave enough to try their material in front of an audience can use this free opportunity to listen to others or practice themselves. Email in advance if you do want to perform.
Portuguese stand-up comedy, at Auditório Francisco de Assis, 21h30-23h
Ten comedians (Beatriz Magano, Hugo Madeira, Catarina Menezes, João Matos, and more) will be performing their own styles of humor (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 5€.
"Luís de Matos" live performance, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 21h30-23h
Luis de Matos has been called "the best known illusionist in Portugal" and was the youngest magician ever to receive "The Devant Award" from The Magic Circle. His latest show features the Momentum Crew, breakdance champions, and four other great magicians. Tickets start at 15,50€.
Antón Quintela jam show, at Porta Jazz, 21h30-23h
This jam session will be led by Antón Quintela on drums, and include Rafael Gomes on alto saxophone and Rui Catarino on guitar. Like all Porta Jazz jam sessions, it is open to all musicians who want to join in. Tickets are 5€ (or 3€ for members).
Club de Funk and Pedro Tenreiro concert, at Barracuda Rock Club, starts 23h
Catch this rock show with Club de Funk and Pedro Tenreiro performing. Tickets are 3€, include a beer, and are available at the door.
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Saturday, 13 January
Pickleball presentation 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€ for 90 minutes. Registration is required.
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.
Workshop with magician Luís de Matos, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 10h-11h30
Luis de Matos will lift the curtain and offer a rare chance to see how some scientific principles intertwine with magic to create surprising illusions. Tickets are 25€.
Singing workshop, at Casa da Música, starts 10h
This workshop is designed for those who want to sing but fear doing so in public (in Portuguese). Tickets are 12€.
Introduction to charcoal workshop, at Ponto das Artes Porto, 10h30-12h30
In this workshop you'll discover the characteristics of this material. Create textures, tones and learn various techniques (in Portuguese). All the materials needed for this workshop are included. Costs 30€ and registration is required.
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 11h-13h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
Book club meetup, at Café Casa da Musica, 11h-12h30
Attendees are invited to read a nonfiction book related to creativity by a Brazilian or Latin American author and discuss with the group. Free with purchase of cafe purchases.
Italian dessert cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h-18h
Chef Inês Proença will be teaching how to makes several of Italy's classic desserts (in Portuguese). The cost is 40€ and registration is required.
"Revista à moda do Porto" play, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, multiple times
Stage director Filipe La Féria promises to involve the audience in this production which is full of humor, satire and talent (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 17,50€ for the 16h and 21h shows.
Eça is Eça educational session, at Casa da Música, starts 16h
This show celebrates Portugal's most cosmopolitan writer, Eça de Queiroz, by taking the audience on an journey through the Queirozian universe and the early 20th century (in Portuguese). Tickets are 8€.
"Luís de Matos" live performance, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, multiple times
Luis de Matos has been called "the best known illusionist in Portugal" and was the youngest magician ever to receive "The Devant Award" from The Magic Circle. His latest show features the Momentum Crew, breakdance champions, and four other great magicians. Tickets start at 15,50€ for the 16h30 and 21h shows.
Jam music dinner social, at Mafamood, 17h-23h59
You have the choice to join for the whole night or just parts of it: the night starts at 17h with a musical jam session (3€), then dinner kicks off at 19h30 (7€), and close the night with a social dance at 21h (3€). Registration required.
Baroque Orchestra opera concert, at Casa da Música, starts 18h
The prominent court musician António Leal Moreira wrote important sacred works and directed the Teatro de São Carlos in the first years after its inauguration. The Baroque Orchestra will feature experienced soprano Sara Braga Simões. Tickets start at 12€.
Marta Rodrigues quintet concert, at Porta Jazz, 19h-21h30
This quintet presents original compositions in a showcase for their upcoming debut album, due for release later this year. Tickets are 5€ (or 3€ for members).
Indian cuisine supper club, at Look.Sharp Cafe, 19h30-22h
A dinner led by new host every week which focuses on different topics and regional cuisine. The 25€ cost covers a starter, main, drink and dessert. Reservations required.
The Doors tribute concert, at Hot Five Jazz Club, 22h-1h
The Lizard King, a Doors tribute band takes the stage to perform all of Jim Morrison's greatest hits. Tickets start at 15€.
Tree of life pre-event, at Hard Club, 22h-6h
Before the Tree of Life festival begins (it's in Turkey, not Porto, though), you are invited to this psy-trance dance party with performances by U-Recken, E-Mov, Arkadia, and A-Tech. Tickets start at 10€.
Portuguese stand-up comedy, at Pinguim Café, starts 22h
Up and coming comedians will be testing out their latest sets (in Portuguese). Tickets are 6€.
Lisa Beat And the Liars concert, at Barracuda Rock Club, starts 23h
Lisa Beat and the Liars fly in from Italy to rock you with their punk style. Starting the night will be Esgar Acelerado and Carlos Moura on the turntables. Tickets are 10€, include a beer, and are available at the door.
Hysta and Le Bask DJ show, at Hard Club, 23h59-8h
Four hardcore DJs (Hysta, Le Bask, Dither, and C-Netik) get behind the turntables to rock you hard. Tickets start at 13€.
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Sunday, 14 January
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.
Ceramic cup class, at Ó! Cerâmica, 10h-13h
A three-hour session will let get your hands dirty as you discover different clay techniques for making ceramic cups. The class costs 40€ and reservations can be made by phone 938 390 575 or email.
Improv and theater games, at Cozy Yoga and community, 13h30-16h30
The event starts with icebreakers to make the group feel comfortable together before moving to group games and activities based on improv and theatre methods. Costs 10/15€ and reservations required.
Tile painting workshop, at Gazete Azulejos, 15h-17h
Covers the history of Portuguese tiles before teaching attendees how to design and paint two of their own. Following the painting session, the tiles fired and ready for collection the next day. Register in advance for 33€.
Sushi cooking class, at Pop Up Workshops, 15h30-18h30
For those interested in learning how to make and roll your own sushi, Chef Hugo has you covered. Everything you need for the class is provided (in Portuguese). The cost is 40€ and registration is required.
"Revista à moda do Porto" play, at Teatro Sá da Bandeira, multiple times
Stage director Filipe La Féria promises to involve the audience in this production which is full of humor, satire and talent (in Portuguese). Tickets start at 17,50€ for the 16h and 21h shows.
Bonds music festival, at Outsite Porto - Mouco, starts 16h30
Outsite Porto (formerly known as M.Ou.Co) will have Carlos Sanches, Chibatada, Nunca mates o Mandarim, and Salto will be performing at this local music festival. Tickets are 20€ include one free Offley cocktail.
"Luís de Matos" live performance, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 16h30-18h
Luis de Matos has been called "the best known illusionist in Portugal" and was the youngest magician ever to receive "The Devant Award" from The Magic Circle. His latest show features the Momentum Crew, breakdance champions, and four other great magicians. Tickets start at 15,50€.
Pre-Carnival party, at Brasileirão, starts 17h
A traditional pre-carnival party will feature Batucada band, DJs, opening band, hot food. Tickets are 5€.
Paul Hillier and choir concert, at Casa da Música, starts 18h
One of the world's leading specialists in vocal music, Paul Hillier, returns to the choir he created and grew with at Casa da Música during the decade in which he conducted. This performance will highlight some of the most significant choral music of the 20th century. Tickets start at 8€.
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