Upcoming Events
Showing
The Natural History Museum of Funchal hosts the exhibition on the theme “Waterline” by Gonçalo Gomes, in a show that presents unique and exclusive images of marine biodiversity of the Madeira archipelago.This exhibition is characterized by the use of new...
Showing
To mark the hottest season of the year, the “Summer Concerts 2023” return during the months of August and September. During all Fridays of August and the first two of September, musical entertainment is assured by seven different musicians/bands from...
Showing
Recognized as the oldest and youngest Mandolin Orchestra in Europe, a distinction of relevance in a region of excellence within the European community, the Madeira Mandolin Orchestra® presents itself in the 2023/2024 Musical Season with a unique artistic proposal and...
Showing
The thematic fairs happen weekly, on Thursdays, being divided into different areas: Antiques and Second hand books, Gastronomy, Handcraft and Fashion, costume jewelry and decoration. These allow the regional artisans a closer way to show off their work, in an...
Upcoming
The Vespas establishment is organising a concert at the Madeira Congress Centre with one of the most renowned singers in the world of jazz: Jane Monheit. A fantastic concert with elegant and refined music, characteristic of the artist, is in...
Upcoming
The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The event’s main objective is to promote passion fruit, but it is also an...
Upcoming
Amidst the walks along the levadas which almost edge the entire island, the descents down the waterfalls in the mountains along the north coast, the bike rides through the forest trails and the knowledge of our cultural and historical roots,...
Upcoming
The Santa Luzia Community Centre organizes a new edition of the Bolo do Caco and Regional Homemade Bread Display, which is to take place on the public holiday – the 5th of October, in the Santa Luzia Gardens. The Santa...
Upcoming
The AARAM – Associação de Atletismo da Região Autónoma da Madeira is the organizer of the so called “ULTRA MADEIRA” event, 6th edition, which will take place on October 7th and 8th, 2023, with absolute respect for the environment. ULTRA...
Upcoming
Every year, in the bay of Machico, the city switches off all its lights leaving the candle and torches light guiding the religious procession along its streets. The legend tells the story of the image of the Lord of the...
Upcoming
The purpose of this event is to promote the practice of mountain biking while getting to know the Island. Based on Porto Moniz, the one-week itinerary includes visits to various locations, water sports, themed workshops, lots of fun and socializing.Participants...
Upcoming
The Caniçal Community Centre organizes the annual fair which celebrates the fishing activity and rekindles the past memories of its people. The Sea and Fisherman Fair is a recreational and gastronomic event which seeks to promote the social, cultural and...
Upcoming
This cultural event – The Madeira Organ Festival – consists of a set of several concerts, headlined by nationally and internationally renowned Master Organ players. These concerts will be held during the month of October, in several local liturgical venues...
Upcoming
This annual event receives participants from different countries who are passionate about this radical activity.Swapping experiences and socialising is one of the mottos of this event, while you get to know some of the most authentic and hidden places of...
Upcoming
Organized by Club Sports da Madeira, the Rally Madeira Legend will take place from October, 26th to 28th.This car race event is intended for Historic, Spirit and Legend Show vehicles and appears as a new variant of the “Volta à...
Upcoming
Moda Madeira is organized in partnership with the Madeira Young Entrepreneurs Association, which, over two days, places the archipelago at the epicentre of Portuguese and Macaronesian Fashion. This event also seeks to serve as a stage for the careers of...
Upcoming
Since the early days of the 19th century Madeira has been famous as a tourist destination. The temperate climate, the natural beauty of the island and the lush landscapes … combine these with Madeira’s cosmopolitan and welcoming people and it’s...
Upcoming
The ADN Race Ponta do Sol is a trail event that will take place on November 5, 2023, in the Ponta do Sol municipality, integrating two events of the regional trail championship organized by the RAM Athletics Association: Long Trail...
Upcoming
A Casa do Povo de Santa Cruz, organiza mais uma edição do “Sons e Sabores da Madeira”, que marca o arranque das celebrações de Natal naquele concelho. O certame é dedicado à música, ao folclore, à degustação de petiscos e...
Upcoming
This is the day on which festive lights are switched on. Residents and tourists alike go out into the streets to enjoy the magic of Christmas lighting. There are carols reminiscent of the season and an area entirely dedicated to...
Upcoming
The official kick off of the Christmas and New Year’s Eve Festivities happens in the 1st of December, and is marked by the moment when the wonderful Christmas lights switch on in Funchal downtown.Madeira is flled with a festive atmosphere;...
Upcoming
The Christmas Market features several decorated stalls offering tourists a wide range of regional products, handicrafts and foods that are typical of the Christmas season, including plants, fruits, sugar cane honey and its by-products, for take away only.The Market can...
Upcoming
01/12/2023 - 23/12/2023
19:00
The true Madeiran Christmas traditions are shown in different locations throughout the island on different dates. The most well-known is the market night at the Farmers’ Market in Funchal on the 23rd of December. Many locals come from all parts...
Upcoming
The Boaventura Community Centre organizes the Traditional Christmas Delicacies Display, with the aim of promoting and boosting seasonal products. +info: Facebook
Upcoming
From the second half of December until Christmas eve, Madeirans get up at the crack of dawn to participate in the masses honoring Our Lady. After mass, in the church square, people share sandwiches of “carne de vinha d’alhos” (pork...
Upcoming
On 28th December, the streets of the city of Funchal will be transformed into a real athletics track, under the slogan “Against domestic violence, don’t stop!”. This is the 64th edition of the Volta à Cidade do Funchal (Funchal city...
Upcoming
The fireworks show for the New Year lasts about eight minutes and is distributed across 59 fireworks stations located across Funchal’s amphitheater (27 stations), Pier 8 and Praia Almirante Reis (25 stations), at sea (5 stations) and Porto Santo Island...
Upcoming
Funchal’s Marathon is one of the most important athletics event of the city and attracts several hundreds of athletes, some of which are worldwide references of this sport. This event is divided in 3 races: Marathon (42.195 m), Half Marathon...
Upcoming
This is a famous and old Madeira tradition, held on January,27th, is enjoyed with a special feeling by the local residents of Seixal, a small village located near Porto Moniz. This social gathering takes place early in the morning at...
Upcoming
The ‘Festa dos Compadres’ marks the opening of the Carnival season in Madeira, a tradition going back to more than 50 years, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Santana, an event to be held on February, 2nd and 4th....
Upcoming
07/02/2024 - 18/02/2024
10:00
Carnival is the frst big event in Madeira’s event calendar.In all counties of the archipelago there are small parades and themed parties where everyone wears a carnival costume.This event starts on Wednesday, before the “Entrudo” (Shrove or Fat Tuesday as...
Upcoming
Funchal downtown is once again the stage of another highly original and creative entertainment initiative: With contagious energy, hundreds of revellers from “Associação de Desenvolvimento Comunitário do Funchal” parade along Avenida Arriaga towards the Municipal Garden, where a show takes...
Upcoming
On Friday morning, prior to Carnival, about a thousand young revellers from various schools and kindergartens of Funchal, all in disguise, parade through the city centre (Avenida Arriaga), in an atmosphere of Carnival liveliness.
Upcoming
The Saturday night exuberant allegorical parade is the highlight of Carnival festivities. Over a thousand revellers participate dressed in eye-catching costumes in addition to a dozen exquisitely decorated floats. The carnival allegoric parade exudes brightness, color, rhythm and a lot...
Upcoming
The “Trapalhão” Parade (slapstick parade), held on Shrove Tuesday can be classified as a satirical parade, inspired by the local cultural heritage. This parade is inspired by the spontaneous parade that originally took place at Rua da Carreira, around the...
Upcoming
The fifth edition of the Madeira Rum Festival takes place along the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, from the 16th to the 21st of April. Organized by IVBAM, IP – RAM, the Madeira Rum Festival is a unique opportunity to...
Upcoming
02/05/2024 - 26/05/2024
10:00
The Flower Exhibition goes back to the last century, during the 1950’s, when it used to be held at the former Ateneu Comercial do Funchal. This unique flower display takes place at Praça da Restauração, in the centre of Funchal,...
Upcoming
02/05/2024 - 26/05/2024
10:00
The making of the traditional flower carpets is carried throughout the island and had its origins in the decoration of religious processions. Due to its undeniable beauty and detail, the flower carpets are replicated on the streets during the Flower...
Upcoming
It’s defnitely the most emblematic and colourful event of Madeira. For several weeks Funchal has the aroma of the flowers and the joy of thousands of visitors.The construction of the Wall of Hope (where children place flowers) and the flower...
Upcoming
We are pleased announce a unique golf tournament on the island of eternal spring, join us in celebrating the flowers of Madeira at the third edition of the Palheiro Gardens Golf Classic! An individual Stableford competition, with unique giveaways and...
Upcoming
Symbolic construction of the “Wall of Hope” On Saturday morning, children are invited to place a flower on the “Wall of Hope”, in a symbolic appeal for Peace. Accompanied by family members, the little ones carry their flower, probably picked...
Upcoming
On Sunday afternoon, the streets of downtown Funchal are once again filled with music, color and soft perfumes with the sumptuous parade of floats that harmoniously combine multiple floral species with decorations full of creativity.The Allegorical Flower Parade, is one...
Upcoming
The groups participating in the Allegoric Parade of the Flower Festival, will perform at the Heliport displaying their costumes and choreography. Spread over 3 days of 2 weekends, the performances celebrate flowers, beauty and joy in a festive atmosphere. The...
Upcoming
Itinerary: Starts at Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north lane) until Praça da Autonomia do Mar, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south lane), Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Rotunda Harvey Foster (roundabout). Display...
Upcoming
Four music concerts will be held in emblematic locations of Madeira Island, aiming to decentralize the festivities and reinforce the entertainment offer, within the programme of the Flower Festival.These concerts are carried out in a unique environment, where the audience...
Upcoming
This event aims to promote the regional fashion sector, engaging a wide number of creators inspired by the flowers, therefore bestowing a touch of contemporaneity and “glamour” to one of the greatest tourist attractions of Madeira, in an unique touristic...
Upcoming
The diversity of Madeiran flora contributed, in a great way, to the establishment of these artistic manifestations, which combine the beauty of flowers with the characteristic elements of Madeiran tradition and culture. The floral sculptures are a great contribution to...
Upcoming
This event, which takes place at Praça do Povo, from May 24th to 26th, is organized by Clube de Automóveis Clássicos da Madeira with the purpose of showing and rewarding the best and most elegant vintage and classic vehicles in...
Upcoming
With 20 years of existence this is the official event that opens the door for Summer in Madeira. Every Saturday in June an international competition takes place in Funchal’s bay, where each participating country chooses a theme and exhibits the...
Upcoming
The annual event “Classics in Magnolia” is back with the 4th edition, scheduled for the last weekend of July, this year dedicated to the 40s of the 20th century.The unique atmosphere of the 19th century building make it the perfect setting for...
Upcoming
The Madeira Wine Rally attracts thousands of enthusiasts of this sport to the island’s roads since 1959. Year after year, this international rally competition has been able to maintain its quality bringing in renowned drivers from all over the world....
Upcoming
Folklore festival, organized by the Boa Nova Folklore and Ethnographic Group, which aims to promote intercultural coexistence and convey ethnographic aspects. It counts on the participation of national and foreign groups. +info: Facebook
Upcoming
25/08/2024 - 15/09/2024
18:00
This Wine Festival is, overall, a cultural and ethnographic event.The Festival honours this sector of extreme importance to Madeira, attracting tourists as well as locals to several locations.At Praça do Povo, the Madeira Wine Lounge will be set up, recreating...
Upcoming
The Madeira Wine Lounge, in Praça do Povo, is a prime location for visitors to enjoy wine and gastronomy tastings, to the sound of regional musical groups of different genres. This location has five specific areas: Madeira Wine Producers (12),...
Upcoming
07/09/2024 - 15/09/2024
17:00
A series of musical concerts taking place in different places in the region, in a winery and sunset environments, to be held after the peak of heat, when the aromas intensify. Includes live musical performances and tasting fortified wines produced...
Upcoming
Columbus festival it’s just one of the many good reasons that will make you visit the so called “Golden Island”.With a totally different landscape, Porto Santo is known for having one of the most beautiful beaches in the country with...
Upcoming
Amidst the walks along the levadas which almost edge the entire island, the descents down the waterfalls in the mountains along the north coast, the bike rides through the forest trails and the knowledge of our cultural and historical roots,...
Upcoming
The AARAM – Associação de Atletismo da Região Autónoma da Madeira is the organizer of the so called “ULTRA MADEIRA” event, 6th edition, which will take place on October 7th and 8th, 2023, with absolute respect for the environment. ULTRA...
Upcoming
The purpose of this event is to promote the practice of mountain biking while getting to know the Island. Based on Porto Moniz, the one-week itinerary includes visits to various locations, water sports, themed workshops, lots of fun and socializing.Participants...
Upcoming
This annual event receives participants from different countries who are passionate about this radical activity.Swapping experiences and socialising is one of the mottos of this event, while you get to know some of the most authentic and hidden places of...
Upcoming
Organized by Club Sports da Madeira, the Rally Madeira Legend will take place from October, 26th to 28th.This car race event is intended for Historic, Spirit and Legend Show vehicles and appears as a new variant of the “Volta à...
Upcoming
Since the early days of the 19th century Madeira has been famous as a tourist destination. The temperate climate, the natural beauty of the island and the lush landscapes … combine these with Madeira’s cosmopolitan and welcoming people and it’s...
Upcoming
The ADN Race Ponta do Sol is a trail event that will take place on November 5, 2023, in the Ponta do Sol municipality, integrating two events of the regional trail championship organized by the RAM Athletics Association: Long Trail...
Upcoming
On 28th December, the streets of the city of Funchal will be transformed into a real athletics track, under the slogan “Against domestic violence, don’t stop!”. This is the 64th edition of the Volta à Cidade do Funchal (Funchal city...
Upcoming
Funchal’s Marathon is one of the most important athletics event of the city and attracts several hundreds of athletes, some of which are worldwide references of this sport. This event is divided in 3 races: Marathon (42.195 m), Half Marathon...
Upcoming
We are pleased announce a unique golf tournament on the island of eternal spring, join us in celebrating the flowers of Madeira at the third edition of the Palheiro Gardens Golf Classic! An individual Stableford competition, with unique giveaways and...
Upcoming
The Madeira Wine Rally attracts thousands of enthusiasts of this sport to the island’s roads since 1959. Year after year, this international rally competition has been able to maintain its quality bringing in renowned drivers from all over the world....
Showing
The Natural History Museum of Funchal hosts the exhibition on the theme “Waterline” by Gonçalo Gomes, in a show that presents unique and exclusive images of marine biodiversity of the Madeira archipelago.This exhibition is characterized by the use of new...
Showing
The thematic fairs happen weekly, on Thursdays, being divided into different areas: Antiques and Second hand books, Gastronomy, Handcraft and Fashion, costume jewelry and decoration. These allow the regional artisans a closer way to show off their work, in an...
Upcoming
This cultural event – The Madeira Organ Festival – consists of a set of several concerts, headlined by nationally and internationally renowned Master Organ players. These concerts will be held during the month of October, in several local liturgical venues...
Upcoming
The fifth edition of the Madeira Rum Festival takes place along the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, from the 16th to the 21st of April. Organized by IVBAM, IP – RAM, the Madeira Rum Festival is a unique opportunity to...
Upcoming
Folklore festival, organized by the Boa Nova Folklore and Ethnographic Group, which aims to promote intercultural coexistence and convey ethnographic aspects. It counts on the participation of national and foreign groups. +info: Facebook
Showing
To mark the hottest season of the year, the “Summer Concerts 2023” return during the months of August and September. During all Fridays of August and the first two of September, musical entertainment is assured by seven different musicians/bands from...
Showing
Recognized as the oldest and youngest Mandolin Orchestra in Europe, a distinction of relevance in a region of excellence within the European community, the Madeira Mandolin Orchestra® presents itself in the 2023/2024 Musical Season with a unique artistic proposal and...
Upcoming
The Vespas establishment is organising a concert at the Madeira Congress Centre with one of the most renowned singers in the world of jazz: Jane Monheit. A fantastic concert with elegant and refined music, characteristic of the artist, is in...
Upcoming
This cultural event – The Madeira Organ Festival – consists of a set of several concerts, headlined by nationally and internationally renowned Master Organ players. These concerts will be held during the month of October, in several local liturgical venues...
Upcoming
The ‘Festa dos Compadres’ marks the opening of the Carnival season in Madeira, a tradition going back to more than 50 years, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Santana, an event to be held on February, 2nd and 4th....
Upcoming
The groups participating in the Allegoric Parade of the Flower Festival, will perform at the Heliport displaying their costumes and choreography. Spread over 3 days of 2 weekends, the performances celebrate flowers, beauty and joy in a festive atmosphere. The...
Upcoming
Four music concerts will be held in emblematic locations of Madeira Island, aiming to decentralize the festivities and reinforce the entertainment offer, within the programme of the Flower Festival.These concerts are carried out in a unique environment, where the audience...
Upcoming
07/09/2024 - 15/09/2024
17:00
A series of musical concerts taking place in different places in the region, in a winery and sunset environments, to be held after the peak of heat, when the aromas intensify. Includes live musical performances and tasting fortified wines produced...
Upcoming
The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The event’s main objective is to promote passion fruit, but it is also an...
Upcoming
The Santa Luzia Community Centre organizes a new edition of the Bolo do Caco and Regional Homemade Bread Display, which is to take place on the public holiday – the 5th of October, in the Santa Luzia Gardens. The Santa...
Upcoming
The Caniçal Community Centre organizes the annual fair which celebrates the fishing activity and rekindles the past memories of its people. The Sea and Fisherman Fair is a recreational and gastronomic event which seeks to promote the social, cultural and...
Upcoming
A Casa do Povo de Santa Cruz, organiza mais uma edição do “Sons e Sabores da Madeira”, que marca o arranque das celebrações de Natal naquele concelho. O certame é dedicado à música, ao folclore, à degustação de petiscos e...
Upcoming
01/12/2023 - 23/12/2023
19:00
The true Madeiran Christmas traditions are shown in different locations throughout the island on different dates. The most well-known is the market night at the Farmers’ Market in Funchal on the 23rd of December. Many locals come from all parts...
Upcoming
The Christmas Market features several decorated stalls offering tourists a wide range of regional products, handicrafts and foods that are typical of the Christmas season, including plants, fruits, sugar cane honey and its by-products, for take away only.The Market can...
Upcoming
The Boaventura Community Centre organizes the Traditional Christmas Delicacies Display, with the aim of promoting and boosting seasonal products. +info: Facebook
Upcoming
This is a famous and old Madeira tradition, held on January,27th, is enjoyed with a special feeling by the local residents of Seixal, a small village located near Porto Moniz. This social gathering takes place early in the morning at...
Upcoming
The fifth edition of the Madeira Rum Festival takes place along the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, from the 16th to the 21st of April. Organized by IVBAM, IP – RAM, the Madeira Rum Festival is a unique opportunity to...
Upcoming
25/08/2024 - 15/09/2024
18:00
This Wine Festival is, overall, a cultural and ethnographic event.The Festival honours this sector of extreme importance to Madeira, attracting tourists as well as locals to several locations.At Praça do Povo, the Madeira Wine Lounge will be set up, recreating...
Upcoming
The Madeira Wine Lounge, in Praça do Povo, is a prime location for visitors to enjoy wine and gastronomy tastings, to the sound of regional musical groups of different genres. This location has five specific areas: Madeira Wine Producers (12),...
Upcoming
07/09/2024 - 15/09/2024
17:00
A series of musical concerts taking place in different places in the region, in a winery and sunset environments, to be held after the peak of heat, when the aromas intensify. Includes live musical performances and tasting fortified wines produced...
Upcoming
The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The Passion Fruit and By-products Display takes place in October, in Ribeira Brava. The event’s main objective is to promote passion fruit, but it is also an...
Upcoming
The Santa Luzia Community Centre organizes a new edition of the Bolo do Caco and Regional Homemade Bread Display, which is to take place on the public holiday – the 5th of October, in the Santa Luzia Gardens. The Santa...
Upcoming
The Caniçal Community Centre organizes the annual fair which celebrates the fishing activity and rekindles the past memories of its people. The Sea and Fisherman Fair is a recreational and gastronomic event which seeks to promote the social, cultural and...
Upcoming
A Casa do Povo de Santa Cruz, organiza mais uma edição do “Sons e Sabores da Madeira”, que marca o arranque das celebrações de Natal naquele concelho. O certame é dedicado à música, ao folclore, à degustação de petiscos e...
Upcoming
01/12/2023 - 23/12/2023
19:00
The true Madeiran Christmas traditions are shown in different locations throughout the island on different dates. The most well-known is the market night at the Farmers’ Market in Funchal on the 23rd of December. Many locals come from all parts...
Upcoming
The Boaventura Community Centre organizes the Traditional Christmas Delicacies Display, with the aim of promoting and boosting seasonal products. +info: Facebook
Upcoming
This is a famous and old Madeira tradition, held on January,27th, is enjoyed with a special feeling by the local residents of Seixal, a small village located near Porto Moniz. This social gathering takes place early in the morning at...
Upcoming
The Christmas Market features several decorated stalls offering tourists a wide range of regional products, handicrafts and foods that are typical of the Christmas season, including plants, fruits, sugar cane honey and its by-products, for take away only.The Market can...
Upcoming
This is the day on which festive lights are switched on. Residents and tourists alike go out into the streets to enjoy the magic of Christmas lighting. There are carols reminiscent of the season and an area entirely dedicated to...
Upcoming
The official kick off of the Christmas and New Year’s Eve Festivities happens in the 1st of December, and is marked by the moment when the wonderful Christmas lights switch on in Funchal downtown.Madeira is flled with a festive atmosphere;...
Upcoming
From the second half of December until Christmas eve, Madeirans get up at the crack of dawn to participate in the masses honoring Our Lady. After mass, in the church square, people share sandwiches of “carne de vinha d’alhos” (pork...
Upcoming
Every year, in the bay of Machico, the city switches off all its lights leaving the candle and torches light guiding the religious procession along its streets. The legend tells the story of the image of the Lord of the...
Upcoming
From the second half of December until Christmas eve, Madeirans get up at the crack of dawn to participate in the masses honoring Our Lady. After mass, in the church square, people share sandwiches of “carne de vinha d’alhos” (pork...
Upcoming
Itinerary: Starts at Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north lane) until Praça da Autonomia do Mar, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south lane), Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Rotunda Harvey Foster (roundabout). Display...
Upcoming
This event, which takes place at Praça do Povo, from May 24th to 26th, is organized by Clube de Automóveis Clássicos da Madeira with the purpose of showing and rewarding the best and most elegant vintage and classic vehicles in...
Upcoming
The annual event “Classics in Magnolia” is back with the 4th edition, scheduled for the last weekend of July, this year dedicated to the 40s of the 20th century.The unique atmosphere of the 19th century building make it the perfect setting for...
Upcoming
Columbus festival it’s just one of the many good reasons that will make you visit the so called “Golden Island”.With a totally different landscape, Porto Santo is known for having one of the most beautiful beaches in the country with...
Upcoming
Amidst the walks along the levadas which almost edge the entire island, the descents down the waterfalls in the mountains along the north coast, the bike rides through the forest trails and the knowledge of our cultural and historical roots,...
Upcoming
The official kick off of the Christmas and New Year’s Eve Festivities happens in the 1st of December, and is marked by the moment when the wonderful Christmas lights switch on in Funchal downtown.Madeira is flled with a festive atmosphere;...
Upcoming
07/02/2024 - 18/02/2024
10:00
Carnival is the frst big event in Madeira’s event calendar.In all counties of the archipelago there are small parades and themed parties where everyone wears a carnival costume.This event starts on Wednesday, before the “Entrudo” (Shrove or Fat Tuesday as...
Upcoming
It’s defnitely the most emblematic and colourful event of Madeira. For several weeks Funchal has the aroma of the flowers and the joy of thousands of visitors.The construction of the Wall of Hope (where children place flowers) and the flower...
Upcoming
With 20 years of existence this is the official event that opens the door for Summer in Madeira. Every Saturday in June an international competition takes place in Funchal’s bay, where each participating country chooses a theme and exhibits the...
Upcoming
The annual event “Classics in Magnolia” is back with the 4th edition, scheduled for the last weekend of July, this year dedicated to the 40s of the 20th century.The unique atmosphere of the 19th century building make it the perfect setting for...
Upcoming
25/08/2024 - 15/09/2024
18:00
This Wine Festival is, overall, a cultural and ethnographic event.The Festival honours this sector of extreme importance to Madeira, attracting tourists as well as locals to several locations.At Praça do Povo, the Madeira Wine Lounge will be set up, recreating...
Upcoming
Columbus festival it’s just one of the many good reasons that will make you visit the so called “Golden Island”.With a totally different landscape, Porto Santo is known for having one of the most beautiful beaches in the country with...
Upcoming
The fireworks show for the New Year lasts about eight minutes and is distributed across 59 fireworks stations located across Funchal’s amphitheater (27 stations), Pier 8 and Praia Almirante Reis (25 stations), at sea (5 stations) and Porto Santo Island...
Upcoming
Symbolic construction of the “Wall of Hope” On Saturday morning, children are invited to place a flower on the “Wall of Hope”, in a symbolic appeal for Peace. Accompanied by family members, the little ones carry their flower, probably picked...
Upcoming
The diversity of Madeiran flora contributed, in a great way, to the establishment of these artistic manifestations, which combine the beauty of flowers with the characteristic elements of Madeiran tradition and culture. The floral sculptures are a great contribution to...
Upcoming
With 20 years of existence this is the official event that opens the door for Summer in Madeira. Every Saturday in June an international competition takes place in Funchal’s bay, where each participating country chooses a theme and exhibits the...
Upcoming
Moda Madeira is organized in partnership with the Madeira Young Entrepreneurs Association, which, over two days, places the archipelago at the epicentre of Portuguese and Macaronesian Fashion. This event also seeks to serve as a stage for the careers of...
Upcoming
The ‘Festa dos Compadres’ marks the opening of the Carnival season in Madeira, a tradition going back to more than 50 years, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Santana, an event to be held on February, 2nd and 4th....
Upcoming
07/02/2024 - 18/02/2024
10:00
Carnival is the frst big event in Madeira’s event calendar.In all counties of the archipelago there are small parades and themed parties where everyone wears a carnival costume.This event starts on Wednesday, before the “Entrudo” (Shrove or Fat Tuesday as...
Upcoming
Funchal downtown is once again the stage of another highly original and creative entertainment initiative: With contagious energy, hundreds of revellers from “Associação de Desenvolvimento Comunitário do Funchal” parade along Avenida Arriaga towards the Municipal Garden, where a show takes...
Upcoming
On Friday morning, prior to Carnival, about a thousand young revellers from various schools and kindergartens of Funchal, all in disguise, parade through the city centre (Avenida Arriaga), in an atmosphere of Carnival liveliness.
Upcoming
The Saturday night exuberant allegorical parade is the highlight of Carnival festivities. Over a thousand revellers participate dressed in eye-catching costumes in addition to a dozen exquisitely decorated floats. The carnival allegoric parade exudes brightness, color, rhythm and a lot...
Upcoming
The “Trapalhão” Parade (slapstick parade), held on Shrove Tuesday can be classified as a satirical parade, inspired by the local cultural heritage. This parade is inspired by the spontaneous parade that originally took place at Rua da Carreira, around the...
Upcoming
It’s defnitely the most emblematic and colourful event of Madeira. For several weeks Funchal has the aroma of the flowers and the joy of thousands of visitors.The construction of the Wall of Hope (where children place flowers) and the flower...
Upcoming
On Sunday afternoon, the streets of downtown Funchal are once again filled with music, color and soft perfumes with the sumptuous parade of floats that harmoniously combine multiple floral species with decorations full of creativity.The Allegorical Flower Parade, is one...
Upcoming
The groups participating in the Allegoric Parade of the Flower Festival, will perform at the Heliport displaying their costumes and choreography. Spread over 3 days of 2 weekends, the performances celebrate flowers, beauty and joy in a festive atmosphere. The...
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Itinerary: Starts at Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north lane) until Praça da Autonomia do Mar, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south lane), Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Rotunda Harvey Foster (roundabout). Display...
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This event aims to promote the regional fashion sector, engaging a wide number of creators inspired by the flowers, therefore bestowing a touch of contemporaneity and “glamour” to one of the greatest tourist attractions of Madeira, in an unique touristic...
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Located in Avenida Arriaga, the Baltazar Dias Municipal Theatre is a centennial monument of high architectural value. The Baltazar Dias Theatre is a tribute to the blind playwright from Madeira island, Baltazar Dias, a theatrical author in the second half...
Built in 1660, this church has undergone various modifications over time. It contains some beautiful sacred objects in precious metals dating from the 17th and 18th centuries.The walls are covered with 18th century gilded wood carvings and illustrated tiles, and...
The church of São João Evangelista do Colégio do Funchal is one of the most beautiful monuments of the 17th century. Its construction marks the transition from international mannerism to Portuguese Baroque.Located in the parish of São Pedro, it presents...
Located on the central pathways of Avenida Arriaga, this pavilion hosts the various Christmas concerts that will take place during the festive season, with the various artists and exhibitions that will animate the streets of Funchal.
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption (Portuguese: Sé Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Assunção) in Sé, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Funchal, which encompasses all of the Autonomous Region of Madeira....
The Largo da Restauração in Funchal, Madeira, perpetuates the acclaim, in this city, of the victory of the liberals and the restoration of the constitutional monarchy on June 5, 1834, after the signature of the Évora Monte Convention that determined...
Designed by architect Paulo David, Mudas.Contemporary Art Museum, has received international awards for its architecture and seamless integration into the landscape and hosts various exhibitions, musical performances, plays and lectures. Mudas.Contemporary Art Museum is located in Calheta Municipality in the...
With a total area of 36,000 m², Santa Catarina Park offers stunning views of Funchal Bay and has several walking paths. The park offers nature lovers many species of flora from around the world and has an enchanting lake with...
The Santa Cruz Cultural Centre – Quinta do Revoredo is a public space where various cultural activities are promoted. Quinta do Revoredo forms part of the Santa Cruz Cultural Centre, a public space that plays host to a range of...
Vila Baleira is the capital and only city on the island of Porto Santo, in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, in Portugal.The island has only this village, and administratively it has a single municipality and a single parish that also...
05/09/2023