Events

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...

A Quintinha de São João Hotel & Spa recebe semanalmente entre as 10h00 e as 13h00, um imperdível workshop de Bordado Madeira, integrado no projeto “Bailha”. Estas oficinas oferecem uma experiência dinâmica conduzida por três bordadeiras experientes, onde os participantes aprenderão sobre...

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 2025/2026 Musical Season with a unique artistic proposal and...

The 6th edition of the Madeira International Guitar Festival takes place between 25 October and 3 November.Organised by the Raquel Lombardi Cultural and Social Solidarity Association, this musical event is supported by the Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Environment and Culture...

The “Mandoisland” concerts will feature the talented duo Norberto Gonçalves da Cruz (mandolin) and Slobodan Sarcevic (accordion), offering an unforgettable musical experience.More than a concert, this is a celebration of the richness of sound, open to the whole community and...

Madeira is once again the stage for one of Europe’s most prestigious organ festivals. From 17 to 26 October, historic churches on the island will host unique concerts and conferences celebrating the theme ‘Women in Music’, with works by composers...

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...

The Mercado dos Lavradores is host to the 11th edition of the Winter Market, which will be held between 20 and 25 October, on the 3rd floor, in the Fairs and Events area.Organised by Funchal City Hall, this initiative aims...

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...

The Wind Quintet “Soloist” of the Madeira Classical Orchestra (OCM) presents a Chamber music concert to be held at the rincess Dona Maria Amélia Foundation Chapel, on October,25th at 18:00. As a special guest artist, we will have Élvis Sousa...

The Madeira Underwater Open returns to Porto Santo from October 26 to 29 and to Madeira from October 30 to November 2. This event celebrates the region’s potential for sport diving, promoting marine biodiversity and raising awareness of its preservation.With...

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 emblematic...

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...

Organized by Casa do Povo do Curral das Freiras, the Chestnut Festival is an opportunity for all visitors to taste the delicious Madeiran chestnuts, and also the delicacies derived from this dried fruit, such as liqueurs and cakes. The occasion...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra presents an unmissable concert at the Madeira Congress Center on November, 1ST, at 6pm, with two names of excellence: acclaimed accordionist Slobodan Sarcevic and conductor Martin André. The concerts programme features plays by Astor Piazzolla’s Aconcagua...

The Associação Amigos do Conservatório de Música da Madeira promotes the Madeira Piano Fest annually. The tenth edition of this festival features the participation of some pianists of different nationalities, in various combinations of piano recitals, a festival with artistic...

The Atlântida Wind Quintet of the Madeira Classical Orchestra (OCM) will be performing at the Regional Legislative Assembly on 8 November, for a chamber music concert at 6pm, featuring the pianist Anikó Harangi as a special guest. +info: Official website

The Santa Cruz Community Centre organizes another edition of “Sons e Sabores da Madeira”, which marks the start of the Christmas celebrations in that municipality. The event is dedicated to music, folklore, the tasting of snacks and regional drinks. During...

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...

Organized by Club Sports da Madeira, the Madeira Legend Rally will take to the road in November.This motor race is aimed at Historic, Spirit and Legend Show vehicles and is a new variation on the “Tour of Madeira Island –...

Moda Madeira is organized in partnership with the Madeira Young Entrepreneurs Association, which, over three 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...

The 7th edition of Maxi Race Madeira, an international trail running event, will take place on December 6th and 7th. Organised by Madeira Way, in collaboration with the Clube Naval de São Vicente, in partnership with the Municipality of São...

The Boaventura Community Centre organizes the Traditional Christmas Delicacies Display, with the aim of promoting and boosting seasonal products. +info: Facebook

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...

The Choir Festival titled “Christmas in Funchal”, to be held in various churches, presents Christmas Choral Music sung by various choirs from the Region. This is an event organized by Orfeão Madeirense, the oldest Choral Group in Madeira and one...

The true Christmas traditions in Madeira are showcased in different locations throughout the island on different dates, between December 9th to 23rd. The most well-known is the market night at the Farmers’ Market in Funchal on the 23rd of December....

The Associação Notas e Sinfonias Atlânticas, in partnership with the Regional Secretariat for Tourism and Culture, presents at 6pm, at the Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias, the “End of Year” concert, conducted by Gianluca Marcianò and featuring soloist Martina Filjak, with...

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...

On the 5th of January, at 7 pm, hymns of the Epiphany are sung at Praça do Povo, in a concert open to the public which revives this Madeiran tradition. The Arrival of the Three Kings is celebrated on the...

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...