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 “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...

The Conservatory – School of the Arts of Madeira, Eng. Luiz Peter Clode resumes its Concert Series, which will take place throughout the months of November and December. This series includes performances by students from the Professional Courses in Instrumental...

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...

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...

On 15 November at 6 pm, the Madeira Classical Orchestra will present an unmissable concert at the Baltazar Dias Municipal Theatre with the acclaimed German violinist Kirill Troussov who will perform under the direction of the well-known guest conductor Evan...

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...

The Madeira Mandolin Association promotes between the 19th and 23rd of November, the 10th. edition of the Madeira International Mandolin Festival, at Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias, a unique meeting for the public with the most varied languages ​​that the mandolin...

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 –...

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...

The Associação Cultural Recreativa e Artística Baile Histórico (Historical Ball Cultural, Recreational and Artistic Association) promotes the Autumn Ball to be held on 21 November at 3 pm at the Fortress of São Tiago in Funchal. This event celebrates the...

On November, 22nd, the Madeira Classical Orchestra presents an unmissable concert at 6 pm, featuring the Ensemble XXI String Orchestra. This event will take place in the Fundação Princesa Dona Maria Amélia chapel, in Funchal, one of the region’s most...

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...

The Savoy Palace Hotel hosts, from the November, 27th and 29th, the main wine exhibition in the Region – Essence of Wine – Madeira.This event annually gathers various Portuguese producers, including the most emblematic houses and cellars of Madeiran wine.In...

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...

This holiday season, “Praça do Peixe” located in the heart of the Mercado dos Lavradores, transforms into an enchanted setting, beautifully decorated with Christmas lights and festive ornaments. The Magic of Christmas at the Market brings with it moments of...

The municipal square is entirely dedicated to children and families, with a wide range of activities, where moments of fun and joy are allowed for, recreating the Christmas spirit and atmosphere. At the Christmas Village, children can explore, imagine, and...

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...

Inspired by the charm of traditional European Christmas fairs, “Christmas at the Market” transforms the Fish Market, at Mercados dos Lavradores, into a festive wonderland bursting with style, flavor, and holiday spirit. On the first three Sundays of December, Funchal´s...

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

The Christmas Concert organized by Diário de Notícias da Madeira, in partnership with the Orquestra Clássica da Madeira, is already a milestone in the Christmas festivities calendar for many families. The eleventh edition of this event features a concert with...

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 Baltazar Dias Municipal Theatre, 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...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra’s New Year’s Concert features the talented conductor Gianluca Marciano and the exceptional soloist Alberto Sousa.The programme includes the traditional Polkas and Waltzes of the Strauss family, and there will be two sessions, one at 5 pm...

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...