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...

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...

A nativity scene is a spontaneous creation which represents the birth of Jesus Christ, and has become an icon of Christmas in Madeira. While some maintain this tradition, others modernize it. Natural material is usually used, or any other which...

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. +info:  Official Website

With the arrival of the Christmas season in the historic area of ​​Funchal, more specifically, the Almirante Reis gardens will be the setting for the assembly of an Ice Rink. This event aims to provide an “inviting” environment for sharing...

The event Christmas Market was born from the idea of replicating the typical European Christmas fairs, a tradition that the Municipality of Funchal decided to recreate in the Lavradores Market, thus taking place in Fish Market. The event begins with...

The City Hall Atrium will be the stage for the “Ecological Nativity Scene” initiative, an event that aims to challenge schools, public and private institutions in the municipality of Funchal to create an ecological nativity scene, with the aim of...

The Christmas Workshops allow for the making and sharing of treats, thus diffusing the genuine Madeiran traditions of this season. On the designated days and times, next to the stage in Avenida Arriaga, it is possible to learn how to...

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

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 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 Odyssey of the Queens” is a fun Christmas musical comedy that tales the adventures of the three Queens in search of their husbands, the Magi, throughout different eras. Facing cultural shocks and challenges, they discover the strength of female...

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...

On 15 December, the Madeira Mandolin Association presents the GAIA concert at the Forum Machico auditorium. Norberto Gonçalves da Cruz is the author of this musical project, which aims to encourage reflection on the role that each individual plays in...

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...

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 ninth edition of this event features a concert with...

Looking for a new soundtrack for your Christmas? The DSEAM Female Vocal Ensemble Ninfas do Atlântico and the Madeira Conservatory Academic Orchestra come together for an unforgettable musical moment. This artistic meeting takes place under the baton of maestro Francisco...

The Pianist Alexander Doronin is the invited artist invited by the Madeira Classic Orchestra (OCM) for a Piano Recital.This concert takes place at the Legislative Assembly of Madeira, on December,18th at 9:00 pm. Programme: BRAHMS – Variations on the theme...

The Soloist Wind Quintet “Atlântida” of the Madeira Classical Orchestra (OCM) presents a Chamber music concert to be held at the Reids Palace Belmond Hotel, on December 19th at 21.30. The programme presents four composers from the 19th and 20th...

The “Atlântico” String Quartet performs on December 20th, at the Savoy Palace Hotel, at 9 pm. The musicians from the Orquestra Clássica da Madeira (OCM), will perform baroque music inspired by works from 19th and 20th centuries by Mozart and...

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 Empress Sissy Cultural and Artistic Association (ACAIS) presents the Christmas show “Romantic Winter Wonderland”, on December 26th, a concerto featuring well-known Madeiran singers such as Vânia Fernandes, Cláudia Sousa, Maria Ferreira, Paulo Soares, João Camacho and the tenor Alberto...

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 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 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 under the baton of guest conductor Gianluca Marcianò and soloist...

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...

This show is an invitation to celebrate the New Year, in one of the most emblematic places in downtown Funchal. The entertainment, with different musical styles, is provided by regional artists such as Buzico, Sandra & Ricardo, Vasco Freitas and...

The Funchal Jazz Orchestra presents a concert under the theme “After Christmas Carols”, where the music aims to “infect” the public with lots of swing in an atmosphere of party and celebration, after Christmas and before the New Year. +info:...

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...