Culture

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...

ABM Madeira presents the concert “Fala-me de Música” – Duo Bandonica, as part of the 2026 season, featuring a series of performances across various municipalities of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. The project brings together mandolinist Francisca Abreu and accordionist...

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

The Calheta Municipality Festivities 2026 will take place from 4 to 27 June, bringing an exciting programme of music, theatre, traditional celebrations and entertainment for all ages. Among the events highlights are the theatre performances “O Que Tem Uma Mala?”...

A documentary film dedicated to promoting the natural, scientific and landscape heritage of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. The project showcases the work of naturalists and documentary filmmakers who have contributed to the study and understanding of Madeira’s biodiversity and...

At this time, the weekends are more lively and inviting for outdoor activities. Therefore, over the month of June, from Thursday to Sunday, you can enjoy a lively sunset in the garden beside Praça do Povo, where there will be...

Discover a new dimension of culture in the stunning Fortaleza do Pico with the “Ópera no Pico” cycle. Get ready for four unforgettable nights of music, passion and fireworks under the stars during the Atlantic Festival. In this third edition,...

Festival held annually in the parish of Jardim da Serra, with the aim of promoting the culture and marketing of cherry and, on the other hand, the economic and tourist potential of the locality where it takes place. The cherry...

The Municipality of Funchal is hosting the first edition of “São João na Sé”, an initiative that brings together, for the first time, two of the city’s most iconic traditional festivities: the Festas da Sé and the Saint John’s Altars....

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 Municipality of Câmara de Lobos intends to hold another edition of the traditional Festas de São Pedro, which will take place from June 26th to July 1st with music shows, gastronomy, street decorations and the traditional popular marches. Patron...

“(Al)Mare – Where Life Moves Like Water” takes the audience on a sensory journey inspired by the relationship between the Atlantic Ocean and the natural forces of Madeira Island. Through dance, circus arts, set design and technology, the show constructs...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra marks the Day of the Autonomous Region of Madeira and the Madeiran Communities with a commemorative concert on 1 July at 9:30 pm at Santa Catarina Park, with free admission. Under the direction of guest conductor...

For quite a few decades the “24 Horas a Bailar” folklore festival features several folklore groups from the Island and from all over the country. In the city of Santana thousands of emigrants plan their annual return to the Island...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra presents a Chamber Music Concert featuring the Madbrass 7 ensemble on 4 July at 9:00 pm at the Saccharum Resort & Spa. The programme includes notable works by Franz von Suppé, Astor Piazzolla, and other renowned...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra’s “Atlântida” Wind Quintet will take the stage at Reid’s Palace Belmond Hotel on 7 July for a chamber music concert, beginning at 9:00 pm. This ensemble of OCM musicians will perform a diverse repertoire in an...

On July, 8th, at 9pm, the Madeira Classical Orchestra takes the stage at the prestigious Royal Savoy Hotel in Funchal for a truly exceptional concert, featuring the acclaimed Ensemble XXI String Orchestra. Set in one of the region’s most iconic...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra presents a Chamber Music Concert featuring the Madbrass 7 ensemble to be held on 11 July at 6:00 pm at Madeira Legislative Assembly.The programme includes notable works by Franz von Suppé, Astor Piazzolla, and other renowned...

Would you like to see a unique event which discloses and replicates the rich Madeiran traditions and gastronomy through the recreation of an ethnographic village? Then, head to the parish of Camacha. The ethnographic display “Camacha de Ontem – Madeira...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra presents its 2025/2026 Season Closing Concert, featuring the distinguished violinist Haik Kazazyan, internationally renowned for his intense expressiveness, refined technique and captivating stage presence. The concert will take place on 18 July at 6:00 pm at...

The Colours of Porto Santo is an outdoor participatory cultural event organised by Associação Avivando, taking place on 8 August at Alameda Infante D. Henrique, in Porto Santo. Inspired by India’s traditional Holi festival, Colours Porto Santo is much more...

The event, which is organized by Casa do Povo da Fajã da Ovelha (Fajã da Ovelha Community Centre), aims at highlighting the characteristic aspects of the parish, such as the type of fruits produced, by organizing gastronomic tastings including the...

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

The Wine Harvest Festival gathers every year, in the first half of September, thousands of locals and tourists in the village of Estreito. On Saturday morning, September 5th, the spotlight turns to Estreito de Câmara de Lobos, where the Harvest...

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...

The eleventh edition of the Poncha and Honey Festival is organised by the Casa do Povo da Serra de Água and takes place from 23 to 24 January.This festival honours the famous regional drink and the products needed to make...