Events

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?”...

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,...

The music and fireworks combine harmoniously, marking the beginning and end of the Atlantic Festival. The opening pyrotechnic show takes place on the 6th of June. The closing of the festivities will feature two shows: the first will take place...

On 26 June at 6:30 pm, Portal das Artes, in Funchal, will host the lecture “The History and Evolution of the Mandolin: From the 17th Century to the Present Day”, presented by renowned luthier and mandolin maker Federico Gabrielli. During...

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...

Since 2000, Funchal Jazz Festival takes in some of the greatest names in the jazz panorama, both national and international.At the Municipal Garden and at Santa Catarina’s Park, with Funchal’s bay as a backdrop these are truly inspiring moments, specially...

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...

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 culture, music and gastronomy, as well as the nautical sports are the motto for the Sea Week. This Festival features a series of activities and games, which happen across the harbour and the amazing natural pools, where hundreds of...

Already in its 39th edition, the Machico Gastronomic Week is, as such, a set festivity within the itinerary of the summer festivities of Madeirans. This event, which is organised by the Machico City Hall, has as its main objective the...

Organized by Casa do Povo da Camacha (Camacha Community Centre), the Camachense Art Festival is dedicated to the cultural traditions of this parish. During one week, Camacha becomes the center stage for entertainment, cultural exhibits and musical performances by various...

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...

Living up to the fact that it is nicknamed the “land of wine” in Madeira, the Porto da Cruz Community Centre annually organizes the Grape and Farmer Festival. This dynamic event seeks to value farmers, with the aim of promoting...

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 annual rural event, the Apple Festival, takes place from the 19th to the 20th of September.Organised by the Ponta do Pargo Community Centre, this festival usually gathers many agriculturists from various neighbouring locations. The producers gather in the parish...

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 January, 28th, 30th and...

The groups participating in the Allegoric Parade of the Flower Festival come to life, displaying dazzling costumes and choreographies. This performance is a celebration of flowers, beauty and joy, embracing the public in a festive atmosphere. Entrance to this performance...

This is the biggest Summer festival in the archipelago with a set of extreme variety of music styles – hip-hop, soul, funk, rock, rap, reggae and so much more.An authentic tribute to the sun and the good vibes. Santa Catarina...