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Flower Market and Regional Flavours

Visit Madeira — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:40:08 +0000

Discover the authentic taste of Madeira in our Flower and Regional Products Market during the Flower Festival 2026.
Among lush flowers, delight yourself with the regional sweets, bolo do caco, cider, craft beer and poncha with exotic flavours. A true festive experience, where Madeiran tradition reveals itself in every flavour.
Join us and feel part of a big family celebrating the Madeira Flower Festival!

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Flower Workshops

Visit Madeira — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:24:45 +0000

Take part in the Flower Workshops, where the senses are awakened in various ways. In this feast of exotic colours and flavours, discover cuisine with edible flowers alluding to spring, learn how to care for orchids, know more about the art of ballooning, whilst exploring the flower in different techniques.
From information on Madeira’s endemic and indigenous plants, to the famous bolos do caco and exotic spring cocktails, each experience is a unique palette of flavours and knowledge.

Join us for an explosion of appetizing experiences at the Flower Workshops, where every moment is a celebration of flavours, colours and learning.

Programme

04 May | Monday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Chestnut Buiscuit Workshop – Curral das Freiras Community Centre

06 May | Wednesday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Fortified Madeira Wine Cocktail Workshop – Madeira Barmen Association

12 May | Tuesday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Workshop – Tuna Pica-pau – Chef Eusébio Nunes, O Recante Restaurant (Caniçal)

15 May | Friday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Madeira Rum Cocktails Workshop – Madeira Barmen Association

19 May | Tuesday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Domingos Apple Cake with dry fruits Workshop – Curral das Freiras Community Centre

20 May | Wednesday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Workshop – Regional Liquours – Madeira Barmen Association

22 May | Friday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Chestnut Pudding Workshop – Curral das Freiras Community Centre

25 May | Monday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Non-Alcoholic Cocktails Workshop – Madeira Barmen Association

28 May | Thursday
Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga | Concert Stage
15:00 – Chestnut Jam Workshop – Curral das Freiras Community Centre

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Madeira Flower Collection

flowmeonline — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:30:39 +0000

This event aims to promote the regional fashion sector, engaging a wide number of creators inspired by the flowers, therefore bestowing a touch of contemporaneity and “glamour” to one of the greatest tourist attractions of Madeira, in an unique touristic entertainment moment.
This event presents original fashion creations by various local designers.

+info: Website Oficial, Facebook

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Floral Installations

Visit Madeira — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:20:16 +0000

The diversity of Madeiran flora contributed, in a great way, to the establishment of these artistic manifestations, which combine the beauty of flowers with the characteristic elements of Madeiran tradition and culture. The floral sculptures are a great contribution to the magnificence of city decorations, whose careful construction is shared and admired by our visitors.

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Madeira International Fireworks Contest

Visit Madeira — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:03:51 +0000

The Madeira International Fireworks Contest consists of three pyromusical shows on the first three Saturdays of June which can be seen along the bay of Funchal, during 20 minutes.

The objective is to attain the “Atlantic Trophy”, awarded by a jury.
On the other hand, the “Madeira Belongs to All Trophy”, is awarded by public vote.

Follow the soundtracks of the Madeira Atlantic festival pyromusical shows, broadcasted live, at FM 105.09 MHz .

Programme
June, 7th
10.30pm
. Pyromusical Show: representing The United Kingdom, the company Fully Fused Fireworks, under the theme “The Power of Dreams”.

June, 14th
10.30pm
. Pyromusical Show: representing Belgium, the company HC Pyrotechnics, under the theme “Love’s Symphony: A Fireworks Extravaganza”.

June, 21st
10.30pm
. Pyromusical Show: representing Switzerland, the company La Pirotecnica SAGL di Colombo, under the theme “Happiness and Love”.

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Classics at Magnolia

Visit Madeira — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 15:25:48 +0000

This exhibition sheduled for the last weekend of July is a great tourist value and a tribute to all those who contribute and are dedicated to the preservation of classic vehicles and to the assertion of this heritage.

In addition to its natural charm, the gardens of Quinta Magnólia present, once again, all the glamour of that decade, in an atmosphere plenty of entertainment, period-dressed extras, gatherings and automobile- and lounge areas.
‘Classics in Magnolia’ was born in 2020, associated with the exhibition ‘Recomposition’, which took place in the cultural centre “Quinta Magnólia – Centro Cultural”, alluding to the contribution that Madeiran sculptor Ricardo Veloza has left us. Having achieved, from the outset, a notable success, the event allowed the assertion of a new event in the Autonomous Region of Madeira.

+info: Official Website

Classics at Magnólia 2025 – List of participating vehicles – english version

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Wine Festival

Visit Madeira — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:29:20 +0000

The Madeira Wine Festival is above all a cultural and ethnographic event.
This festival pays tribute to this sector which is, and always has been, extremely important to the region, attracting many tourists and locals to the various points where it is held.
The Madeira Wine Lounge will be set up in Praça do Povo, where a more cosmopolitan and contemporary atmosphere associated with the consumption of Madeira wines will be recreated, where you can taste the flavors of the region and the wines of each producing municipality.
There will also be a variety of musical entertainment.

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Nature Festival

Visit Madeira — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:54:56 +0000

he Nature Festival takes place throughout the Madeira archipelago between the 6th and 11th of October. The event aims to promote tourist entertainment within the scope of nature, encouraging the practice of activities that allow direct contact with the rich natural heritage of Madeira islands and associating active tourism with gastronomy, wine tourism and music.

Amidst the walks along the levadas which almost edge the entire island, the descents down the waterfalls in the mountains along the north coast, the bike rides through the forest trails and the knowledge of our cultural and historical roots, the Nature Festival is a tribute to the natural heritage of the archipelago, where the Laurel forest, a UNESCO world heritage site since 1999, is a must too.

Open to participants of all ages, the event which covers some of the most beautiful spots in Madeira is filled with culture, nature sports, heritage and history. In this edition, in addition to the usual extreme activities carried out within nature, the wellness and well-being factors are also considered.

Nature is the motto for this excellent opportunity to get to know the best places on the island – from the seaside to the top of the mountains – while experiencing various sports and activities which are already part of this destination.

+info: Official website

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Columbus Festival

Visit Madeira — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:54:02 +0000

Columbus festival it’s just one of the many good reasons that will make you visit the so called “Golden Island”.

With a totally diﬀerent landscape, Porto Santo is known for having one of the most beautiful beaches in the country with its crystal clear waters and therapeutical golden sand.

Columbus festival recalls the Age of discoveries and attracts hundreds of visitors to Porto Santo. It begins with Columbus’ arrival on the island in the XV century recreating the atmosphere of that time.

This festival, created by the teachers and students of the local schools, entails drama scenes, acrobatics shows, juggling and constant animation in the streets of the village, following the dress code of the time. It is like travelling back in history!

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Atlantic Festival

Visit Madeira — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:49:14 +0000

With 20 years of existence this is the official event that opens the door for Summer in Madeira. Every Saturday in June an international competition takes place in Funchal’s bay, where each participating country chooses a theme and exhibits the talent, novelties and advances in the pyrotechnics art.
The firework display is accompanied by music and a great diversity of colours.

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Carnival

Visit Madeira — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:40:43 +0000

Carnival is the frst big event in Madeira’s event calendar.
In all counties of the archipelago there are small parades and themed parties where everyone wears a carnival costume.

This event starts on Wednesday, before the “Entrudo” (Shrove or Fat Tuesday as it is known) and the fun goes on until the “Enterro do Osso” that takes place on the Saturday after Carnival day.
The biggest event of Carnival Season in Madeira happens on Saturday evening (Carnival Weekend) with the main parade in the streets of Funchal.

Numerous Samba groups parade in magnificent and colourful dance costumes. This is a real show of light, colour and music, that thousands join in to watch.

On Tuesday afternoon, you can also enjoy another parade, known as “Cortejo Trapalhão”, where comedy and satire are the main ingredients and anyone is free to join. Just make sure to wear a good disguise!

+ Info: Official Website

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Flower Festival

Visit Madeira — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:44:55 +0000

It is undoubtedly the most emblematic event in the Madeira archipelago and also the most colourful. For several weeks, Funchal is filled with the scent of flowers and the joy of thousands of tourists who come here.

The construction of the Wall of Hope, symbolised by the placement of flowers by children, and the floral carpets that stretch across the streets are unique moments of this event.

This year, the Flower Festival brings something new: two incredible parades, on 3 and 17 May, with around a thousand participants of all ages, are the highlight of the parade of scents that enchants our main city.

And to further enhance these weeks of festival, the Flower Festival is brightened by a car parade, consisting of classic cars, which combine their incomparable beauty with the simplicity and charm of floral arrangements.

A mix of magic not to be missed!

Flower Festival 2026 – Official Programme – english version
Flower Festival 2026 – Official Programme – french version
Flower Festival 2026 – Official Programme – german version
Flower Festival 2026 – Official Programme – spanish version

Flower Festival 2026 | Poster – english version

Flower Festival 2026 | Related Events – english version

Flower Festival 2026 | Initiatives Municipalities of the Autonomous Region of Madeira – english version

For the purpose of ticket reservation and purchase for the – FLOWER FESTIVAL PARADES STANDS 2026, held on May 3rd, 10th, and 17th, please contact the associations listed below:

ABM – Associação de Batucada da Madeira
Mr. José Rodrigues – Ph. (+351) 965 077 816
E-mail: batucadamadeira@gmail.com

ADN – Ponta do SOL – Associação de Desporto e Natureza
Ms. Tânia Faria – Ph. (+351) 966 453 170
E-mail: adnmadeira@gmail.com

AFM – Associação de Fado da Madeira
Mr. Eduardo Figueira – Ph. (+351) 968 123 742
E-mail: afm.fadomadeira@gmail.com

Associação de Animação Geringonça
Mr. Ricardo Lapa – Ph. (+351) 916 737 988
E-mail: geringonca87@gmail.com

Associação Fitness Team
Ms. Carina Pestana – Ph. (+351) 966 255 206
E-mail: associacaoft@hotmail.com

Grupo de Folclore Monte Verde
Mr. Marco Mendonça – Ph. (+351) 968 117 230
Email: geral@gfmonteverde.com

Nuvem D´Afectos – Associação Cultural e Recreativa
Mr. Duarte Nóbrega – Ph. (+351) 960 359 297
Email: nuvemdeafectos@gmail.com

Palco D´Emoções – Associação Cultural, Recreativa, Desportiva e Escola de Samba
Mr. António Figueiroa – Ph. (+351) 925 790 509
E-mail: geral.palcodemocoes@gmail.com

Retoiça – Associação Cultural, Desportiva e Recreativa
Mr. Sérgio Teixeira – Ph. (+351) 966 136 398
E-mail: madeiratribune@gmail.com

Stand´s Map | Flower Festival Parades 2026 – May,17th – (check here)
Stand´s Map | Madeira Flower Classic Parade 2026 – May,10th – (check here)

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Christmas and NewYear’s Festivities

Visit Madeira — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000

The official kick-off of Madeira’s Christmas and New Year celebrations takes place on December 1st, marked by the enchanting moment when the spectacular Christmas lights in Funchal’s downtown area are switched on.

Madeira turns into a festive wonderland, spreading the Christmas holiday spirit to both locals and visitors alike, in such a way that it seems that the island does not sleep until January. Gastronomic events, lively entertainment, and cultural activities fill the avenues and squares, inviting everyone in a magical atmosphere of fun and celebration.

On New Year’s Eve, and entering the first minutes of January, the world-famous firework display, ackwnoledge in the Guiness Book of Records—illuminates the bay in a breathtaking array of colors and shapes, creating an unforgettable spectacle.

Undoubtedly, this is one of the most cherished and festive moments of the year, captivating both residents and visitors and leaving everyone exhilarated with holiday cheer.

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