Events

Funchal’s Marathon is one of the most important athletic events in the city and attracts several hundred athletes, some of whom are worldwide references of this sport.This event is divided in 3 races: Marathon (42.195 m), Half Marathon (21.097,50 m)...

The Madeira Classical Orchestra invites you to celebrate Entrudo with its Carnival Concert — a lively and entertaining musical event conducted by Maestro Luís Andrade, taking place on 2 February at 6 pm at the Madeira Congress Centre. For this...

Descubra o encanto do Mercadinho de Carnaval, onde poderá encontrar uma seleção de produtos regionais como frutas frescas, plantas exuberantes, o emblemático Vinho Madeira, mel de cana e os seus derivados, assim como iguarias típicas da época carnavalesca. A música...

On Thursday morning, prior to Carnival, about a thousand young revellers from various schools and kindergartens of Funchal, all in disguise, parade through the city centre (Avenida Arriaga), in an atmosphere of Carnival liveliness.

Funchal downtown is once again the stage of another highly original and creative entertainment initiative: With contagious energy, hundreds of revellers from “Associação de Desenvolvimento Comunitário do Funchal” parade along Avenida Arriaga towards the Municipal Garden, where a show takes...

On 5 and 6 February, for the first time, the streets of Funchal city centre will come alive at night with music, colour and entertainment, as two Carnival parades bring together spectacular floats and costumes filled with creativity and imagination.Around...

This is the major competition of trail running in Madeira. Year after year, this competition brings not only a vast selection of elite ITRA athletes as well as hundreds of other runners, gathering over 2000 participants.It’s a race of 115km...

Discover the authentic taste of Madeira in our Flower and Regional Products Market during the Flower Festival 2027.Among lush flowers, delight yourself with the regional sweets, bolo do caco, cider, craft beer and poncha with exotic flavours. A true festive...

Symbolic construction of the “Wall of Hope” On Saturday morning, children are invited to place a flower on the “Wall of Hope”, in a symbolic appeal for Peace. Accompanied by family members, the little ones carry their flower, probably picked...

On May, 2nd and 16th, the streets of downtown Funchal are once again filled with music, color and soft perfumes with the sumptuous parade of floats that harmoniously combine multiple floral species with decorations full of creativity. The Flower Festival...

At Avenida Arriaga Central Walkways takes place, the “Wall of Solidarity” is set up in a symbolic ceremony, where the beneficiaries from various social solidarity institutions come together to build a wall of flowers. This not only adds an inclusive...

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 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...

The event showcases some of the Region’s finest historic automobiles, recognising the most outstanding and best-presented entries while offering enthusiasts and visitors a unique opportunity to appreciate the rich history and diversity of classic motoring in a vibrant and festive...

The “Dressed for the Occasion ”competition returns in this edition of Madeira Classic Car Revival 2027, with the aim of creating a historic atmosphere, an event that takes place at Praça do Povo. This competition will take place on May...

Machico hosts the “Mercado Quinhentista” between June 4th to 6th, the 16th-century Market”, an event that evokes the historical period of the discovery of the island, which has gained a prominent cultural status. Organized by the MQ – Mercado Quinhentista...

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...

The Madeira International Fireworks Competition comprises three pyromusical shows, which take place on the first three Saturdays in June and can be viewed, over 20 minutes, across the whole of the bay of Funchal. For this edition, pyrotechnic companies from...

This week is filled with various artistic performances which will transform Funchal City into a creativity area with diverse music, dance, singing, movement and cinematic presentations. A week dedicated to creativity and arts education, transforming the city of Funchal into...

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...

From July 9 to 18, Madeira will host the Madeira Gastronomic Festival – SAL, a culinary event that celebrates the region’s rich gastronomic culture and heritage, blending tradition with innovation.This festival is an unmissable opportunity to explore eight gastronomic routes...

This exhibition sheduled for the last weekend of July (31st and August 1st) 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...

The Madeira Rally attracts thousands of enthusiasts of this sport to the island’s roads since 1959. Year after year, this international rally competition has been able to maintain its quality bringing in renowned drivers from all over the world. The...

On 24 and 25 September, Porto Santo Golfe will welcome the 10th edition of the “Colombo’s Golf Trophy” Tournament, a prestigious event included in the official programme of the Colombo Festival, held on the enchanting island of Porto Santo. Set...

As a leading tourist destination, Madeira proudly joins the celebrations of World Tourism Day, held annually on 27 September. To mark this important occasion, a variety of social and cultural activities, as well as entertainment initiatives, will take place throughout...

Largo da Restauração This Ethnographic Village presents live examples of local traditions, crafts, food, folklore and two traditional nativity scenes, promoting the tangible and intangible culture of Madeira. There are two types of traditional nativity scenes: the traditional~Madeiran one located...

The Christmas Market features several decorated stalls offering tourists a wide range of regional products, handicrafts and foods that are typical of the Christmas season, including plants, fruits, sugar cane honey and its by-products, for take away only.

he Nature Festival takes place throughout the Madeira archipelago between the 5th and 10th 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...

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 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...