Events

On 28th March at 20.00, at the Centro Cívico Cultural e Social da Ribeira Seca, in Machico hosts a set of concerts under the theme ‘Mandoisland’, a unique encounter between mandolin and accordion. These concerts will be led by the...

The onion festival is one of the most emblematic festivities of Caniço, whose main attraction is the onion parade, involving several decorated floats and an auction, an event to held from May,17th to 19th.During the parade, it is possible to...

The 2024 edition of the International Museum Day commemorated on the 18th of May features the theme “Museums for education and research”,On this day the museums are free, and it is possible to visit various exhibitions and participate in some...

‘Festa da Alegria’ is organized by Casa do Povo and the Parish Council of São Roque, with the aim of divulging the rural traditions which are still alive in the city of Funchal.A location for the display of livestock animals...

Santa Curtas Film Festival happens every Friday evening in August, and its aim is to promote the exhibition of short films that are not exhibited in the traditional circuits of cinema in Portugal.This outdoor festival takes place at the lovely...

Organized by Casa do Povo da Camacha, 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 artists and regional...

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...

Caniço’s Gastronomy Festival takes place in the centre of Caniço every year. It features several stalls, each representing a local restaurant, with the main goal of promoting local and regional cuisine. In addition to good food, music and street entertainment...

This popular event aims to promote the regional apple and its derivatives. The program includes entertainment, cooking, folklore, tastings, and workshops. It is also possible to watch the traditional apple crushing live. +Info: Facebook

The historical regularity race aimed at classic cars, “100 Miles – Historic Rally, is organized by Clube de Automóveis Clássicos da Madeira. This race takes place along the winding roads of the municipality of Santa Cruz and Machico, through forests,...

The Santa Cruz Community Centre organizes another edition of “Sons e Sabores da Madeira”, which marks the start of the Christmas celebrations in that municipality. The event is dedicated to music, folklore, the tasting of snacks and regional drinks. During...

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....

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...