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World Tourism Day

Visit Madeira — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:49:44 +0000

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 Funchal city centre, offering visitors and residents an opportunity to celebrate the island’s vibrant tourism culture.

As part of the celebrations, tourists will be warmly welcomed with special gifts upon their arrival at Madeira International Airport, as well as some of the official tourist information offices across the island.

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DOC. Atlantic

Visit Madeira — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:03:26 +0000

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 ecosystems, promoting environmental literacy and the Region’s scientific heritage. The decentralised programme of events in seaside venues, aims to bring the public closer to scientific and environmental culture through the screening of documentaries, the contextualization of filmmakers and reflection on Madeira’s natural heritage.

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Concert “Talk to Me About Music” – Duo Bandonica

Visit Madeira — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:03:47 +0000

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 Alessio Ferrari, offering the audience a borderless musical journey, where mandolin and accordion engage in a dialogue across different cultures, eras, and traditions.

A unique opportunity to enjoy a concert combining instrumental dialogue, emotion, and shared experience, promoting cultural accessibility throughout the region.

Free admission.

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XXXIX Apple Festival

Visit Madeira — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:29:46 +0000

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.

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100 Miles- Historic Rally

Visit Madeira — Tue, 16 May 2023 10:31:00 +0000

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, slopes and steep descents, from the top of the mountains to sea level, along a circuit which is approximately 160 km (100 miles) long.

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Christmas Traditional Nights

Visit Madeira — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:26:40 +0000

These festive traditions are celebrated across the island on different dates between December 9th and 23rd, an opportunity for both locals and tourists to experience Madeira’s authentic Christmas spirit. The popular Christmas Market Nights are one of the Madeira Islands main highlights for this holiday season.

The most iconic event is the Night at the Farmers’ Market (Mercado dos Lavradores) in Funchal, held every year, on December 23rd. On this lively evening, people from all over the island come to the capital to do their Christmas shopping. The market and nearby stalls are filled with colourful displays of fresh fruit, vegetables, wheat pots, holly, and many other items connected to Madeira’s Christmas traditions

As night falls, the celebration reaches its peak in the fish market square, where Christmas carols fill the air. The festivities continue until dawn, creating a warm and memorable night. It’s a great opportunity to meet old friends, share stories from the year, and enjoy homemade liqueurs and the traditional carne de vinha d’alhos(pork in wine and garlic) sandwiches.

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Santa Cruz Cultural Centre / Quinta do Revoredo

Visit Madeira — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:48:39 +0000

The Santa Cruz Cultural Centre – Quinta do Revoredo is a public space where various cultural activities are promoted. Quinta do Revoredo forms part of the Santa Cruz Cultural Centre, a public space that plays host to a range of cultural activities.
In this space various exhibition rooms can be found, as well as a plastic arts workshop, a photography lab, a library and a charming open-air amphitheatre. The mansion also has well-kept gardens, where the renowned dragon tree can be spotted, along with various plant species that bring a splash of green to the area. The Cultural Centre is the venue of choice for a group of regional, Portuguese and international artists, who use it to promote their work.

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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!

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