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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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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It is an event that sets the begining of Carnival festivities in the Region, known for its originality, marked by its gigantic figures who roam the streets of this quiet town located on the north of the Madeira island, in a parade full of humour, lots of colour and joy.

The festival culminates in the traditional Trial and Burning of the “Comadres” and “Compadres”, a ceremony filled with humour, social critique and tradition, taking place, on 5 and 12 February.

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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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After mass, in the church square, people share sandwiches of “carne de vinha d’alhos” (pork in wine and garlic), homemade liquors, songs and joy of the Christmas spirit. This is surely one of the best ways to get to know Madeirans’ Christmas spirit.

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In 2027, for the first time, the iconic Grand Carnival Parade will take place over two consecutive days, Friday 5 and Saturday 6 February, filling the streets of Funchal with music, colour and exuberant performances.

The two parades will bring together more than 1,000 revellers and around ten spectacular floats, creating a vibrant spectacle of creativity, flamboyance and fantasy that attracts residents and visitors alike to the city centre.

The celebrations culminate on Shrove Tuesday, February 9, with the irreverent Trapalhão Parade, renowned for its satirical humour and spontaneous participation.

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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.

Christmas Festivities 2026/27 | Poster – english version
New Year´s Festivities 2026/27 | Poster – english version

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