DJ set
Fred Scharf steps in at COLLECT RADIO for a DJ set full of rhythm and atmosphere.
Our picks for the next 14 days
Tomorrow 10:00
Theatre
Castelo de São Jorge · Lisbon
Tue 29 Sept
Live music
Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval · Sintra
17,50€
until 5 Oct
Sport
Marina de Cascais · Cascais
Sun 27 Sept
Free
DJ set
IDB Rooftop by Mirari · Lisbon
Tomorrow 18:00
Other
Pousada de Jovens de Sintra · Sintra
Tomorrow 20:00
Free
Live music
Capela de São Sebastião · Cascais
Today 23:59
DJ set
Casa Capitão · Lisbon
10.82€
Today 16:00
Free
Theatre
AMAS-Aud.Mun.AntónioSilva · Sintra
Today 16:00
Free
Family
Rua dos Missionários do Espírito Santo · Cascais
Sun 27 Sept
Live music
Lisboa ao Vivo · Lisbon
Sat 3 Oct 15:00
Free
Other
Albuquerque Foundation · Sintra
until 31 Dec
Free
Live music
Museu da Música Portuguesa · Cascais
DJ set
Fred Scharf steps in at COLLECT RADIO for a DJ set full of rhythm and atmosphere.
Exhibition
The Museu Nacional do Traje hosts the opening of the installation 'In Suspension' on 25 September 2026, a new artistic work going on display at the museum.
3,2€ Cinema
Scorsese | The Wolf of Wall Street
Free Family friendly Family
Rua dos Missionários do Espírito Santo in Sassoeiros becomes a space for play, discovery and community, with traditional games, drawing, movement, a mud kitchen, road safety and first-aid awareness. A day to take over the street with more people and fewer cars.
An afternoon of DJ sets with Dede, La Gugga and Kee_ko.
Free Family friendly Theatre
A theatre and puppet piece that dives into the Mediterranean Sea to rescue the story of a boy on the seabed, inviting audiences to reflect on our common home, the Earth.
MIRA RIO presents Mad Professor, with performances by ANYA JAVYBZ and Seiji Ono.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
A documentary double bill: 'Greetings from Washington, D.C.' captures the first National March for Lesbian and Gay Rights in 1979, while 'The Lesbian Avengers Eat Fire, Too' offers a rare look at the activist group's first year, including their fiery protest at the White House.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
In San Francisco, Cass, a non-binary person living in precarity, becomes a caregiver for Ari, a sensitive girl, and struggles to build a home while facing eviction, in a film that explores the intersection of poverty and non-binary identity.
DJ set
GREYOWL plays a DJ set on COLLECT RADIO.
DJ set
A DJ set with L.O.V.E. on 25 SEP.
Exhibition
European Researchers' Night 2026 takes place at MUHNAC – the National Museum of Natural History and Science in Lisbon on 25 September, an evening that brings researchers and the public together around science.
80€ Live music
The 10th edition of the UNDER THE DOOM festival brings two days of doom, death and gothic metal to LAV – Lisboa ao Vivo on 25 and 26 September, headlined by Draconian and featuring Evoken, Schammasch, Liv Kristine, Marche Funebre, Atone and ANZV.
Workshops & talks
The conference "From Silence to Time", by Maria Mota, takes place on September 25, 2026 at Casa Reynaldo dos Santos e Irene Quilhó dos Santos.
DJ set
DECIMA presents a line-up of DJ sets with Leonardo Cruz, THEUSS, Tiago DJ, Nørbak and DVS1.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
A program of short films exploring queer identity, asylum, desire, and survival, including works from Pakistan, Iran, Belgium, Spain, and more.
Live music
Lamiré On Tour performs live with 'Back to the Village', in a night running from 6pm to 4am.
Party
GAYANCE party at Pieces Chess Club Lisbon.
Free Other
Lively Fridays returns to the Mercado da Vila de Cascais on 25 September 2026, bringing entertainment and animation to everyone visiting the market.
DJ set
Sunset DJ set at 7 Seas Bistro, every Friday from 18h00 to 21h00.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
A documentary about Dimitri, a photographer gradually losing his sight, as he captures the world around him.
An evening dedicated to Mr. Chardonnay takes over the Palácio das Especiarias on 25 September 2026.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
Animated comedy satirizing conversion therapies and the far right, following Jim, a bear influencer, and Lucien, his secret admirer.
20€ Theatre
Gilmário Vemba presents '3rd Round', a show that explores the three great dimensions of life with humor and reflection.
10€ Live music
MIAU presents the launch of its 2026/27 season with a concert by Portuguese folk/rock trio Lobo Mau at Espaço Alvito, featuring songs from their albums and EPs.
DJ set
A DJ set with Vertigo at the beach.
3,2€ Cinema
Journey to the End of the Mute | The Iron Mask
10€ Other
A performance inspired by Nan Shepherd's The Living Mountain, based on the idea of the mountain as a place to enter rather than a summit to conquer. A teaser of the show.
A night of morna music with MARIA ALICE at Malandro do Marquês on 25-09-2026.
3,2€ Cinema
European Heritage Days Session
Exhibition
Festival Ano Q 2026 takes place at Galeria Zé dos Bois (ZDB) on 25 September 2026.
Other
por Lisbon Irish Session Uma noite de música, tradição e espírito irlandês. A Lisbon Irish Session traz à Casa do Fauno a tradição das irish sessions: encontros musicais informais onde músicos se juntam para tocar temas tradicionais irlandeses. Serão três horas de viagem pela paisagem sonora da Irlanda, passando também
A dinner celebrating Lusophone flavors with Chalo Correia at Casa Mocambo, gastronomy and culture, on 25-09-2026.
M/6 Live music
Brazilian trio Os Garotin play their first show in Portugal as part of their first European tour, mixing MPB, hip hop, soul, R&B and pop, with their Grammy Latino-winning album 'Os Garotin de São Gonçalo'.
Al'Fado brings fado and Sephardic music to the stage of O Grilo Beato on 25 September 2026, an evening devoted to Portuguese and Sephardic musical traditions.
14€ Family friendly Theatre
Film screening of 'Dead Poets Society', directed by Peter Weir, starring Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke, among others.
15€ Live music
Ricardo Ribeiro brings fado to the Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval on 25 September 2026.
Free Todas as idades Live music
Rui Miguel Abreu returns to Casa Capitão for a DJ set dedicated to jazz 45s — the 7-inch vinyl records that marked the history of jazz.
DJ set
A DJ set with Mercury celebrating the 2nd anniversary of SPECTRA.
M/12 Theatre
A theatre production titled SUPERSTAR.
5€ M/3 Live music
The concert Time of Music, Music of Time pays tribute to Eduardo Lourenço's poetic prose, with an instrumental programme from the late 17th and early 18th centuries performed by Occassus Ensemble. With an introduction by Paulo Pires do Vale and readings by Júlio Martín Fonseca, the recital ends with a Bach violin sonata.
14,06€ 12+ Live music
MAR is BERSHKA's guest in another event in partnership with DICE at Casa Capitão, presenting her debut solo album 'CUÍCA', rooted in pop, R&B and hip-hop.
13,01€ 12+ Live music
No Money brings his new album 'Cicatrizes' to Casa Capitão on 25 September, a record that shows the Superbad MC's versatility between bars and beats from Here's Johnny, Osémio Boémio and Lhast.
3,2€ Cinema
Queer Lisboa presents Black is... Black Ain"t, with tickets at €3.20 and discounts for students, seniors, and other audiences.
4,5€ M/16 Cinema
Documentary about a Chinese aspiring artist torn between Berlin's cultural scene and her traditional family in Beijing.
4,5€ M/18 Cinema
Fiction about Veneno, a rebellious young man who travels with Muñeco, a truck driver, developing an unexpected intimacy.
DJ set
Grishagreg performs a DJ set at the Lobby Late Show.
DJ set
A pub crawl through Lisbon's bars, with a party atmosphere and DJ sets along the way.
DJ set
DJ set by João Melgueira.
DJ set
QG das Crias returns to Lisbon with a special edition featuring an all-female lineup. The party brings DJ Marzzia, Laís Millk, DJ Mariana, DJ Mary and more surprises for a high-energy night.
DJ set
A DJ set with Conhecido João & Terzi.
DJ set
DJ set by Andre Cascais.
10.82€ 18+ DJ set
On Friday, Apupu takes over the three floors of Casa Capitão with Décio, TrillSeco, ZenGxrl, Guima, Don Andre, ALiNA, XavBeatz, Rua and Maribell, spinning afrobeat, hip-hop, amapiano and baile funk.
FERVO celebrates its first birthday with a DJ-set night featuring Meibi, King Kami, kennino and thing1 thing2.
Ministerium Club hosts Kevin Saunderson, GGGG and Hélio for a night of partying.
8€ Live music
Al-jiçç present Níger Suite, the project's seventh album, at Cossoul, crossing jazz, improvisation and musical traditions from Mali and Morocco. The concert brings together Nuno Damião, Gonçalo Lopes, Ricardo A. Freitas and Jorge Lopes Trigo, with Maria Radich on two tracks.
8€ Live music
CADITA performs at Tokyo Lisboa for the release concert of the album 'Meta: Voo', produced by Sérgio Mendes. The Portuguese afropop project, led by Luís Soares, plays the ten tracks from the new record live with the full band.
M/12 Theatre
'CommedIA a La Carte 2026' brings to the stage a comedy that plays on the commedia dell'arte tradition and artificial intelligence (IA), in a theatre show billed for 2026.
18–21,60€ Live music
Filho da Mãe, the project of guitarist Rui Carvalho, performs live at àCapela on September 25, in a concert that blends rock, punk, folk and experimentalism, and anticipates his new album.
A unique end-of-day experience: walking along the Aqueduct.
M/16 Live music
A concert paying tribute to José Carlos Schwarz and Teresa Schwarz.
PassFábrica combines two concerts in one night: Júlio Resende Trio performs at 21:00 in Sala, while El Carmen at the same starts at 22:30 in Space.
Free Live music
A Fechada dedicates a night to Mac DeMarco's music with Mac and The Demarcos, a live session performed by local musicians. The concert runs on a free donation basis, with a suggested contribution between €5 and €10, and music starts at 9pm on the lower floor.
Live music
Live music at Clube da Praia, Praia das Maçãs, every Friday and Saturday night.
Live music
Live Brazilian music at the restaurant and gallery Orixás, every Friday and Saturday at dinner.
Live music
Night of live traditional Portuguese music at Taverna dos Trovadores, every Friday and Saturday.
Free Family friendly Exhibition
The European Researchers' Night returns to Oeiras on September 25, from 4pm to 10pm, at the Gardens of Palácio Marquês de Pombal. The free programme includes games, interactive experiments, conversations and exhibitions for all ages.
M/12 Theatre
'Pure Madness' takes the stage in a theatre production that promises to unleash delirium and humour in equal measure.
10€ Live music
OCA Collective launches the Aqui ao Lado series at Badassery with a night dedicated to R&B and neo soul, featuring Jon Onj, Vanessa Parish Crooks and Roberta Ba. Doors open at 7pm and music runs until 11pm.
M/12 Theatre
A theatre piece centred on Rosaline, Romeo's ex, exploring the story from her point of view.
Other
Photographer Sonia Sieff presents series dedicated to the male body, offering an intimate and contemporary look at nudity in a dialogue between photography, fashion and emotion.
Free Live music
T-Rex performs an intimate free concert at Cavo Rooftop in Lisbon's Cruise Terminal, with limited capacity and panoramic views, as part of the Sabores com Música program. The show starts at 8 PM, with DJ sets from 5 PM and a barbecue announced.
Free Workshops & talks
On September 24 and 25, the Estoril Congress Center hosts the Cascais International Health Forum 2026, under the theme 'Live Longer, Live Better', bringing together policymakers and experts to discuss longevity and health.
Exhibition
Exhibition dedicated to the archaeology of Praia das Maçãs, part of the valorization initiatives promoted by Sintra City Council between July and September.
5,00€–10,00€ 18+ Family
A night walk through Castelo de São Jorge, led by biologists from Biota, to discover, observe and identify the various bat species that live there. The activity uses ultrasound detectors and helps demystify myths and legends about these animals.
10€ Theatre
Sinopse O espetáculo "Frida Kahlo - Memórias de uma Casa Azul" regressa aos palcos com uma quarta temporada... O espetáculo ganhou vida no ano passado com três temporadas completamente esgotadas! Quando se fala de Frida Kahlo, fala-se de resiliência, de amores e desamores, de amantes, de cigarros, de tequila, de cor e
32€ Family friendly Live music
The Cuca Monga Festival returns to Lisbon for its 4th edition on 25 and 26 September at the Gardens of Museu de Lisboa/Palácio Pimenta, with two days of live music featuring label artists and guests. Daily ticket is €32 and the event is for ages 6 and up.
Other
One Million Points of Light, Alfredo Jaar's first solo exhibition at Galeria Francisco Fino, brings together three of the artist's fundamental works in Portugal for the first time, reflecting on the politics of the image, historical memory and the viewer's ethical responsibility.
(R)encontro no Azulejo brings Lourdes Castro and Ilda David together in an intergenerational dialogue around light and shadow, honouring Castro's historical bond with Galeria Ratton since its founding in 1987. Open Monday to Friday, 10h to 13h30 and 15h to 19h.
Family friendly Family
Autumn open days at the Atelier Galeria Artéria in Benfica on 25 September 2026, with the gallery's doors open to visitors of all ages.
This exhibition presents the Camonian collection of António Augusto de Carvalho Monteiro, as part of the celebrations of the fifth centenary of Camões, on display at Quinta da Regaleira.
12€ Theatre
Sinopse Georg Büchner morreu aos 23 anos, em 1837, e nunca terminou Woyzeck , uma das peças que anunciam o teatro moderno. É um texto inacabado e fragmentário. Também por isso é um campo aberto a múltiplas possibilidades. O problema que os auéééu escolheram enfrentar está relacionado com a vocação do poder patriarcal p
6€ Theatre
Sinopse Não exageramos se dissermos que O Pai (1887) é uma das peças mais ferozes de August Strindberg. Um abalo sísmico em três atos, que continua a sacudir até aos alicerces as paredes da sala de estar da família burguesa. Num lar tradicional, o pai, Capitão, e a mãe, Laura, estão em conflito aberto sobre a educação
13€ Theatre
A participatory theatre project by Keli Freitas at the D. Maria II, built from listening to and meeting immigrants living in Lisbon, bringing their stories and trajectories to the centre of the stage.
The Museum of Lisbon marks the 90th anniversary of the Grupo Amigos de Lisboa with an exhibition revisiting the role of one of the city's most influential civic associations.
10 € Other
A temporary exhibition taking visitors to the suburbs of Lourenço Marques in the 1950s-70s, reflecting on culture, football and the legacies of colonialism through photography, mid-century pop culture and football objects. Open Wednesday to Monday, 10h to 18h, for 10 € with museum access included.
Free 3+ Family friendly Other
Board the salt galleon Estou Para Ver and enjoy a contemplative sail along Cascais' stunning coastline, with panoramic views of the town from the ocean. This outdoor activity is perfect for family and friends, subject to weather and sea conditions and exclusive to Cartão Viver Cascais holders.
Live music
Concert by the Universus Ensemble at Quinta da Regaleira on September 6, featuring works such as 'Magisterium Spiritus', 'Golden Key' and 'Despertares'.
The Bordalo Pinheiro Museum celebrates 150 years of the Zés Povinhos, a landmark of Portuguese visual culture, with an exhibition curated by Jorge Silva and João Alpuim Botelho.
Free Family friendly Party
The Feira da Luz in Carnide, Lisbon, featuring various artists and events.
15€ Theatre
Companhia Teatro Livre stages Molière's first great comedy, in which the bourgeois young ladies Catarina and Madalena — who style themselves Polixene and Aminte — are taught a lesson by their suitors through servants disguised as noblemen. Directed by Beto Coville, with a cast including Joana de Verona, Luísa Ortigoso and Eurico Lopes.
Marking its 25th anniversary, the Museu da Marioneta presents the temporary exhibition Puppet Makers in Portugal in the 21st Century, bringing together the work of a group of contemporary puppet makers.
Other
Rosa Barba presents her first major exhibition in Portugal, unveiling a new site-specific and time-based narrative that draws on and expands her conceptual themes.
Free Exhibition
The Poster Mostra spreads posters by new talents across galleries, restaurants, studios and clubs in Marvila until 30 September, turning the streets into a free open-air gallery that opens on 30 May with a guided tour.
Other
A visual reading of Portugal's birdlife, taking the Monsanto Forest Park as its main reference and symbol of the environmental policy of the Lisbon City Council.
10 € a 15 € Family friendly Other
Superbichos! Incredible by Nature invites young and old to discover the real “superpowers” of the animal world — from eyes with thousands of lenses to internal compasses — in an immersive exhibition about the science and evolution behind these adaptations.
The Pharmacy Museum shows cartoons by Eduardo Perestrello published in the Revista Farmácia Portuguesa between 1986 and 2011, revisiting the history of the pharmaceutical sector and the ANF with humour and irony. Open Monday to Saturday, 10h to 13h and 14h to 18h.
Event inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, inviting participants on an imaginary journey guided by a magic carpet.
Free Family friendly Workshops & talks
ZDB’s Educational Service offers workshop visits to the exhibition Bruscky em Brusque by Paulo Bruscky, adapted for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd cycles of basic education, exploring contemporary art in a creative and participatory way. Participation is free, by e-mail booking.
Exhibition
Musa paradisiaca premieres EMPORIO, a 90-minute audiovisual piece that crosses September 11 with private grief through raw VHS footage.
Other
Atelier Carlos Botelho presents its regular activity and one-off workshops for September, with online registration and email contact.
The exhibition presents Paulo Paz's 'Rainbow' series, consisting of seven black-and-white photographs that explore color and light through collages and manipulations, all from the same space of the fort.
Exhibition
ZDB dedicates an anthological exhibition to Paulo Bruscky, centred on the series 'Bruscky em Brusque' and his method of linking chance and logic in creation.
Exhibition
At Livraria Zé dos Bois, Francisco Corrêa presents an installation in which pigeons and arrows fix a suspended instant — the last memory of a life and the first gesture of a narrative yet to be assembled. The work is part of a broader project that will take complete form at Centro Cultural Raiano.
Family friendly Other
A recreational peddy-paper that winds through emblematic spots of Lisbon, introducing participants to Portuguese artistic pavement in a playful way.
Músculo Mental brings together works by João Louro (Lisbon, 1963) and Dagoberto Rodríguez (Caibarién, Cuba, 1969), two acclaimed artists who work with language, image and memory.
Other
Growing out of a conversation with Laura Caetano in her studio, this project explores the experience of creating images about images — the kind that carry no meaning beyond themselves.
Exhibition
The itinerant exhibition 'Habitar Cascais', organized by the Cascais City Council, showcases projects and works for municipal public housing, while fostering reflection and interaction on the universal right to adequate housing.
10€ Theatre
mostra_T, 11th edition, is an experimental theatre festival by TEC, featuring eight productions and young artists, from September 8 to October 3.
The Gallery presents a double exhibition: Escape from Freedom by Ana Velez and O Belo é a Fera by Pedro Leitão.
Other
Tatiana Macedo presents 'Radical Gestures' at Rialto6, the first of two acts in which she reinforces her manifesto against an accelerated world of captivating image production.
11€ Other
The exhibition Ver e Ler presents the self-published work of Paulo de Cantos (1892-1979), a multifaceted figure between pedagogue and artist.
16€ Live music
A musical comedy full of humour about two completely opposite families — one devoted to the world of opera, the other passionate about pimba music — with intense rivalries, slips on the ice, unexpected deaths, karaoke and a passion that arises where least expected. A story packed with music, dance, laughs and twists that promises to entertain audiences from start to finish.
Other
The exhibition 'Eu que já fui eu' (I Who Was Once Me) brings together works by Maria José Oliveira that explore time, memory and the bonds between people.
25€ Theatre
Sinopse “Come from Away“ é um musical criado por Irene Sankoff e David Hein. Baseia-se nos acontecimentos ocorridos na cidade de Gander, em Terra Nova (Newfoundland, canadá), na semana que se seguiu aos atentados de 11 de setembro de 2001. Nesse período, com o espaço aéreo dos EUA fechado, 38 aviões com quase 7.000 pas
Sintra City Council joins the European Week of Sport under the motto #BeActive, with a diverse programme of sports activities.
Other
The exhibition brings together the work of Margarida Correia, who uses photography to investigate the personal and institutional archives of specific communities.
Other
At CAM, Diogo Pimentão presents sculptural drawings born from a performative action carried out in the exhibition space by the artist himself, together with French dancer and choreographer Emmanuel Eggermont, challenging the traditional limits of drawing.
Guided tours of the exhibition 'Higher', by Margarida Correia.
This route through Quinta da Regaleira explores Greco-Roman mythology with references to Camões, available in Portuguese on several dates in 2026.
Casa da Cultura Lívio de Morais hosts the solidarity exhibition 'The Purpose', from September 5 to October 10, aiming to help Salvador.
Other
In O Bestiário, Carla Cabanas presents an installation of sculptures inspired by the imaginary beings gathered by Jorge Luis Borges in The Book of Imaginary Beings.
A photography contest dedicated to the Reineta apple of Sintra, inviting photographers to capture this iconic apple variety of the region.
An event by Associação Danças com História at Quinta da Ribafria, featuring dances and historical narratives in a poetic setting.
Cinema
Cine Society returns to Lisbon for a new open-air cinema season screening recent Oscar winners such as Sinners.
Other
The exhibition Raw Earth looks at building with earth not as a nostalgic return but as a natural, local and available resource at a time of pressure on the planet's limits.
Free Exhibition
This exhibition honors the firefighters of the municipality of Cascais, revisiting their history since 1888 through pieces from public and private collections, highlighting courage, solidarity and dedication to the community.
Bruno Figueroa’s exhibition brings together photographs taken on the eve of the Itaewon tragedy in Seoul, portraying the neighbourhood as a space of exception where diversity and self-expression were welcomed. The images preserve the memory of what became known as Korea’s last carnival, before 159 young people lost their lives on 29 October 2022.
Other
Dedicated to private collections of Saint Anthony, the exhibition explores the presence and multiplicity of the Saint's image through the choices made by collectors.
Other
The exhibition is dedicated to the world of technical wreck diving and the extraordinary legacy of the Portuguese In-Silence Dive Team, told through texts, photographs and videos.
12€ Theatre
Zinnie Harris's Further Than the Furthest Thing, translated by Joana Frazão and directed by João Meireles, runs at Teatro Paulo Claro from 17 September to 17 October. On one of the world's most isolated island communities, the arrival of a stranger brings the promise of progress — and new forms of power that slowly erode a balance built on silences, beliefs and secrets, until the volcano awakens.
14,99 € Cinema
Black Cat Cinema brings back its open-air screenings across Lisbon from 13 May to 18 October, pairing contemporary, cult and classic films with music, food and a monthly curation by the publisher Cuca Monga.
Outdoor yoga classes at Quinta da Ribafria, moving online in bad weather; contact for details.
An exhibition dedicated to the work of Bartolomeu Cid dos Santos, focusing on his printmaking and his relationship with Paula Rego, presented at Casa das Histórias Paula Rego.
Free Exhibition
An exhibition of posters documenting the breadth and diversity of the Gulbenkian Foundation's programming over its 70 years.
10€ Theatre
An unfiltered stand-up night in Com Calma’s basement, hosted by Liliana Marques with guest comedians, mixing new jokes and solid sets in an intimate atmosphere.
12,5€ Theatre
A vibrant and satirical Portuguese revue that returns to the Gil Vicente Theatre for a second season, celebrating popular theatre with humor and music.
Other
In And wait, and wait, and wait, Sara Massa draws on imagery rooted in the Azorean pastureland to explore an intimate yet resistant relationship with insular isolation, displacement, powerlessness and the absurd.
Free Other
A group show bringing together Ines Doujak, Patrícia Domínguez and Lubaina Himid around narration as an intimate and political practice, inviting audiences to embrace otherness as a space for learning and co-creating knowledge.
Party
Explore the romantic architecture of Sintra's Quinta da Regaleira on a guided night tour, available on select dates from April to October 2026.
Walk through Quinta da Regaleira at night following the steps of Greco-Roman mythology, with gods, heroes and monsters, on select dates in 2026.
Free Family friendly Exhibition
An exhibition of paintings created by students of the +65 program, celebrating active aging and continuous learning through art.
10€ Theatre
The Teatro Nacional D. Maria II reopens after three years of renovation works with Shakespeare's Macbeth, directed by Pedro Penim — the same play that was on stage on the night of the 1964 fire — in a production that blends memory, haunting and rebirth.
Free 4+ Family friendly Exhibition
Artistic workshop inspired by the schist plaque from the Alapraia Necropolis, part of the European Heritage Days 2026. On September 23, from 10am to 12pm, at the Vila Museum, with prior registration and free participation for ages 4 and up.
Free 12+ Family friendly Other
A walking route at Quinta do Pisão in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, where participants discover art installations in the landscape. Free activity with registration, for families, schools and institutions (over 12 years old).
Other
Invited by Chapitô, José Matos Alves presents a photography exhibition born of 13 years of life in the Cape Verde archipelago, opening in April.
Other
In her first solo exhibition in Portugal, Frida Orupabo presents 'Cloud of Confusion', a powerful reflection on the circulation, archiving and meaning of images in the digital age.
13€ Literature
GOA - Tales in Transit is Teatro Meridional's new creation, built from tales, poetry and excerpts of novels written at different moments in the history of Goa, Daman and Diu, territories where Portuguese was — and still residually is — spoken. The show honours the Indo-Portuguese communities living in Portugal today, with a Portuguese Sign Language session on 18 October and a post-show talk with the audience on 25 October.
Free Exhibition
12th edition of LandArt Cascais, at Quinta do Pisão, with interventions by Pedro Cabrita Reis and Susanne S. D. Themlitz.
Free Exhibition
Painting exhibition by Zahra Aghamiri, inspired by oceans, wildlife, and celestial landscapes, creating unique and immersive works.
Other
Carlos No presents the installation 'ÓSTRACOS' at Fundação Carmona e Costa, addressing the fragility of the human condition, exclusion and the imbalances of social dynamics.
Free Live music
Concert cycle presenting Beethoven's 32 piano sonatas, performed by Alexei Eremine. Free entry subject to room capacity.
Free Workshops & talks
This conference cycle explores the religious practices of the Saloia region, deeply rooted in Marian devotion, such as the cult of Nossa Senhora do Cabo. Participants will learn about the festivities that shape the local identity.
Other
On the occasion of RedSkyFalls, on show at the Portuguese Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale, Alexandre Estrela presents a series of Réplicas at Galeria Zé dos Bois, in which sentinel fruit flies respond in real time to the planet's seismic activity.
Other
Bringing together five international artists, Interchange reflects on the affinities between computational processes and biological structures, dissolving the boundaries between nature and technology. Open Thursday to Saturday, 13h to 18h.
Free Family friendly Workshops & talks
ZDB’s Educational Service offers workshop visits to the exhibition RedSkyFalls (Réplica), adapted for preschool and the 1st and 2nd cycles of basic education, with a creative and participatory approach to contemporary art. Participation is free, by e-mail booking.
At Galeria Zé dos Bois, Alexandre Estrela presents a Réplica of RedSkyFalls, in which fruit flies act as sentinels responding in real time to nearby and distant seismic activity.
Family friendly Theatre
A puppet theatre performance by Valdevinos Teatro de Marionetas at MASMO, adapting Mafalda Brito’s book 'O Menino do Lapedo', inspired by the discovery of a child’s fossil skeleton in 1998. Public sessions on 13 June and 28 November 2026 at 16h30.
5€/participante Family friendly Other
In this activity about how the butterfly garden works, participants are invited to become colleagues for a day and try out the daily procedures of this space. The visits last 1 hour and are aimed at groups of more than 15 children aged 7 to 11.
A journey through the history of human communication and its deep relationship with the plant world, culminating in an immersive space evoking a real and symbolic forest; Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm and Saturday from 2pm to 6pm, with free entry.
5€/participante Family friendly Other
In this theoretical-practical workshop, participants explore the life cycle of butterflies, including their transformations, feeding and locomotion. The visits last 1 hour and are aimed at groups of more than 15 children aged 6 to 11.
3€ por participante Family friendly Other
Join Cascais Ambiente on monthly hikes through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, each offering a unique route suitable for all levels. Discover the rich fauna, flora, and stunning landscapes while enjoying outdoor physical activity.
Sintra City Council will run the 'Conversas à Volta da Cidadania' initiative throughout the year, hosting conversations about citizenship at Sintra’s libraries.
Workshops & talks
A playful workshop that invites participants to look at MAAT's collection in a creative way and turn the visit into an aMAATzing experience.
Other
A MAAT programme reflecting on maturity and ageing, bringing together art, memory and life experiences.
6€ Party
An exploration of the many traditional festivals and rituals of Japan, religious in nature and of great social and cultural importance, combining solemn ceremonial moments with others of pure fun.
30€ M/16 Exhibition
An introductory Tenchi Tessen session, a movement art created by Georges Stobbaerts that seeks harmony between the human being and the world, with the fan replacing the sword and confrontation giving way to reconciliation. Friday, from 19.00 to 20.30, for ages 16+, with a 30€ admission.
Free Todas as idades Family friendly Other
Celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Municipal Library of Cascais, with open doors and free activities for all ages.
Small organic market with 4 producers, offering direct sale of fresh and processed organic products, all with organic certification.
Free Other
The Saloio Market offers the best fresh produce: vegetables, fruits, fish, seafood, meat, bread, spices, honey, olive oil, legumes, eggs, cheese, flowers, plants, and seeds.
Family friendly Live music
Fashion and lifestyle market with exclusive brands, live music and entertainment, for a demanding audience.
The Constitutional Court runs guided tours designed to deepen all citizens' knowledge of the functions and powers of this sovereign body.
Free 12+ Exhibition
In this guided tour, the public discovers the history and heritage of the Museum of Mercy of Cascais, located in the former Santa Casa Hospital, exploring sacred art, memories and traditions.
Free 8+ Family friendly Live music
A thematic visit where participants are accompanied by melodies of the era, exploring the connection between the museum's pieces and music, for the general public aged 8 and up.
Family friendly Exhibition
In this guided tour, children aged 6 to 12 explore the emotions hidden in the museum's sculptures and paintings, playing with expressions and discovering what the characters feel.
7,5€/participante 12+ Other
Explore the biological and geological diversity of the Avencas Marine Protected Area on a guided circular walk between Parede and Avencas beaches, led by a technician.
2,5€/participante Family friendly Family
A fun observation challenge for families: walk a circular route in Quinta do Pisão and mark off natural elements on your bingo card as you spot them.
10,00 € Family friendly Other
A hands-on activity with the Miranda donkeys at Quinta do Pisão, where children can groom, feed, and ride the animals in a safe paddock.
15,00 € / participante / nível | 20,00 € / participante / am Family friendly Other
An outdoor rope obstacle course with varying difficulty levels, including a zip line, for adventurous individuals.
7,5€ Theatre
Informações Adicionais Visit Visite Tuesday to Sunday, 10am/ 6pm De terça a domingo, das 10h às 18h CASA DAS HISTÓRIAS PAULA REGO CASA DUARTE PINTO COELHO CENTRO CULTURAL DE CASCAIS PALÁCIO DA CIDADELA DE CASCAIS FOR MORE INFORMATION: PARA MAIS INFORMAÇÕES: FUNDACAODOMLU I S . P T Preços 7.50 €
5€/participante Family friendly Other
A workshop on paleontology, exploring the age of dinosaurs and their extinction, designed for children aged 4 to 10.
5€/participante Other
An educational game highlighting marine conservation and sustainable fishing, aimed at teenagers aged 13 to 18.
10 € / participante Family friendly Other
Observe life in a beehive and learn about products like honey, pollen, wax, and propolis in an awareness session focused on the importance of pollinators and their ecological services.
10€/participante 8+ Family friendly Other
Navigate through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park using a map to find control points, suited for ages 8 and up.
A series of certified training workshops on socio-emotional skills, job search tools, and specific competencies, available online and in-person, updated monthly.
5€ Exhibition
Horário de Funcionamento De terça a domingo Das 10 h às 18 h (última entrada às 17h40) Programa / Cartaz https://www.fundacaodomluis.pt/expositions Preços 5.00 € BILHETE 2.50 € mediante comprovativo MUNÍCIPE SÉNIOR a partir dos 65 anos ESTUDANTE Alunos, Professores e trabalhadores da UNL GRATUITO FREE Antigos Combate
2,5€/grupo 12+ Other
A guided orientation challenge for teams aged 12+, exploring points of interest with observation questions and puzzles.
2,50€/participante Family friendly Other
Combine orienteering and geocaching to find hidden letters in the forest and decipher a mystery word at your own pace.
2,5€ / participante / pernoita Family friendly Other
Bring your scout group to Pedra Amarela for a camping experience in nature with eco-friendly facilities and a conservation activity included.
40 € por participante 16+ Other
Explore Quinta do Pisão on a guided horseback ride accompanied by the caretaker, lasting 1h30 and open to ages 16+.
20,00 € Family friendly Other
A guided donkey ride around Quinta do Pisão for children aged 6 to 10, accompanied by a handler.
The Cidade das Profissões Cascais offers regular weekly activities to help residents develop self-care and digital literacy skills, essential for motivation and well-being in the workplace. See upcoming activities and sign up at cascais.pt/atividades.
10€/participante Family friendly Other
Experience a suspended adventure activity where you slide along a steel cable between two points, a safe 'flight' for adults and children over 8.
15€/participante Family friendly Other
Start with a nature walk for inspiration, then learn various ceramic techniques and take home your unfired piece.
5€/participante Family friendly Other
Learn about ocean zones and how deep-sea organisms adapt, designed for children aged 10 to 14.
10,00 € 8+ Family friendly Other
Test your aim and skill with bow and arrow on a course with obstacles and targets of varying difficulty; 1-hour activity for ages 8+.
Workshops & talks
A series of workshops and information sessions on professional development topics for Cascais residents, with a monthly updated program. Registration via website.
2,5€/participante Family friendly Family
A guided orientation challenge with observation questions and puzzles adapted for children aged 6–12, minimum 10 participants.
5€ Family
Breve Introdução Miradouro Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View , A melhor vista 360º sobre Lisboa. Sinopse Situado no topo da Torre 1 do Amoreiras Shopping Center, o Miradouro Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View é um dos pontos mais altos de Lisboa que oferece uma vista 360º imperdível sobre toda a cidade. Do topo, a 174m de altu
Free Other
Discover the new 'Nature for All' project at Quinta do Pisão, a circular sensory trail with 6 stations, braille and bilingual information, and adapted vehicles for people with reduced mobility. Free rental.
8€/participante 3–18 Family friendly Other
Learn organic and seasonal horticulture strategies hands-on at Quinta do Pisão's vegetable garden, for groups of 15+ aged 3–18.
Lisbon City Council celebrates 40 years of the paving artisans' and gardening schools with an exhibition tracing four decades of training, inclusion and the work that shapes the city's calçada and gardens every day.
The Cidade das Profissões Cascais provides specialized support to help residents develop professionally, covering active job search, training, entrepreneurship, migrants and people with disabilities. Check upcoming activities and sign up at cascais.pt/atividades.
20,00 € 6+ Family friendly Other
Get to know the resident horses of Quinta do Pisão by brushing, feeding and riding them in the riding arena; 30-minute activity for ages 6+.
A set of clubs for developing key skills in today's job market, covering topics from language to personal and social skills, through group experiences. Monthly updated.
5€/participante Family friendly Other
Take part in a workshop on the food chain to understand its importance across different levels and the ecological relationships between chains.
5,00 € 8+ Family friendly Other
Learn to use archery equipment and improve your shooting technique through custom challenges; activity lasts 30 minutes and is open to ages 8+.
25€/participante 8+ Family friendly Other
Discover the importance of bees through a plant identification walk and a visit to the apiary, where you can observe honeycombs, honey and pollen; suitable for ages 8+.
5,00 € 12+ Other
Discover the unique flora and fauna of the Cresmina-Guincho dune system on a boardwalk trail, learning about the geological features of the Guincho dunes.
15€ Other
A visit through several spaces of the former Central Tejo, the thermoelectric power station built in 1908 that supplied the whole Lisbon region with electricity, amid original machinery.
A session presenting a roadmap for mental health, sharing strategies and resources for well-being and psychological support.
4–10 Family friendly Exhibition
A game-visit where participants help the Count pack his suitcase with pieces he likes, solving challenges, and then create their own suitcase based on the museum's collection. For organized groups ages 4 to 10, 15 to 20 pax.
Free 6+ Family friendly Live music
In this visit-workshop, children explore the work of Maria Helena Vieira da Silva and create their own abstract art. Aimed at schools and families with children over 6 years old.
desde 17,99€ Family friendly Other
Outdoor escape rooms through the streets of Lisbon, based on true facts from Portuguese history, with two missions: 'The Mystery of the Rose Cross', in the Príncipe Real garden, and 'The Collector', starting at the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara.
Free 5–12 Family friendly Theatre
In this puppet theatre, children aged 5 to 12 discover the daily life of a lighthouse keeper, facing storms and relocations. The puppet family at the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum awaits their visit.
Visit highlighting Michel Giacometti's legacy in preserving Portuguese popular culture, with film records.
5€/participante Family friendly Other
Explore the historical and natural treasures of Quinta do Pisão on a guided walk through the Nature Park, learning about its ecosystems and history.
4€ Family friendly Exhibition
Next to the Church of Santo António near the Sé Cathedral, this branch of the Museum of Lisbon explores the figure of the Saint and his relationship with Lisbon, the city where he was born and lived until the age of 20, in a space combining the original church with a typical Pombaline building.
Free 6+ Family friendly Other
Interactive visit that covers the history of Cascais from the Paleolithic to the present, with little-known pieces.
Other
The Baggage Fair in Cascais offers a variety of second-hand items, antiques, and collectibles at friendly prices, providing a fun experience and great deals.
Temporary exhibition showcasing the Cunha e Costa Collection, highlighting a Portugal that unites us.
Workshops & talks
The exhibition “Building Bridges, Leading Paths” marks the 60th anniversary of Maria de Sousa’s discovery and opens the lecture series “Seeing the Unseen”, bringing together science, memory and social commitment.
12€ Exhibition
Breve Introdução Este bilhete dá acesso a todas as exposições e espaços do museu, incluindo o MAAT Gallery, o MAAT Central e o MAAT Garden. Inaugurado em outubro de 2016 no contexto da política de mecenato cultural há muito assumida pela Fundação EDP, o MAAT , Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia é uma instituição i
Free Family friendly Exhibition
This traveling exhibition of 19 panels explores the life of octopuses, from their origin and behavior to their cultural and socioeconomic importance, promoting respect for the natural world.
Free Other
Guided and free visits to the historic necropolis of Cascais, open weekends and holidays. Weekday guided tours for groups of at least 5 by appointment.
6€ Family friendly Exhibition
Guided tours of the B-MAD, housed in the former summer residence of the Marquês de Abrantes in Alcântara, where works from the Berardo Collection illustrate the Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements in period settings.
4€ 13–18 Exhibition
Sinopse Através da sua exposição de longa duração, caracteriza o regime ditatorial português (1926-1974), os seus meios de repressão e opressão (a censura, as polícias e os tribunais políticos), a resistência das oposições (semilegais e clandestinas), a luta anticolonial e o 25 de Abril de 1974. Regularmente promove ex
15€ Family friendly Exhibition
The MAC/CCB — the Museum of Contemporary Art and Centre for Architecture at the Centro Cultural de Belém — is dedicated to modern and contemporary art, holding works by Calder, Picasso, Warhol, Paula Rego and many others. Tickets cost 15€, with a 50% discount for residents in Portugal and 20% for ages 7–18, students and seniors, plus free entry on Sundays until 2pm for residents.
Free Other
Guided visits to the Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum in English, French or Spanish, by prior booking, on selected weekend dates at 3pm. Free with prior registration.
Free Family friendly Exhibition
A guided visit revealing the history of the collection, palace, and residents of Cascais's oldest museum, which opened in 1931, suitable for all school levels.
Exhibition
Market of urban crafts and design with national brands, where the artists themselves sell their original works, every Sunday.
Free Family friendly Exhibition
In this visit-workshop, children discover Cascais' biodiversity and the relationship between humans and the sea, ending with an educational activity about the town and nature protection.
Free 3+ Family friendly Live music
Guided tour of the permanent exhibition of musical instruments from Michel Giacometti's collection, with a pedagogical kit of replicas for hands-on exploration. For families and schools, ages 3+.
Free 10+ Other
Discover one of the world's oldest tide gauges, in continuous operation since 1882, and learn how it measures the altitude of mainland Portugal.
Free Family friendly Family
In this visit-workshop, children explore the collections of the Sea Museum to discover the relationship between royalty, science, and fishing in Cascais, ending with a creative workshop on maritime heritage.
Visits to the Radha Krishna Temple, officially inaugurated on 4 November 1998, a place of worship that can be explored up close.
Free Family friendly Theatre
The Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum presents the puppet show 'The Count's Shoes', in which a wicked sock tries to sabotage the Count's attendance at a party of his friend King Carlos. Free activity with prior booking for preschool and primary school children.
Free Family friendly Exhibition
A traveling exhibition for schools, aimed at increasing ocean literacy and raising awareness of climate change impacts. Developed by MARE researchers, it can be requested by schools throughout the year.
Free Other
Visit the ArtLoad craft fair, a marketplace for handmade goods and live demonstrations, organized by the artisans' association of Sintra.
A game-visit where participants solve a mystery inspired by Fernando Pessoa's work 'Mistério da Boca do Inferno', combining clues from the writer's universe and the museum's collection, aimed at secondary school students.
Free Family friendly Family
Explore shipwreck remains off Cascais and discover stories of pirates and Portuguese navigators, then recreate treasures in a hands-on workshop for primary school children.
Other
Personae brings together works by internationally renowned artists such as Cindy Sherman, ORLAN, Marina Abramović, Erwin Olaf and Helena Almeida.
5€/participante 12+ Other
Join a guided educational walk through the ecosystems of Quinta do Pisão, exploring the region's historical and natural heritage and its evolution over time.
10,00 € 8+ Family friendly Other
Challenge gravity on an 8-meter climbing tower with two sides of varying difficulty; 30-minute activity for ages 8+.
Free 6+ Family friendly Live music
Musical games of sensory exploration where participants guess sounds and build stories. Activity for schools and institutions for ages 6 and up.
5€ Exhibition
Sinopse Exposição permanente do Museu Bordalo Pinheiro, em Lisboa. O Museu Bordalo Pinheiro abriu ao público em 1916, sendo o primeiro Museu em Portugal a ser construído de raiz para albergar a obra de um só artista. Tem como missão divulgar a obra de Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, marcante artista da segunda metade do sécul
Free 8–12 Family friendly Exhibition
In a treasure hunt through the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, young participants follow clues to uncover an ancient secret. They learn about shipwrecks, coastal lighting, and the importance of the lighthouse.
Free 6–12 Family friendly Exhibition
An activity to discover what an archaeologist is and the secrets of the profession, exploring buried treasures and learning the methods that brought pieces to the museum. A sensory experience to spark interest in history. Ages 6 to 12, Tuesday to Friday.
Free Exhibition
Discover the coastal reality of Cascais through its biodiversity, geodiversity, and a virtual dive into the Avencas Marine Protected Area.
Free 6–12 Family friendly Workshops & talks
After visiting the museum, participants take a quiz and then build small lighthouses using recycled materials. Activity for children aged 6–12 and senior groups.
5€ Family friendly Exhibition
The Museum of Lisbon - Palácio Pimenta presents the first part of its new long-term exhibition, tracing Lisbon's evolution from the Palaeolithic to the splendour of D. João V's reign through more than 500 pieces, including the emblematic Maqueta de Lisboa, the scale model of the city before the 1755 earthquake.
Free 6–12 Family friendly Family
Traditional game to discover the Vila Museum in a fun way. Activity for schools and institutions for ages 6 to 12.
Family friendly Family
In this visit-workshop, students explore the exhibition Oceano Aberto to learn about marine animals and ocean protection, followed by a creative workshop on environmental awareness.
Free Other
An exhibition bringing together for the first time pieces from various themes of the collections of renowned Portuguese decorator and collector Duarte Pinto Coelho, on display from May 10 at Casa Duarte Pinto Coelho, with free entry.
10€ Family friendly Theatre
The Albuquerque Foundation in Sintra is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, with one ticket giving access to all exhibitions on display; group visits of up to 20 people should be booked by email or via the link 10 days in advance.
4€ Family friendly Other
Daily one-hour tours of São Jorge Castle, where the stories of a distant past documenting the evolution of Lisbon up to the present day come together, with registration at the castle ticket office on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Manuel de Brito Art Centre presents an exhibition dedicated to Menez, one of the most singular Portuguese artists of the 20th century, tracing her path from early abstraction to figuration and the luminous interiors of her final years. The show is on view until 2 January.
Other
The Bites of Time Exhibition invites visitors to explore the fascinating world of fossil teeth and what they reveal about life.
5€ Family friendly Theatre
Casa das Histórias Paula Rego in Cascais welcomes visitors Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, with tickets at 5.00 €, a reduced 2.50 € rate and a wide range of free-admission conditions, including under-18s and the first Sunday of each month.
Guided tours of the exhibition by Pedro Cabrita Reis, 'without sorrow of heart'.
Other
Curated by João Pinharanda, Margarida Chantre and Sérgio Mah, Turn Around brings together around 100 works from the EDP Foundation Collection at MAAT Central, proposing an open route through Portuguese art of recent decades, on show until 2027.
Exhibition by Pedro Cabrita Reis, titled 'without sorrow of heart', exploring memory, absence, and the human condition.
Exhibition
Curated by Mathieu Copeland, this exhibition brings together sixteen dreams interpreted as songs, following the forms of mandalas.
Free Family friendly Family
A Blue Cruises boat trip with a Moscatel de Setúbal (5cl) or orange juice included, with fares for young people, children and a family pack of 2 adults plus 2 minors.
Drawing on the Julião Sarmento Collection, the exhibition reflects on the lasting influence of the American imaginary on international contemporary art, with works by Bruce Nauman, Ed Ruscha, Nan Goldin, Richard Serra and others. At its centre is Rita McBride's Arena, a large-scale architectural sculpture conceived as a space for encounter and debate.
10€ Family friendly Other
The Monument to the Discoveries is a monument in Lisbon celebrating the Portuguese Age of Discovery. It offers a panoramic view over Belém and the Tagus, and includes exhibitions and a viewpoint.
4€ Family friendly Theatre
The Lisbon Museum - Roman Theatre is a site museum that reveals the remains of the Roman theatre of Olisipo. It includes exhibitions and an archaeological field.
Exhibition
An exhibition held as part of the Belém Art Circuit, showcasing contemporary art at MACAM.
5€ Exhibition
Visit the Julião Sarmento Pavilion, part of the Belém Art Circuit (CABE), featuring the artist's work in Lisbon.
5€ Family friendly Exhibition
Casa Fernando Pessoa is a museum dedicated to the life and work of the poet. It offers exhibitions, a library, and guided tours.
15€ Theatre
A contemporary art event in Belém, part of the CABE circuit.
15€ Exhibition
Art circuit in Belém, organized by the CCB, featuring various exhibitions and artistic interventions.
5€ Family friendly Live music
The Fado Museum, unique in the world and dedicated to fado and the Portuguese guitar, offers a unique experience with a wide-ranging program. The visit to the permanent exhibition is an immersion in the history of fado, with contact with instruments, scores and works of art.
15€ Other
Guided visit to the historic Castelo de São Jorge in Lisbon, offering panoramic views and rich history.