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Visit the Ajuda National Palace, the only palace in Lisbon that still preserves its 19th-century style and room arrangements, home to over 17,000 porcelain pieces and an outstanding collection of decorative arts.

Tickets to climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch, home to Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculpture Glory Crowns Genius and Valour and a 360° view over Lisbon's harbour. The monument symbolises the city's strength and resilience after the 1755 earthquake and tsunami.

Banda dos Malandros turn Sunday into a lunch-dance at Malandro do Marquês in Lisbon, with live music from 14h00 and an afternoon combining concert, dancing and gastronomy.

Climb Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore the Governor's Room, the Kings' Room and the chapel, and enjoy a spectacular view over the Tagus from the top.

Visit São Jorge Castle with entry and audio guide included, walk the walls and towers that have withstood countless sieges, and enjoy panoramic views over Lisbon's historic centre and the Tagus, with gardens where peacocks roam freely.

Evanescence return to Lisbon on 4 October for a concert at the MEO Arena with special guests Nova Twins and Poppy — a one-night-only bill bringing three strong acts of today's rock to the same stage, with tickets from €41 to €217.

An intimate 50-minute live fado show in Lisbon, paired with a glass of port wine in a vibrant setting. Wheelchair accessible and open to ages 4 and up, with free entry for children aged 4 to 6.

A guided 40-minute tour of the house where Amália Rodrigues lived for 44 years, recreating her daily life with her stage dresses, jewellery, awards and personal objects. Available in Portuguese, French or English, Tuesday to Sunday, with free entry for children under 12.

Jazz no Xafarix returns with Rodrigo Santos on guitar, Nelson Cascais on double bass and Pedro Lobo on drums, keeping the resident trio format open to guest musicians. A free-entry improvisation session on Sunday, 4 October 2026, from 21h00 to 23h00.

On 4 October at 9pm, the Museu de Lisboa – Palácio Pimenta hosts a unique concert celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Associação Sons da Lusofonia and 20 years of Lisboa Mistura and OPA, with more than two dozen Lusophone music artists — from Carlos Martins to Mayra Andrade, Lura and Valete — on stage. Entry is free.

Ukrainian guitarist Mariia Morozova presents “Voyage” at FNAC Chiado, a concert conceived as a journey through different cultures and emotional landscapes, with classical and contemporary repertoire built around the guitar.

Explore Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra and wander through one of Portugal's most romantic botanical gardens, with lakes, fountains, grottoes and plants from around the world, alongside 19th-century eclectic decor with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences.

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An interactive centre inside the Ponte 25 de Abril in Alcântara, with multimedia exhibits on the bridge's history, virtual reality experiences and an elevator ride to a panoramic viewpoint over Lisbon and the Tejo. Children under 5 enter free.

The Quarteto Lopes-Graça and Mozambican percussionist Aldovino Munguambe perform a free concert at the Biblioteca de Alcântara on 4 October at 7.30pm, devoted to composers and musical traditions from across Africa and closing with Estêvão Chissano's 'E-Terno Retorno'.

A concert performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 5, a towering work in the orchestral canon.

Fast-track entry and a guided tour of São Jorge Castle, tracing its evolution from Moorish stronghold to royal palace, military centre and prison, with 360º views from the Tower of Ulysses and Roman and Moorish artefacts. Tours in English, Spanish, French or Portuguese.

📱 Tickets on your phone. ⚡ Instant access to your tickets. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, the Jerónimos Monastery is a must-see for both Lisbon residents and visitors to the Portuguese capital! An unprecedented tribute to Portuguese identity and culture that will not leave anyone indifferent. Sit

The Porta-Bagagem Fair takes place at the EMES Monte Abraão car park on 4 October 2026.

A walk between the lagoons of Sintra, starting at the Lagoa Azul, on 4 October 2026.

'The Sound of Things', a theatre show for babies, takes the stage at the Auditório Carlos Avilez of the Academia de Artes do Estoril on 04-10-2026.

A group Family Constellations session taking place at Eco Retiro de Galamares on 4 October 2026.

A second-hand market at the Mercado da Vila de Cascais on 04-10-2026, where all kinds of used goods are sold straight from the boot of the car.

An annual event by the Associação São Francisco de Assis with Cascais Town Council marking World Animal Day, featuring animals for adoption, talks, a dog contest, a kids' area and concerts, with free entry.

The Sintra Council marks World Animal Day on 4 October with several initiatives at the Sítio dos Animais Sintrenses.

Krisálida presents "The Old Hermit" at Chão de Oliva on 4 October 2026, as part of the venue's 2026 Welcome Programme.

Guided tour of Palácio Pimenta, exploring the relationship between Lisbon and the Tagus River throughout history.

Boris Brejcha, creator of High-Tech Minimal and founder of the FCKNG SERIOUS universe, arrives in Lisbon on 4 October 2026 for a rare open-air gathering at a location yet to be revealed.

Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro's debut feature follows Louison, who moves into a building ruled by eccentric characters in a city where food is scarce, unaware of the fate awaiting him. A baroque, delirious dystopia blending black humour and fantasy, now a cult classic of French cinema.

In Bangui, 17-year-old Robert sees his dream of becoming a musician threatened by war and his parents' imprisonment, which leaves him caring alone for his four siblings. This vibrant musical drama, premiered in Un Certain Regard at Cannes, earned Bradley Fiomona Dembeasset the Best Actor award.

MIKOLAÏ (Germany), Kee_ko and Rui Alves share the decks at Carmo Rooftop on Sunday, October 4th, from 16h00 to 2h00 — a welcoming terrace to dance, eat and drink, with free entry.

On World Animal Day, a visit to the Albuquerque Collection revealing real animals and fantastic creatures hidden among the pieces, somewhere between the real and the imaginary. In Portuguese, for ages 14 and over; entrance is 12€.

Drawing on Ájax, probably the oldest of Sophocles' tragedies, this show crosses the Greek text and the figure of Sophocles with testimonies, narratives and artistic interventions. A reflection on the limits of power, disinformation and the totalitarian threats of our time — a theatre eye to eye.

Sobass & Friends performs on Saturday, October 4, from 17h to 06h.

DanSunday Afro-Latin party at Jazzy Dance Studios - Santos on 4 October 2026.

Theatre play 'Superstar'.

At the 27th French Film Festival, 'The Comédie-Française' dives into the backstage chaos of the famed theatre three hours before a premiere — a comedy that has already passed one million admissions; tickets €6.

Étienne, a truck driver who lives on the road, meets Bartosz, a Polish trucker he falls in love with, amid fleeting encounters in car parks. Pierre Le Gall blends social realism and queer intimacy in a delicate love story.

A jam session where musicians take the stage to improvise together in the moment.

MDO (Menino de Ouro) takes the stage at LAV for his first live concert with a band, celebrating his connection to Lusophone music.

The true story of Jan Bojarski, a Polish engineer who took refuge in France and became the country's greatest banknote counterfeiter. Jean-Paul Salomé blends film noir, investigation drama and subtle comedy in one of France's biggest hits of the year.

After a night of clashes between young people from a suburban estate and the police, three friends — Hubert, Saïd and Vinz — go through a day on the edge of the abyss. Mathieu Kassovitz's classic remains one of the most politically explosive works of French cinema, and is still tragically relevant.

A quiz night at Casa do Fauno in Sintra with questions on history, music, mythology, cinema and trivia — and, between drinks and laughter, one big question: which team will win the bottle of mead?

Fonzie celebrates 30 years of career with a special concert at Casa Capitão, revisiting their entire discography, with emphasis on 'The Melo Pot'.

Gaiveu spends ten straight hours behind the decks on holiday eve, Sunday October 4th, journeying through different eras, styles and emotions, with exclusive B2B sets alongside four special guests — three of them international — and immersive audiovisual production by Audiolux.

Harbour celebrates seven years with Marco Shuttle joining the Harbour Crew on holiday eve, October 4th, opening its doors earlier for a night that only ends at 11am.