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The Centro Cultural de Cabo Verde screens Júlio Silva's film 'Memórias em Tempos de Fome', which revisits Cape Verde's past between 1934 and 1949 through memories and testimonies.

Entrance ticket to the 19th-century Ajuda National Palace, the only palace in Lisbon that still preserves its original 19th-century room arrangements. The visit covers decorative arts, tapestries and a collection of over 17,000 porcelain pieces.

Climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch and enjoy an incredible 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and beyond. Get up close to Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculpture Glory Crowns Genius and Valour, the symbol of the city's resilience after the 1755 earthquake and tsunami.

Explore the majestic Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, climbing to the top for a breathtaking view over the Tagus, with access to the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, chapel and batteries. Tickets on your phone with instant access; children under 13 enter for free.

Admission to São Jorge Castle with an audio guide covering its history, especially the Moorish era. The visit takes in the walls and towers, the Ulysses Tower and panoramic views over Lisbon's historic centre and the Tagus.

Acoustic fado concerts with voice, Portuguese guitar and fado guitar in the secret garden of Casa da Amália, the Lisbon house where Amália Rodrigues lived for 44 years.

Intimate Fado concerts in the Jardim do Príncipe Real, with expressive voices and acoustic guitar, in venues that change with the day of the week: the Chinese Pavilion, the Patriarchal Reservoir or EmbaiXada. Premium seating puts you close to the artists.

A one-hour live fado show at the Cine-Theatro Gymnásio in Chiado, running for over 15 years, with Portuguese and acoustic guitars and images of Lisbon's most iconic spots. Sessions at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM, suitable for all ages.

A 50-minute intimate live fado performance in Lisbon, paired with a glass of port wine for a toast. An evening immersion in the essence of Portuguese culture.

An immersive virtual reality expedition that transports you 4500 years back to explore the Great Pyramid of Giza, enter the Queen's Chamber and meet the goddess Bastet — developed with Harvard Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian and already experienced by more than 2 million people.

Skip-the-line entry to Monserrate Palace in Sintra, a 16th-century chapel turned lavish romantic residence with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences. The ticket includes the exotic park with lakes, fountains and grottoes.

Skip the line at the Moorish Castle in Sintra and explore its stunning hilltop fortification. Wander beautiful trails, learn the castle's history and enjoy incredible views over Sintra and the surrounding area.

An exhibition in Lisbon gathering 100 works by Banksy, from 'Girl with Balloon' to 'Sweep It Under The Carpet', presented through murals, canvases, projections and video installations.

An interactive museum in Chiado with more than 20 illusions, immersive rooms and brain teasers that challenge perception, suitable for all ages; visits last around 45 minutes at your own pace.

Skip the queue and explore the National Palace of Queluz, the majestic summer residence of the Portuguese Royal Family. Marvel at its 18th-century architecture, stroll the lush historic gardens and visit the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art on site.

The Porsche Sprint Challenge Ibérica, promoted by P21 Motorsport, visits Estoril on 31 October and 1 November for the sixth round of the season.

Visit the Park and National Palace of Pena, the former monastery transformed into a fairytale palace by King Fernando II. Explore the lush park with exotic plants and hidden trails, and the charming Chalet of Countess d'Edla.

Discover the history of the 25 de Abril Bridge at the Pilar 7 Experience in Alcântara, with interactive exhibits, virtual reality and an elevator ride up to a panoramic viewpoint over Lisbon and the Tejo.

Skip the line and join a guided tour of São Jorge Castle, the hilltop fortress that evolved from a Moorish base into a royal palace, military centre and prison. Climb the Tower of Ulysses for a 360º view over Lisbon and the Tagus and see Roman and Moorish artefacts.

Entry to the UNESCO-listed 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery in Belém, including the cloister and the old monks' refectory, open Tuesday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

A visit to the Pharmacy Museum, opened in 1996, tracing 5000 years of health history through a collection of rare artistic, anthropological and scientific value. Highlights include reconstructions of old Portuguese apothecaries and a traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau.

Guided museum visit with mindfulness and meditation practices for an immersive and intentional appreciation of the artworks.

Hands-on workshop with Márcio Meruje to learn how to care for a bonsai, covering history, styles, maintenance techniques and myths of this art.

A workshop for teachers that invites participants to learn and create; general admission is 10€.

A workshop led by fermentation specialist Lola Superfoods on preserving and fermenting seasonal vegetables, where participants prepare two preserves to take home.

A guided tour to discover what Lisbon was like on the eve of the earthquake, using the large model of the city.

As part of the exhibition "VENUS - Valentino Garavani through the eyes of Joana Vasconcelos", A Avó Veio Trabalhar leads a wool embroidery workshop at MAAT where the grandmothers' know-how meets contemporary creation. Each participant receives a small woollen textile piece as the starting point to explore stitches, textures and colours and create a unique piece.

Workshop on the perfume route, exploring oriental plants and fragrances with Luís Mendonça de Carvalho, covering history, extraction techniques and sampling of essences.

A workshop with artist Paulo Valle on Saturday 26 September from 14.00 to 18.00, in which participants explore the ancient technique of silk painting and create an original work on natural silk to take home.

In this visit, we discover representations of landscape along a route that crosses several galleries of the Museum.

A tour to discover Muslim Lisbon, starting from Casa dos Bicos to the Islamic Houses of São Jorge Castle, exploring traces of the city.

A sound-and-music story concert for families with children aged 3 to 6, where the little ones help search for a voice someone has lost.

A pop musical adaptation of the classic story The Wizard of Oz.

A family cinema session featuring films from the early days of cinema, part of the Family Saturdays series. General admission 3,20€.

Bloom joins forces with the international collective Monkey Project on 25 July at one of Lisbon's most premium riverside locations, for a special collaboration featuring Antdot, Charmeine, Notre Dame, Parallelle, People Like Us and SHIA.

A Cinemateca session with the programme 'Margaret Tait: From Beginning to End', dedicated to the Scottish filmmaker Margaret Tait.

On his birthday, King D. Luís I invites the public on a theatrical journey through the Ajuda Palace he called home, sharing moments of his life and reign — from the king passionate about music, theatre and the seas to the epitome of the Portuguese liberal monarchy. A 1h30 tour conceived by Felisa Perez (Coolture Tours), aimed at children from 4 years old, adults and seniors.

A club night built around a residency from XDB, with more information on the event still to be announced.

The book "Meditating with Fernando Pessoa", by Paulo Borges and Marcelo Demarzo, brings together poetry, meditation and mindfulness to create a space for inner discovery. The presentation is led by Nuno Ribeiro, philosopher and specialist in Fernando Pessoa's estate, with free entry.

An OCCO concert with a string programme built around the idea of the serenade, including works by Elgar, Skalkottas, Gyula Beliczay and Robert Fuchs.

The Cinemateca screens 'Frau In Mond' as part of its 'Journey to the End of Silence' series, with tickets at 3,20€ and discounts for students, seniors and other audiences.

A four-hour party on a boat cruising the Tagus every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm, with a DJ mixing techno, deep house, reggaeton and club anthems, a welcome drink and long drink included, food onboard and entry to an after-party once the boat docks.

Concert by the Metropolitana Soloists dedicated to Bohuslav Martinu, featuring works that reflect the neoclassical intimacy, jazz sounds and Bohemian identity of the composer.

The Cinemateca's Margaret Tait series pairs films by Margaret Tait and Luke Fowler in a reflective dialogue on the Scottish filmmaker's cinema; tickets are 3,20€ with discounts available.

A Halloween night at Casa do Fauno with medieval music from MELLIFLVS and CORVUS D'EL REY, oracles and magic potions, celebrating Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival of passage, memory and the ancestors.

On 31 October, República da Música hosts a heavy-music night marking the return of HILLS HAVE EYES, with CX and BAD TOMATO opening and a special NYS party edition with BLASPHEMO, BAILE EMO and ROCKLINE running until 04h00.

Bruno Batista has prepared a special Halloween edition of 'Contos na Horta' full of surprises and scarily fun moments, promising real frights and plenty of laughter. Aimed at families with children aged 6 and over, with free participation subject to prior registration.

Porchat, Mourão, Vicente and Miranda present 'Imagina', an improvisation show at MEO Commedia a La Carte Fest, where the audience is invited to imagine what happens when these four comedians get together.

Rô Rosa, one of the great promises of Brazilian music, presents her recent releases 'Sotaquin do Rio' and 'Improvável' in a concert at Casa Capitão.

A theatre production titled SUPERSTAR.

A Halloween-themed pub crawl setting off from Praça Luís de Camões through three bars and Bairro Alto, ending with VIP entry to a haunted club. Along the way: a complimentary Bloody Mary shot, an hour of free-flowing beer and sangria, drinking games and a costume challenge with a champagne prize.

This session of the Cinemateca's Margaret Tait series brings together the work of Robert Rosselini and Margaret Tait around the breach of modernity; tickets are 3,20€ with discounts available.

Halloween edition of Afro Encircle, on Saturday 31 October from 23h to 06h.

A night of DJ sets featuring Nídia, DJ Narciso, Maki, Francisco Berberan, OK EG and Inês Duarte.

Tabanka Djaz return to Lisboa Ao Vivo for a tribute to Caló Barbosa, with guests such as Yuri da Cunha, Rui Sangara, Loony Johnson, Dom Kikas and Nifeko.

Bashment debuts at Coliseu Club with a Halloween special edition, featuring dancehall, shatta, bouyon, afrobeats and amapiano in a night full of energy.

Elless & Benn join forces behind the decks for a two-person DJ set.