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A cycle of guided tours at the Igreja de São Roque revealing the protagonists behind the Chapel of St John the Baptist, a masterpiece of D. João V's reign — from ambassador Manuel Pereira de Sampaio to cardinal-patriarch D. Tomás de Almeida.

Online course on Portuguese-origin world heritage in the Indian Ocean and the China Sea, taught by João Paulo Oliveira e Costa.

Guided tour of the long-term exhibition at the Museu de Lisboa – Palácio Pimenta, exploring the migrations that shaped Lisbon over the centuries.

A themed walking tour around Lisbon's Roman Theatre that follows the trail of the 1755 earthquake and the marks it left on the city.

Presentation of the children's book 'Colourful Sheep', an adventure in space, with stories for families with children aged 4 to 10.

In this visit, you will explore several spaces, including areas normally closed to the public, and discover how architecture and nature are in permanent dialogue in this singular building.

A pop musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.

In this visit-workshop at Palácio Pimenta, families explore the exhibition 'Animais de Lisboa, Outra história da cidade' to discover the animals that once lived in Lisbon, before contributing to a collective mural of animal self-portraits.

Workshop 'Luz no Corpo' led by the Tarikavalli Company, exploring the symbolism and ritual of jewellery in Bharata Natyam, the classical dance of South India.

A family film screening of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice at the Cinemateca.

Lenna Bahule presents 'Mcika', an intimate solo show of voice, moving body and traditional instruments, weaving a cappella songs and percussive chants from her Mozambican homeland, as part of the V World Music Week BOTA.

Tonight We Shout is a cycle of performed readings of theatrical texts, promoted by Companhia Cepa Torta, celebrating its 10th anniversary. This edition presents 'Vitória' by Pau Miró, about a widow in 1950s Barcelona who discovers the need to fight.

Marco Rodrigues pays tribute to Carlos do Carmo in a concert celebrating the legacy of the fado singer, featuring songs from the album 'Canta Carlos do Carmo' and other highlights from his career.

Launch recital for António Luís Silva's first solo album, one of the first records ever devoted entirely to Japanese piano music recorded by a Western performer, with works by Karen Tanaka, Saburo Takata, Minako Tokuyama and Hisatada Otaka at Fundação Oriente.

The Emo Festival returns to Lisbon for a big emo tribute night with a live band, DJs, performers and confetti, as a standing event. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is postponed or cancelled.

Alcool Club live on Saturday, 7 November, from 21h00 to 23h30.

Carla Prata presents her new project 'It All Leads Back South' at Casa Capitão, blending influences from the UK, Angola and Portugal.

António Raminhos presents 'Be Right Back', a comedy show that tackles death and finitude with his characteristic humour, turning grief into laughter.

French singer-songwriter Daphné Chenel presents songs from her new album for the first time at Casa Capitão, featuring ethereal, cinematic sounds, with special guests and surprises.

For the last 10 years, José Pinhal Post-Mortem Experience has kept alive the flame of the immortal singer José Pinhal, master of dance, romantic icon and major figure of northern popular culture. Born in 2016 as a spontaneous tribute, the band grew to become an improbable phenomenon, crossing generations, styles and geographies. After more than a decade taking José Pinhal's name to stages across the country, the time for farewell has now come. The last concerts of José Pinhal Post-Mortem Experience promise to be an intense celebration of life, music and the legacy of José Pinhal. Immortal, always! A big thank you.