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A reading of Peter Brown's “The Curious Garden” followed by a five-senses exploration of the community garden, with sensory boxes and nature-observation challenges for children aged 3 to 8, accompanied by an adult. Free entry, registration required.

E.R. is a sober morning rave that starts your Saturday on the dancefloor, with great electronic music and no choreography, performance or right way to dance — just a room full of energy. Arrive with a friend or alone and let hosts Paty da Costa & Avi wake something up in you.

A field drawing session in nature, treated as a fundamental observation tool, exploring contrast, shape and texture — no previous experience required. Each participant leaves with a field notebook of new sketches. Price: 15 euros, with online registration and organisation by DESIS Lab @Nova SBE.

the RESET takes over Penhasco Arte Cooperativa with a night built around the theme of Connection, merging DJ sets, live coding, workshops, food and conversation into one flowing experience. The bill features AEONA REX live-coding with Strudel, Leenو, Rayge.Uncovered and the The Auragrio, with phone-free areas to help you reconnect.

Fuse Records throws its last open air, with free entry until 5 pm and sets from Echonomist, DJ Nox and Syper; the full programme is still to be announced.

WAVS × afterglow take a limited-capacity catamaran onto the Tagus on Saturday 26 September for a three-hour session of melodic house & techno, tech house and deep house as Lisbon's skyline drifts by, with professional photography, drone footage and live-recorded DJ sets. Once the boat docks, the journey continues with a free afterparty at Secret Garden LX till late.

afterglow takes over Lisbon's hidden Secret Garden for an open-air Saturday session, moving from warm melodic and progressive grooves into deeper house as daylight turns to sunset and evening. Entry is free with registration and capacity is limited.

The official Amazonas afterparty carries the energy from the market to Velours in Marvila for an extended Saturday session on September 26 (17:00–23:00), with co-founder La Gugga behind the decks serving disco cuts, underground grooves and house with 80s and 90s influences.

Intertwined closes the summer with a special edition in an enchanted forest in Almocageme, Colares, headlined by Hungarian artist Дeva, who blends downtempo electronics with traditional folk in a live solo concert. The day also brings DJ sets by Ed Dingli, Flying Snail and Tom Select, a dance embodiment practice, artisan pizzas, massages and intuitive readings.

Throwback returns to Lisbon on Saturday, September 26, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, taking over the nature-surrounded Monsantos Open Air with the greatest hits of the 80s, 90s and 00s.

Cormac, celebrated for his HI-NRG, Italo House and Techno sets and his marathon appearances at Berghain's Snax parties, headlines a night alongside Cuba, Varela, Mâhfoud, Mad Rey and Beno. Expect hours of euphoria, a touch of nostalgia and, above all, high energy.

A four-hour boat party on the Tagus every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm, with a DJ mixing techno, deep house, reggaeton and club anthems, cocktails, sunset views of Belém and Praça do Comércio, and after-party entry included.

Malandro do Marquês hosts a dance night to the sounds of Tropical Sons, with kizomba, zouk, semba and much more, on 26 September 2026.

A full moon night walk through Lisbon's viewpoints, setting off from Terreiro do Paço (Praça do Comércio) on 26 September 2026.

A night walk through São Jorge Castle in the company of Biota biologists, using an ultrasound detector to observe and identify the castle's bat species — from the lesser horseshoe bat to the European free-tailed bat — while learning about the extraordinary role bats play in ecosystems.

Seteais under the stars at Palácio de Seteais in Sintra on 26 September 2026.

Brunch Electronik and Fuse Records close the season with their final Open Air on September 26th at Village Underground Lisboa, making the most of one of the last sunny afternoons of music and dancing outdoors.

At Casa Capitão, BAILE brings together TREME BASS and EDG CLUB for a night of electronic music, with DJs across several rooms from midnight. A single ticket grants access to the whole lineup.

Berimbau debuts a new samba and pagode roda at Giro’Giro in Jardim do Campo Grande, with free entry. The event brings Brazilian music from late afternoon to night, with a continuous program from 5 PM to 11 PM.

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.

From 1 to 31 July, the panel at Largo Marquês de Angeja, next to Avenida da Índia, shows work by Joana Ramalho as part of a project that rotates pieces by seven artists conceived especially for the panel.

Until 30 September, Poster Mostra turns the streets of Marvila into an open-air gallery, spreading posters by new talents across the neighbourhood's galleries, restaurants, studios and clubs. Entry is free, and the opening on 30 May at 4 pm includes a guided tour with the participating artists.

Sintra City Council joins the European Week of Sport under the motto #BeActive, with a diverse programme of sports activities.

This route through Quinta da Regaleira explores Greco-Roman mythology with references to Camões, available in Portuguese on several dates in 2026.

An event by Associação Danças com História at Quinta da Ribafria, featuring dances and historical narratives in a poetic setting.

Cine Society returns to Lisbon with a new open-air cinema season screening recent Oscar winners such as Sinners.

Black Cat Cinema returns with open-air screenings across the city from 13 May to 18 October, mixing contemporary, cult and classic films — from Oscar winners to the Cannes Palme d'Or. Each session comes with music, food offerings and, once a month, a curation by Lisbon publisher Cuca Monga; tickets are €14.99.

Outdoor yoga classes at Quinta da Ribafria, moving online in bad weather; contact for details.

Walk through Quinta da Regaleira at night following the steps of Greco-Roman mythology, with gods, heroes and monsters, on select dates in 2026.

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).

12th edition of LandArt Cascais, at Quinta do Pisão, with interventions by Pedro Cabrita Reis and Susanne S. D. Themlitz.

A guided 941-metre walk along the Alcântara Valley crossing, discovering the importance this 18th-century hydraulic infrastructure had for the growth and development of Lisbon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

An outdoor rope obstacle course with varying difficulty levels, including a zip line, for adventurous individuals.

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.

Navigate through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park using a map to find control points, suited for ages 8 and up.

A guided orientation challenge for teams aged 12+, exploring points of interest with observation questions and puzzles.

Combine orienteering and geocaching to find hidden letters in the forest and decipher a mystery word at your own pace.

Bring your scout group to Pedra Amarela for a camping experience in nature with eco-friendly facilities and a conservation activity included.

Explore Quinta do Pisão on a guided horseback ride accompanied by the caretaker, lasting 1h30 and open to ages 16+.

A guided donkey ride around Quinta do Pisão for children aged 6 to 10, accompanied by a handler.

Experience a suspended adventure activity where you slide along a steel cable between two points, a safe 'flight' for adults and children over 8.

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+.

A guided orientation challenge with observation questions and puzzles adapted for children aged 6–12, minimum 10 participants.

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.

Learn organic and seasonal horticulture strategies hands-on at Quinta do Pisão's vegetable garden, for groups of 15+ aged 3–18.

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+.

Learn to use archery equipment and improve your shooting technique through custom challenges; activity lasts 30 minutes and is open to ages 8+.

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+.

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.

Explore the historical and natural treasures of Quinta do Pisão on a guided walk through the Nature Park, learning about its ecosystems and history.

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.

Challenge gravity on an 8-meter climbing tower with two sides of varying difficulty; 30-minute activity for ages 8+.