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Lisbon’s Armazéns do Chiado to switch on Christmas lights with music and light show
Lisbon’s Armazéns do Chiado shopping centre will officially welcome the Christmas season on Saturday, November 14, with a special music and light show starting at 7pm. The event will take place outside the landmark building in the heart of Chiado, where live singers will perform from the balconies as the façade and Christmas tree are illuminated.
Portimão celebrates historic Saint Martin Fair
One of the Algarve’s oldest and most popular traditional fairs, the Feira de São Martinho, is taking place at Portimão’s Fair and Exhibition Park until November 15. Dating back to 1662, the annual event continues to attract visitors with its traditional food, fairground attractions, shopping stalls and family entertainment.
Portuguese President expresses solidarity with Poland after deadly shooting
Portuguese President António José Seguro has expressed his condolences and solidarity with Poland following Saturday’s (November 7) mass shooting in Kraków, which left at least six people dead and 15 injured, including a 74-year-old Portuguese woman. In a message addressed to Polish President Karol Nawrocki, Seguro expressed his deep sorrow over the deaths and offered his condolences to the victims’ families.
Storm Bruna leaves five homeless and disrupts flights in Madeira
Storm Bruna has left five people homeless in Madeira, caused widespread flooding and fallen trees, and disrupted dozens of flights and cruise ship visits as severe weather swept across the Portuguese archipelago over the weekend. According to the Regional Civil Protection Service, 125 weather-related incidents were recorded between 8am on Saturday (November 7) and Sunday morning, affecting municipalities across the island.
Lisbon housing protesters defy mayor as traders demand Christmas market
A standoff between Lisbon City Council and housing protesters occupying Rossio Square has intensified after Mayor Carlos Moedas ordered the removal of their tents to make way for the city’s Christmas market, despite an earlier court ruling allowing the protest to continue until November 24. Around 100 tents remain in the historic square, where activists campaigning for affordable housing have vowed to continue their demonstration despite mounting pressure from municipal authorities.
Portuguese woman, 74, injured in Poland shooting that leaves six dead
A 74-year-old Portuguese woman is among at least 15 people injured in a mass shooting in the Polish city of Kraków on Saturday (November 7), which left at least six people dead. Portugal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the woman was among those injured in the attack, which took place at around 3pm local time in the city’s historic Main Market Square. According to Polish police, a man drove into Kraków’s historic Main Market Square before opening fire indiscriminately on pedestrians.
Storm Bruna hits Madeira as mainland Portugal braces for heavy rain and strong winds
Storm Bruna has arrived in Madeira, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and widespread flight disruption, as mainland Portugal prepares for several days of increasingly unsettled weather. The Atlantic depression is affecting the Madeira archipelago this weekend, with dozens of flights cancelled at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport on Saturday (November 7) as strong winds disrupted operations.
Lisbon exhibition reveals the hidden world behind digital art
Lisbon’s Galeria Eterno will host BEHIND, an immersive exhibition by Polish creative technology studio Ksawery Komputery, from November 20 to December 31, inviting visitors to explore the technology behind digital art. Founded by artist Ksawery Kirklewski, the studio combines art, programming, engineering and design to create installations that respond to movement, sound and human interaction.
Ferragudo calls for fairer funding as village marks 27th anniversary
Ferragudo marked the 27th anniversary of its elevation to village status on November 1 with a call for fairer funding and greater investment in local infrastructure, housing and public spaces. In a message marking the occasion, Ferragudo Parish Council president Luís Alberto warned that limited financial resources continue to restrict the parish’s ability to respond to the needs of residents and businesses. “With little, we achieve a great deal.
Italian singer Maria Mazzotta brings ‘Amoreamaro’ to Loulé
Italian singer Maria Mazzotta will perform at Cineteatro Louletano on Saturday, November 14, as part of Portugal’s Misty Fest, presenting her acclaimed Amoreamaro project. Known for her powerful voice and interpretations of southern Italian folk music, Mazzotta brings a deeply emotional performance exploring love in all its forms, from tenderness and passion to heartbreak, obsession and abuse.
Portugal’s 300,000-home shortage will take years to resolve, warns CGD chief
Portugal’s housing crisis will take years to resolve and cannot be tackled through one or two government measures, according to Paulo Macedo, chief executive of state-owned bank Caixa Geral de Depósitos (CGD). Speaking on Thursday, November 5, during the presentation of the bank’s financial results in Lisbon, Macedo warned that the housing shortage would take longer than a single parliamentary term to address.
Construction worker seriously injured in 10-metre fall in Algarve
A 57-year-old man was seriously injured after falling approximately 10 metres while working at a construction site in Vila Real de Santo António, in the eastern Algarve, on Thursday, November 5. According to Correio da Manhã, the workplace accident prompted an emergency response involving firefighters and Portugal’s emergency medical service (INEM). The circumstances surrounding the fall have not yet been disclosed.
Ultramarathon runner to run for 10 hours in Lisbon charity challenge
Portuguese ultramarathon runner Hélio Fumo will run non-stop for 10 hours at Lisbon’s Campo Pequeno on November 14, as part of a charity initiative aiming to collect more than six tonnes of food for vulnerable families. The event, Alimenta Esta Corrida (Feed This Run), will take place from 8.30am to 6.30pm, inviting people of all ages and fitness levels to join the 43-year-old athlete by running, walking or simply donating food.
Portimão Hospital emergency director replaced following patient’s death
The director of the Emergency Department at Portimão Hospital has been replaced, just a day after an 87-year-old man died following a lengthy wait for medical attention. However, a hospital source told Lusa news agency on Thursday (November 5) that the decision was “not related” to the patient’s death, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday. The source did not explain the reasons behind the director’s replacement or identify the person appointed to take over the department.
Morgado Golf provides over 1,700 meals to Portimão firefighters
Morgado Golf & Country Club has once again supported the Portimão Volunteer Firefighters during the wildfire season, providing 1,730 meals to crews stationed near Porto de Lagos between June 15 and October 20. For the sixth consecutive year, the resort supplied lunches and dinners to a firefighting brigade operating under Portugal’s Special Rural Firefighting Device (DECIR), helping crews remain close to areas where they might be called upon to respond to emergencies.
Food basket prices rise again in Portugal, reaching nearly €256
The cost of essential groceries in Portugal has risen again after two consecutive weeks of falling prices, with a basket of 63 basic food products now costing €255.95, according to the latest analysis by consumer watchdog DECO PROteste. Figures released on Wednesday, November 4, show that the basket increased by €2.40 over the previous week, adding further pressure to household budgets. Since the beginning of 2026, the cost of the same basket has risen by €14.12, an increase of 5.84%.
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Lisbon Council plans to buy housing complex to prevent mass eviction
Lisbon City Council is considering purchasing a residential complex, located between Beato and Marvila, to prevent the possible eviction of nearly 100 residents, according to a report by Público newspaper. The municipality is seeking a solution for families living in Pátio da Quintinha, where the threat of eviction has raised concerns about the future of the community. Lisbon’s deputy mayor, Gonçalo Reis, has indicated that the council is prepared to intervene directly by acquiring the property.
Elderly man dies after 12-hour wait at Portimão Hospital emergency department
An 87-year-old man died in the early hours of Wednesday morning (November 4) after waiting almost 12 hours to be seen by a doctor at Portimão Hospital’s emergency department, according to an exclusive report by SIC Notícias. The man, who lived in Sagres, arrived at the hospital at around 5pm on Tuesday, complaining of abdominal pain and vomiting. Following an initial assessment, he was assigned a yellow triage wristband, indicating an urgent medical condition.
Storm Bruna threatens Portugal with days of heavy rain and strong winds
Storm Bruna is expected to bring several days of heavy rain, strong winds and a heightened risk of flooding to Portugal from Friday, November 6, with the most severe conditions forecast between Sunday and Tuesday. According to meteorologist and geographer Alfredo Graça, writing for Meteored Portugal, the country should prepare for a prolonged period of unsettled weather, with the most intense rainfall expected between Sunday, November 8, and Tuesday, November 10.
Housing protests continue as demonstrators march through Lisbon
Housing campaigners are taking to the streets of Lisbon today (Saturday, October 24), marching from Marquês de Pombal to Rossio Square to demand urgent measures to tackle Portugal’s worsening housing crisis. Organised by the “Acampada de Lisboa” movement, the demonstration was held under the slogan “We have no home, so we set up tents!”, reflecting growing frustration over soaring housing costs, property speculation and the difficulties many people face in finding affordable accommodation.
Cyberattack exposes personal data of thousands of Portuguese firefighters
Portugal’s National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority (ANEPC) has confirmed a cyberattack on the country’s national firefighters’ database, potentially exposing sensitive personal information belonging to thousands of firefighters. In a statement issued on Saturday (October 24), ANEPC confirmed that unauthorised access had been gained to data held in the National Register of Portuguese Firefighters (RNBP).
Bank of Portugal governor calls for more construction to tackle housing crisis
The governor of the Bank of Portugal has called for a national consensus on tackling the country’s housing crisis, arguing that building more homes, expanding social housing and reducing bureaucracy are essential to easing pressure on the market. Speaking at a seminar organised jointly by the Bank of Portugal (BdP) and the Bank of Spain in Lisbon on Thursday (October 22), Álvaro Santos Pereira said the central bank had repeatedly stressed that solutions must focus on increasing housing supply.
Lisbon Oceanarium offers €15 tickets for Halloween
The Lisbon Oceanarium is celebrating Halloween with a special Halloweek promotion, offering 2,500 tickets at a reduced price of €15 for visitors of all ages. Available to purchase online from October 22 to 31, the discounted tickets can be used for visits between October 22 and November 1, 2026, with no restrictions on age groups or visiting times.
Tavira cook wins Pine Cliffs charity cooking competition
Sandra Leal, representing Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Tavira, has been crowned the winner of the second edition of Missão D’Chef, a cooking competition aimed at improving the quality of meals served in social welfare institutions across the Algarve. The competition concluded on Tuesday, October 20, with a celebratory lunch at Pine Cliffs Resort in Albufeira, attended by around 60 guests, including representatives of participating institutions, trainers and hospitality professionals.
Algarve winery launches first Negra Mole red from 70-year-old vines
Algarve wine producer Herdade Barranco do Vale has launched its first Negra Mole red wine, made from grapes grown on a vineyard approximately 70 years old, as it celebrates a decade since its first harvest under its own brand. The family-run estate, located in São Bartolomeu de Messines, in the Serra do Caldeirão, has produced the new 2025 red wine using grapes from a vineyard originally tended by the grandfather of the family, Ramiro.
Mushrooms, wine and gastronomy celebrated at Dão autumn festival
The Dão wine region will celebrate the arrival of autumn with the second edition of The Mushroom Edit, a festival combining mushroom discovery, wine, gastronomy and music at the Taboadella wine estate on November 21. Following its debut in 2025, the event returns with an expanded programme designed to showcase the region’s natural heritage, local produce and winemaking traditions.
Hyatt Regency Vilamoura unveils spooky weekend celebrations
The Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve is preparing a weekend of Halloween celebrations, with an immersive cocktail experience and DJ party on October 31, followed by a family-friendly brunch on November 1. Both events are open to hotel guests and the general public, with activities designed for different ages.
Lagoa takes action to protect coastline from storm damage
Lagoa Council is stepping up efforts to protect its coastline and improve safety in vulnerable coastal areas following the severe storms that battered the Algarve in January and February this year. The municipality has signed a cooperation agreement with Portugal’s Environmental Fund (Fundo Ambiental) and the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA), paving the way for essential stabilisation and restoration works at Senhora da Rocha, one of the coastal areas most affected by the storms.
Steve Hackett announces Lisbon and Porto concerts for 2027
Legendary British guitarist Steve Hackett, best known for his work with progressive rock band Genesis, will return to Portugal in October 2027 for two concerts celebrating his musical career. The musician has chosen Portugal to open the European leg of his Best of Genesis & Solo Gems tour, with performances scheduled for October 30 at Lisbon’s Coliseu dos Recreios and October 31 at Coliseu do Porto Ageas.
Algarve Accelerate event to explore business growth opportunities in 2027
The British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce (BPCC) is organising a free business event at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão on Thursday, October 29, focusing on the region’s economic prospects for 2027. Entitled ‘Algarve Accelerate’, the event will explore how major international events contribute to regional development, alongside funding opportunities available to businesses seeking to invest and expand in the Algarve.
Is a new construction shortage fueling Portugal’s housing crisis?
Portugal’s housing shortage is being driven largely by a sharp decline in private construction, according to Economy and Territorial Cohesion Minister Manuel Castro Almeida, who has called on local authorities to urgently remove obstacles to new housing projects.
Silves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities
Silves will host its traditional All Saints’ Fair (Feira de Todos os Santos) from October 29 to November 1, bringing four days of music, traditional food, fairground rides and family entertainment to Sítio do Encalhe. Organised by Silves Council, the event is one of the Algarve’s oldest fairs and continues to attract residents and visitors from across the region.
Lidl raises €270,000 to support animal rescue charities in Portugal
Lidl Portugal has raised €270,000 to support animal welfare organisations across the country through the sale of its special charity shopping bag, known as ‘Pa-tudo’. The supermarket chain will distribute the funds among 54 animal protection associations, with each receiving €5,000 to help cover essential expenses, including veterinary treatment, food and hygiene supplies.
Halloween fun for families at Krazy World in Algarve
Krazy World, the family theme park in Algoz, Silves, is celebrating Halloween with a special programme of activities running until November 1. The celebrations began on October 17, offering families a combination of animal encounters, entertainment and Halloween-themed activities designed for children and adults alike.
Portimão hosts Pink October charity walk for breast cancer awareness Original
Portimão will host a charity walk on Sunday, October 25, as part of Pink October, the international breast cancer awareness campaign, encouraging residents and visitors to get active while supporting an important cause. The Pink October Walk (Caminhada Outubro Rosa) will take place along Portimão’s riverside, with participants able to choose between two routes of 5km and 8km.
Algarve CDS-PP calls for more Faro flights following Lufthansa-TAP deal
The Algarve branch of the CDS-PP party has welcomed the selection of Lufthansa as a strategic partner for TAP Air Portugal but is calling on the government to ensure the deal delivers more international flights and better connections to Faro Airport. In a statement, the party urged the government to establish a structured dialogue with Lufthansa, airport operator ANA, Algarve tourism authorities, municipalities and regional businesses to identify opportunities for expanding air connections.
Porto protesters leave peacefully as Lisbon sees arrests
Police dismantled housing protest camps in Lisbon and Porto early on Tuesday morning (October 20), with demonstrators in Porto peacefully complying with orders to leave, while the operation in the capital resulted in several arrests. Officers from the Public Security Police (PSP) arrived at Rossio Square in Lisbon and Praça D. João I in Porto shortly before 6am, ordering protesters to remove their tents and belongings.
After Portimão and Faro, Mercadona recruits for third Algarve supermarket
Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona has begun recruiting staff for its third Algarve supermarket, which is due to open in Olhão in 2027. The announcement comes just days after the company opened its first Algarve store in Portimão on October 15, attracting large crowds of shoppers eager to explore the new supermarket.
Bagamel celebrates 50 years of Algarve tradition with an eye on the future
Fifty years after it was founded in Silves, Bagamel is celebrating its rich heritage of producing traditional Algarve spirits and liqueurs, while looking confidently to the future under the leadership of Vanessa Pereira, who has been bringing fresh energy and ideas to the business since taking ownership in 2024. The company celebrated its 50th anniversary on September 26, welcoming guests to its premises in Silves for an afternoon of conviviality, tastings and shared memories.
Socialists propose tax breaks to bring empty homes onto housing market
Portugal’s Socialist Party (PS) has proposed a three-year package of tax incentives aimed at bringing empty homes onto the market, including exemptions from capital gains tax on property sales worth up to €300,000. The proposals were announced by Socialist leader José Luís Carneiro in a new open letter to Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, published in Público newspaper on Monday, October 19.
GNR officers rescue snake trapped in protective netting
GNR officers rescued a snake that became trapped in protective netting in Ponte de Lima, in the northern district of Viana do Castelo. The rescue was carried out by officers from the local GNR Territorial Post, according to a statement released by the Viana do Castelo Territorial Command on Saturday (October 17). The snake was carefully freed from the netting and safely returned to its natural habitat.
Thunderstorm moves across Algarve from northeast to west
A thunderstorm is moving across the Algarve this Sunday afternoon (October 18), travelling from the northeast towards the west of the region. The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) has warned of potentially heavy showers, thunderstorms and hail, with strong gusts of wind also possible. Residents and motorists are advised to exercise caution, particularly in areas affected by heavy rainfall and sudden changes in weather conditions.
Thousands expected at protests across Portugal over cost of living
Thousands of people are expected to take to the streets across Portugal today (Saturday, October 17) in a nationwide protest against the rising cost of living, with demonstrations planned in Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra.
Portugal PM denounces threats against his home and family at housing protest
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has condemned what he described as “direct threats” against his home and family after a video emerged showing a protest speaker calling for his address to be found and a brick thrown at his property. The footage, released by the Prime Minister’s official residence in Lisbon on Friday, October 16, shows a man addressing a crowd at night, apparently during a demonstration linked to protests over Portugal’s housing crisis.
Portuguese cancer research project wins prestigious European award
A pioneering cancer research project in northern Portugal has won the public vote at the 2026 REGIOSTARS Awards, recognising its work in bringing scientific advances closer to patients and expanding access to innovative treatments. The Porto Comprehensive Cancer Centre – TeamUp4Cancer received the People’s Choice Award at a ceremony in Brussels on Wednesday, October 14, after securing the most public votes among 25 finalists competing for the European Union award.
Walk & Art Fest returns to Barão de São João in November
The village of Barão de São João, in the municipality of Lagos, will once again become a meeting point for nature lovers, artists and families when the Walk & Art Fest returns from November 6 to 8. The three-day festival offers a varied programme of guided walks, mountain biking, creative workshops, music, poetry, documentaries and wellbeing activities, encouraging visitors to explore the Algarve’s countryside while discovering different forms of artistic expression.
Halloween brings spooky fun to Zoomarine Algarve
Halloween is returning to Zoomarine Algarve this October, with spooky attractions, ghostly encounters and special activities for visitors of all ages. From October 20 to 31, the theme park in Guia, Albufeira, will be transformed with Halloween-themed decorations and experiences designed to entertain families, from young children to those looking for a few more frightening surprises.
Lisbon mayor suspends shared e-scooter scheme over safety concerns
Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has announced the suspension of shared electric scooters in the Portuguese capital, citing growing safety concerns, dangerous behaviour by riders and the widespread abandonment of vehicles in public spaces. The announcement was made late on Thursday, October 15, in a video published on social media, in which Moedas said the current system was failing and that action was needed to protect pedestrians and other road users.
Housing crisis: Porto unrest raises concerns ahead of Lisbon protest
Concerns are growing over the possibility of further unrest in Portugal as housing protests continue in Porto and organisers prepare for a similar demonstration in Lisbon on Saturday, October 17. The warnings follow violent confrontations between protesters and police in Porto, where at least 37 demonstrators were reportedly injured during a police operation in Praça D. João I in the early hours of Thursday. Two suffered fractures requiring hospital treatment.
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