The annual calendar of local and not so local events
What's On!
One of the best sites for finding out what is going on in the Algarve during your stay, is the official Tourist Board Website.
Festivals
May & June - The Algarve music festival with concerts held in churches and theaters in Lagos, Faro and Portimao.
On May 1-
there is a lively feast and open air market
in the picturesque village of Alte.
Silves is the home of the June beer festival, a chance to sample all the
types of beer produced in Portugal to the accompaniment of folkdancing
groups and musicians.
July-August - Summer festival in Silves where you will find music, ballet and theater in the ancient capital town. The ideal time to eat sardines, most villages and towns hold their annual sardine festival. The most famous is Portimao where sardines are grilled on open fires along the quayside, folkdancing and music are also enjoyed.
September - National Folklore Festival. Traditional dances, music and songs in venues throughout the region.