Events in Lisbon this week

One of Europe's most scenic outdoor road running events takes participants along the stunning coastline from Cascais into historic downtown Lisbon, alongside a 10K/8K and half marathon.

One of Europe's most scenic marathon courses takes runners along the Tagus River coastline from Cascais directly into Lisbon's iconic seafront main square.

Legendary Brazilian Tropicália master Gilberto Gil returns to Lisbon for a special performance alongside conductor Aldo Brizzi and full operatic chamber backing.

Line-up: Gilberto Gil, Aldo Brizzi, Núcleo de Ópera da Bahia

Brazilian music icon Gilberto Gil brings his orchestral-operatic collaboration Amor Azul to Lisbon's historic Coliseu dos Recreios.

Line-up: Gilberto Gil, Aldo Brizzi, Núcleo de Ópera da Bahia

One of Europe's scenic coastal running weekends features a full marathon along the Atlantic Ocean coast into Lisbon, plus a 10K, half marathon, and family walk along the Tagus River waterfront.

Thousands of runners take over Lisbon's coastal and riverside roads for a premier autumn road-racing event featuring a full marathon, half marathon, and an 8K walk/run ending at Praça do Comércio.

One of Portugal’s top sporting events featuring a scenic marathon along the Tagus coastline into central Lisbon alongside a half-marathon and 8K fun run.

An intimate Saturday night English comedy showcase featuring experienced pro comedians in an underground bar setting.

One of Europe's scenic seaside marathons that guides runners along the coastal roads from Carcavelos along the Tagus River into the heart of downtown Lisbon.

Former Dire Straits band members and touring musicians reunite on stage to perform classic rock anthems like "Sultans of Swing" and "Money for Nothing."

Line-up: Dire Straits Legacy

Lisbon’s premier annual road race takes runners along a scenic coastal and Tagus river route, concluding with a grand finish in the iconic city centre.

Line-up: Thousands of international and local runners

A major autumn running event offering a coastal course along the Tagus estuary and Atlantic Ocean, culminating in a dramatic finish in Lisbon's central riverfront square.

International house music platform No Art takes over the waterfront for a 11-hour outdoor day-to-night party featuring world-renowned DJs.

Line-up: ANOTR, Adriatique, Franky Rizardo, Mau P +3

Amsterdam techno and dance party brand Intercell comes to Lisbon with heavy-hitting techno acts under the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge.

Line-up: Pegassi, Partiboi69, SAIDAH, DJOOKE +1

A four-hour sunset catamaran cruise along the Tagus River complete with DJs, complimentary drinks, and free after-party entry to a Lisbon nightspot.

Portugal’s premier outdoor running festival brings thousands of participants along the scenic waterfront from Cascais to downtown Lisbon across a full weekend of marathon, half-marathon, and 8K events.

Prominent Turkish hip-hop and trap artist Ezhel performs live at LAV in Marvila as part of his 2026 European tour.

Line-up: Ezhel

Legendary Brazilian singer-songwriter Djavan brings his smooth fusion of MPB, samba, and jazz pop to Lisbon's largest arena.

Line-up: Djavan

One of Portugal's premier outdoor athletic events, taking thousands of runners on a scenic coastal and riverfront course finishing in central Lisbon.

Legendary Brazilian singer-songwriter Djavan brings his smooth mix of samba, MPB, and pop-jazz classics to Lisbon’s largest arena.

Line-up: Djavan

A hands-on culinary masterclass teaching participants the art and science of fermenting seasonal vegetables, gut-healthy probiotics, and practical preservation techniques.

New York synth-pop duo Tempers bring their hypnotic, darkwave melodies to the riverside venue Casa Capitão.

Line-up: Tempers

The long-running annual international festival dedicated to pop culture, comics, and graphic novels with exhibitions, author talks, and signings.

Lisbon's premier international documentary festival returns for 11 days of screenings, debates, and retrospectives at iconic venues across the city.

Line-up: Jia Zhangke, Denis Côté, Denis Cavalier

Lisbon’s premier international documentary film festival showcasing groundbreaking non-fiction cinema, Q&A sessions, and special retrospectives.

Lisbon’s major international documentary film festival features educational morning screenings, family-friendly non-fiction cinema, and interactive discussions for younger audiences.

An English-language comedy lineup sharing hilarious true personal accounts of dating misadventures and culture shock in Lisbon.

Lisbon’s major international documentary film festival showcasing non-fiction cinema, retrospective screenings, and discussions across multiple city venues.

Portugal's top documentary film festival presenting 198 international films alongside dedicated youth and family screening sections.

Legendary German synth-pop band Alphaville takes the stage at Sagres Campo Pequeno to perform synth classics like "Big in Japan" and "Forever Young".

Line-up: Alphaville

Iconic 80s synth-pop pioneers Alphaville deliver timeless hits like "Forever Young" and "Big in Japan" at Campo Pequeno.

Line-up: Alphaville

Legendary 80s German synthpop icons Alphaville perform timeless hit classics such as "Forever Young" and "Big in Japan" with full modern orchestral and electronic arrangements.

Line-up: Alphaville, Marian Gold

Popular Brazilian musical trio Gilsons (combining MPB, pop, and samba influences) bring their headline tour to Lisbon's Coliseu dos Recreios.

Line-up: Gilsons

German progressive psytrance producer Neelix headlines the official closing night party at Waikiki for an all-night beachfront dance session.

Line-up: Neelix

An interactive, English-language stand-up comedy show designed for singles to laugh about dating culture in Lisbon while socializing.

An alternative autumn market and festival gathering crafts, tarot readings, esoteric items, and workshops inside the creative artistic space of Nirvana Studios.

Portugal's premier annual wine and gastronomic trade and consumer fair takes over FIL with over 7,500 m² of tasting halls, expert-led masterclasses, and regional food pairings.

Line-up: Over 400 Portuguese wine producers

A day-to-night house music gathering inside Parque Eduardo VII featuring continuous electronic sets, lights, and open dance floors.

One of the oldest traditional countryside fairs in the Greater Lisbon area, offering regional gastronomy, traditional music, games, and local artisan stalls across two consecutive autumn weekends.