Oporto Weekly

Editor's Picks

1. Harry Potter e a Pedra Filosofal em Concerto
Sunday, March 29, 2026 | Super Bock Arena / Pavilhao Rosa Mota | Price: Google Search
Experience the magic of Harry Potter on the big screen with a live orchestra performing John Williams' iconic score. A truly enchanting event for all ages.
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2. Candlelight: The best of ABBA
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9:30 PM | Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: from €16.50
Relive the disco era with a mesmerizing tribute to ABBA, performed by candlelight in the elegant setting of Hilton Porto Gaia.
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3. The Emo Festival
Friday, March 27, 2026, 7:00 PM | Hard Club | Price: Google Search
Dive into a night of nostalgia and powerful rock anthems at The Emo Festival, bringing high energy to the Hard Club stage.
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4. Azulejos Tile Painting Workshop
Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28, 2026 | Venue: Google Search | Price: Google Search
Unleash your creativity and learn the traditional art of Portuguese tile painting in this hands-on workshop.
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5. "Colapso" by Silvestre Pestana
Ongoing Exhibition (Opened March 14, 2026) | Galeria Municipal do Porto (First Floor) | Price: Free (typically for municipal galleries)
Explore a large-scale installation by Silvestre Pestana, examining technology's impact on society, part of the gallery's 25th-anniversary celebration.
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Music & Concerts

Thursday, March 26

R4w W/ Mannara Invites Flavia
Era Uma Vez no Porto | Price: Google Search
An evening of techno and house music awaits at Era Uma Vez no Porto.
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Birds Are Indie
Maus Hábitos | Price: €8.00
Catch a performance by Birds Are Indie, offering their unique blend of indie rock and indie pop.
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Oscar Mulero, André Cascais
Gare Porto | Price: €22.50
A night for electronic music fans with Oscar Mulero and André Cascais taking the stage at Gare Porto.
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Bilrus
Maus Hábitos | Price: €7.00
Enjoy an evening of indie and indie rock with Bilrus at Maus Hábitos.
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Underground Showcase
9:30 PM | Plano B Club - Porto | Price: Google Search
Discover new sounds at the Underground Showcase hosted at Plano B Club.
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What is Fado? - A personal journey through all our Fado
6:00 PM | Fado na Baixa | Price: Google Search
Experience the soul-stirring sounds of Fado in an intimate setting, exploring its rich history.
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Concertos e Eventos CastleRock - Pub & Hotel, Porto
9:30 PM | R. do Conde de Vizela 114 | Price: Google Search
Enjoy a night of live music and events at CastleRock's pub and hotel.
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Friday, March 27

The Emo Festival
7:00 PM | Hard Club | Price: Google Search
A high-energy festival celebrating emo music at the Hard Club.
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DJ BORING
Plano B, Porto | Price: Google Search
Dance the night away with DJ BORING at Plano B.
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Oscar Mulero
Gare Porto | Price: Google Search
Another chance to see Oscar Mulero, known for his minimal, dub, and techno sounds.
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puto bacoco
Hotel Mouco, Porto | Price: Google Search
Enjoy a performance by puto bacoco at Hotel Mouco.
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Maria Pistolas
11:55 PM | Maria Pistolas | Price: €5.00
A late-night event featuring reggaeton, R&B, funk, house, and club music.
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Juicy: Maminas Assassonas (Live Band)
11:59 PM | Pérola Negra | Price: €10.00
A lively night with Axé, Rock, and Brazilian music from Maminas Assassonas.
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Comedy Sessions 3
10:00 PM | Porto (Venue: Google Search) | Price: €5.00
Laugh out loud at Comedy Sessions 3, featuring stand-up performances.
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Rawspel Choir
10:00 AM | Casa da Música, Sala Suggia | Price: Free
Enjoy a beautiful performance by the Rawspel Choir at Casa da Música.
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Open Rehearsals by Orquestra Sinfónica do Porto Casa da Música
10:00 AM | Sala Suggia | Price: Free
A unique opportunity to observe the Porto Symphony Orchestra's open rehearsal.
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Intimate Fado Experience
5:00 PM | R. de 31 de Janeiro 174 | Price: Google Search
Delve into the emotional world of Fado with an intimate live experience.
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Festival Termómetro - Porto
9:30 PM | Auditório Biblioteca Municipal Almeida Garrett | Price: Free
A free entry festival showcasing new musical talents at the Municipal Library Auditorium.
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Concertos e Eventos CastleRock - Pub & Hotel, Porto
10:30 PM | R. do Conde de Vizela 114 | Price: Google Search
Another evening of live music and events at CastleRock.
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Candlelight: Timeless composers such as Mozart, Bach and others
7:30 PM | Pestana Palácio do Freixo | Price: from €18.00
A classical music experience by candlelight featuring works from legendary composers.
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Trovante: Viver Tudo Numa Noite
Super Bock Arena – Pavilhão Rosa Mota | Price: Google Search
Portuguese rock legends Trovante perform their hits in a "Live Everything in One Night" concert.
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Saturday, March 28

China Crisis
Hotel Mouco, Porto | Price: Google Search
The iconic new wave band China Crisis performs live at Hotel Mouco.
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Club Kitten W/ Erol Alkan
11:59 PM | Pérola Negra Club | Price: €15.00
A late-night set with electro, disco, and techno beats from Erol Alkan.
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Back To 80s - Banda Oitentamente, Tributo Aos Anos 80
11:00 PM | Azulejo Bar | Price: €5.00
A vibrant tribute to the 80s with pop-rock hits to get you dancing.
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Basilar With Cancela & Aleeki, Tauer & Enko
9:00 PM | Gare Porto | Price: €10.00
An electronic music night featuring Detroit, acid, and hypnotic techno.
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T4t - Transcrita
3:00 PM | Tunel Centro Culturale | Price: €8.00
An afternoon event at Tunel Centro Culturale.
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Sub Matiné - Showcase
5:00 PM | Maria Pistolas | Price: €10.00
An afternoon showcase event at Maria Pistolas.
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Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
7:30 PM | Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: from €17.50
A unique orchestral tribute to two modern rock giants, Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, under the glow of candlelight.
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Candlelight: The best of Hans Zimmer
9:30 PM | Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: from €16.50
Experience the epic scores of Hans Zimmer, brought to life by a live orchestra in a candlelit ambiance.
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Candlelight: The best of ABBA
9:30 PM | Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: from €16.50
A charming candlelit concert celebrating the timeless hits of ABBA.
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Gonna End Bad Album Launch Concert Featuring Live Artist Session
7:30 PM | Pátio do Bolhão | Price: Google Search
Attend the album launch concert for "Gonna End Bad" with a special live artist session.
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Trovante: Viver Tudo Numa Noite
Super Bock Arena – Pavilhão Rosa Mota | Price: Google Search
Another chance to see Trovante perform their acclaimed "Viver Tudo Numa Noite" concert.
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Sunday, March 29

Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: Google Search
Enjoy the candlelit renditions of hits from Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.
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Candlelight: O Melhor de Bridgerton
Hilton Porto Gaia | Price: Google Search
A delightful candlelit concert featuring music from the popular Bridgerton series.
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Harry Potter e a Pedra Filosofal em Concerto
Super Bock Arena / Pavilhao Rosa Mota | Price: Google Search
Experience the first Harry Potter film with a live orchestra performing John Williams' iconic score.
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DILSINHO - PORTUGAL 2026
Coliseu Porto Ageas | Price: Google Search
Brazilian pagode artist Dilsinho brings his live music to Porto.
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Beyond This Week (Early Bird)

The Wall – In Concert
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | Super Bock Arena | Price: Google Search
A spectacular concert presentation of Pink Floyd's iconic album, "The Wall."
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50 Years Of 'The Dark Side of The Moon'
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | Super Bock Arena | Price: Google Search
Celebrate five decades of Pink Floyd's masterpiece, "The Dark Side of The Moon," in a special concert.
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Art & Exhibitions

This Week's Highlights

Gallery Talks: Constança Entrudo
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7:00 PM | Galeria Municipal do Porto | Price: Free (typically)
Engage in an insightful discussion with artist Constança Entrudo.
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"Art Is Me" interactive art discovery club with Zsofia Tettamanti
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | MACS — Multidisciplinary Art and Craft Space | Price: Google Search
An interactive session for art discovery designed to engage and inspire.
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Open Studio & Installation: "ART WORK" by Marlene Heidinger
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | INSTITUTO | Price: Free (typically)
Explore Marlene Heidinger's installation on art, labour, and representation.
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LAST DAY: Workshops on Banda Desenhada, Água e cor, Acrílico Livre
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | doBarro | Price: Google Search
Last chance to participate in comics, watercolor, and free acrylic workshops.
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LAST DAY: "LitoQuintas" lithography course
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | Oficina Mescla | Price: Google Search
Conclude your lithography course at Oficina Mescla.
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Azulejos Tile Painting Workshop
Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28, 2026 | Venue: Google Search | Price: Google Search
A hands-on workshop to learn the traditional Portuguese art of Azulejos.
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LAST DAY: "Zine" workshop focused on unfolding stories
Friday, March 27, 2026 | doBarro | Price: Google Search
Finish up your zine creation, exploring storytelling through self-publishing.
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"Natureza-Morta na coleção do MNSR" (Still Life in the MNSR collection)
Friday, March 27, 2026 | Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis | Price: Google Search
Discover still-life artworks from the national museum's collection.
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Guided exhibition tour: "Sea Skin" with artist Eunice Pais
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 3:00 PM | Galeria Municipal do Porto (Lower Floor) | Price: Free (typically)
A guided tour of Eunice Pais's exhibition exploring species and territories.
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Guided exhibition tour: "Collapse" with artist Silvestre Pestana
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 4:00 PM | Galeria Municipal do Porto (First Floor) | Price: Free (typically)
Join a tour of Silvestre Pestana's installation focusing on technological waste.
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Ongoing Exhibitions

"Colapso" by Silvestre Pestana
Ongoing (Opened March 14, 2026) | Galeria Municipal do Porto (First Floor) | Price: Free (typically)
A significant installation exploring the social impact of technological waste.
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"Comissões #1"
Ongoing (Opened March 14, 2026) | Galeria Municipal do Porto (Ground Floor) | Price: Free (typically)
Featuring new works by Mauro Cerqueira, Joana Escoval, Sara Graça, Catarina Miranda, and Mariya Nesvyetaylo.
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"Pele do Mar" (Skin of the Sea) by Eunice Pais
Ongoing (Opened March 14, 2026) | Galeria Municipal do Porto (Lower Floor) | Price: Free (typically)
An exhibition dedicated to the coexistence of various species and territories.
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"ANIMAR 21, exposição coletiva"
Until June 13, 2026 | Solar – Galeria de Arte Cinemática | Price: Google Search
A collective exhibition showcasing cinematic art.
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Food Markets & Wine

Explore Porto's vibrant culinary scene at these diverse markets, offering everything from fresh produce to gourmet delights.

Saturday, March 28

Feira da Productores Bio
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Parque da Cidade | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
An organic farmer's market offering fresh, local produce directly from small producers.
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Mercado do Bolhão
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Mercado do Bolhão | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
The historic, recently renovated market offering fresh fish, vegetables, fruits, cheese, and more.
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Time Out Market Porto
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (midnight) | São Bento train station | Price: Free entry (food for purchase)
A contemporary food hall featuring dishes from top Porto restaurants.
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Mercado Bom Sucesso
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM (midnight) | Near Casa da Música | Price: Free entry (food for purchase)
A vibrant food court with traditional Portuguese and international options, pastries, and a wine shop.
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Mercado da Foz do Douro
Until midnight | Foz do Douro | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
An iconic market known for fresh seafood, florists, crafts, and dining areas.
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Mercado Porto Belo
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Praça de Carlos Alberto | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
Inspired by London's markets, offering clothing, vinyl records, vintage accessories, and handmade goods.
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Mercado da Alegria
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Foz | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
This market features Portuguese sausages, cheese, second-hand clothing, spices, and handicrafts.
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Mercado de Matosinhos
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM | Matosinhos | Price: Free entry (products for purchase)
A large market just outside Porto, great for fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, and live poultry.
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Sunday, March 29

Time Out Market Porto
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM | São Bento train station | Price: Free entry (food for purchase)
Continue to enjoy culinary delights from Porto's top chefs.
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Mercado Bom Sucesso
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM | Near Casa da Música | Price: Free entry (food for purchase)
Still open for all your food court and gourmet needs.
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Birds Market
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Venue: Google Search | Price: Free entry (birds for purchase)
A unique open-air market dedicated to a variety of birds.
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Family Fun

Specific Events This Week

Oficinas da Páscoa - Casa da Arquitetura (Easter Workshops)
Starts Monday, March 30, 2026 | Casa da Arquitetura, Bom Jesus | Price: Google Search
Get creative with Easter-themed workshops, perfect for family enjoyment.
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Ongoing Family Attractions (Always Available!)

• World of Discoveries: An interactive museum about Portuguese maritime history. More info →
• SEA LIFE Porto: Explore a fascinating underwater world. More info →
• FC Porto Museum & Stadium (Estádio do Dragão): Discover the history of Porto's famous football club. More info →
• Douro River Boat Tours: Relaxing "Pirate Boats" or traditional Rabelo boat tours to see the city from the water. More info →
• Livraria Lello & Irmão: Visit one of the world's most beautiful bookstores. More info →
• Clérigos Church and Tower: Climb for panoramic views and see the "Spiritus Multimedia Show." More info →
• WOW Porto (World of Wine): Explore various museums, including The Chocolate Story Museum. More info →
• Crystal Palace Gardens & Porto City Park: Free outdoor spaces for leisure, biking, and playgrounds. More info →
• Historic Tram (Line 1): A scenic ride along the river. More info →
• Biodiversity Gallery – Ciência Viva: A fascinating mix of art and science in the Botanical Garden. More info →
• Natural History & Science Museum – University of Porto: Discover minerals, fossils, and animal specimens. More info →
• 3D Fun Art Museum Porto: Interactive and immersive art experiences for all ages. More info →

Nightlife

Porto comes alive at night! From lively clubs to cozy Fado houses, there's something for everyone. Explore popular areas like Galerias de Paris, Baixa, Ribeira, and Cedofeita.

Featured Events This Week

Thursday, March 26

• "Birds Are Indie" at Maus Hábitos
• Fado Experience at Fado na Baixa
• "R4w W/ Mannara Invites Flavia" at Era Uma Vez no Porto (Techno/House)
• Oscar Mulero, André Cascais at Gare Porto (Electronic)
• Bilrus at Maus Hábitos (Indie)

Friday, March 27

• "The Emo Festival" at Hard Club
• DJ BORING at Plano B
• Oscar Mulero at Gare Porto (Minimal/Dub/Techno)
• Maria Pistolas at Maria Pistolas (Reggaeton/R&B/House)
• "Juicy: Maminas Assassonas" (Live Band) at Pérola Negra
• Trovante: Viver Tudo Numa Noite at Super Bock Arena
• Candlelight: Timeless composers at Pestana Palácio do Freixo

Saturday, March 28

• "Porto Comedy Show" at Teatro Sá da Bandeira
• "Club Kitten W/ Erol Alkan" at Pérola Negra Club (Electro/Disco/Techno)
• "Back To 80s" Tribute at Azulejo Bar (Pop Rock)
• Basilar With Cancela & Aleeki, Tauer & Enko at Gare Porto (Detroit/Acid/Hypnotic Techno)
• Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons at Hilton Porto Gaia
• Candlelight: The best of ABBA at Hilton Porto Gaia
• Trovante: Viver Tudo Numa Noite at Super Bock Arena

Sunday, March 29

• DILSINHO - PORTUGAL 2026 at Coliseu Porto Ageas (Pagode/Live Music)
• Harry Potter e a Pedra Filosofal em Concerto at Super Bock Arena
• Candlelight: O Melhor de Bridgerton at Hilton Porto Gaia

Key Nightlife Venues: Plano B, MoreClub (Galerias de Paris), Maus Hábitos, Gare Porto, Pérola Negra, The Royal Cocktail Club, Hot Five Jazz & Blues Club.

Tip of the Week

Late Night Transport: If you're out enjoying Porto's nightlife past 1 AM, remember that the metro services are unavailable until 6 AM. Plan ahead by using reliable ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt for a safe and convenient trip home.