26 Volts Performing Arts Festival

The 26 Volts Performing Arts Festival returns for its seventh international edition on September 8th, 2026. This annual festival showcases contemporary performance art, bringing a diverse program of experimental works from various global artists to Porto. The event aims to foster cultural exchange and present innovative artistic expressions within a unique urban context.

Attendees can expect a series of live performances set against the industrial backdrop of CRL - Central Elétrica, the former Freixo power plant. The festival offers an opportunity to engage with avant-garde theatre, dance, and interdisciplinary art forms in a non-traditional setting. The atmosphere is typically exploratory and reflective, appealing to audiences interested in contemporary art and performance.

Entry to the 26 Volts Performing Arts Festival is free. The CRL - Central Elétrica is located in the eastern part of Porto, accessible by bus lines serving the Freixo area. Specific bus routes and stops will be detailed closer to the event date.