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From medieval re-enactments, creative workshops and events highlighting the Algarve’s nature and extraordinary culinary scene, visitors can discover traditional and modern festivals and events in this stunning region of Portugal all year round. Attending a traditional festival is a great way for visitors to the Algarve to absorb Portuguese history, culture, and local life, and many are completely free of charge.
Here are the best festivals of 2024 to attend in the region:
Creative Loulé Festival- 2nd – 28th March
Over the course of the month, a series of creative workshops are held in in the city of Loulé, a lively and historic market town. The project aims to contribute to the revitalization and promotion of arts and crafts, and invites visitors to the region to experience a wide array of workshops. These include tile painting experiences, decorative tapestry workshops, and plenty of experiences for kids of all ages.
Prices vary depending on what experience is selected.
https://eventos.visitalgarve.pt/en/15666/loule-criativo
Walking Festival – 26th – 29th April
Held in Ameixial, in the municipality of Loulé, visitors will be able to take part in dozens of walks, which reveal the natural and cultural richness of this territory. There are several walking paths participants can take from very easy routes spanning 1 hour and 30 minutes to more moderate ones lasting 4 hours. Throughout each walk, hikers will be able to see instillations from local artists such as illuminated letters made from iron and reused fishing nets. Throughout the three days there are also a series of events happening throughout Loulé such as yoga workshops, esparto classes (a coarse grass with tough narrow leaves, used to make ropes, wickerwork, and baskets etc.), sports massages, and music and dances.
The event fee is €10 / £8.50. Children (age 12 and under) are free of charge with a paying adult but they need to register.
https://wfameixial.qrer.pt/en/
Sardine Festival – 1st – 6th August
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Sardines are synonymous with the Algarve and the long history and traditions of these salty morsels is celebrated each year with the Sardine Festival Portimão in the historic city. This year, the landmark event will be held along the riverside area of the River Arade. For five nights, the streets will be lined with craft stalls and grilled sardines. There are also concerts and historical reenactments of the unloading of the sardine and a ‘sardinhada’ – a classic charcoal grilled sardine – for all visitors.
Admission to this event is free.
https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/sardine-festival-portim%C3%A3o
Silves Medieval Fair – First 2 weeks in August.
The Silves Medieval Fair promises to take visitors back in time to discover
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