The Original White Festival – Festa Branca 2026 returns to Quinta Calaça, at Clube Naval do Funchal, on the 12th of September, following the success of last year’s sold-out event. Beginning at 18:00, the celebration promises an atmospheric evening of music, food and entertainment beside the Atlantic. The event is…
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Chinese company Nanchang Fireworks Industries Co., Ltd. has won the Atlantic Trophy, awarded by the jury at the 2026 Madeira International Fireworks Display Competition (CIFAM), while Ukrainian company Dance of Fire claimed the public’s ‘Madeira Tão Tua Trophy.’ The competition forms part of the Atlantic Festival, organised by the Regional…
Next year’s Carnival will have two allegorical parades, one on Saturday night, as it happens now, and one on Sunday. There will be a draw to decide which groups participate in the first and second parade. The Trapalhão parade will continue on Carnival Tuesday, with greater incentives to participate, possibly…
Between the 16th and 18th of April, the city of Funchal will host its 4th urban festival, ‘VivaCidade.’ A cultural initiative that boosts Funchal’s profile through a diverse artistic programme. The project, the result of a municipal investment of around 30 thousand euros, aims to transform emblematic public spaces in…
The Trapalhão Parade took to the streets today with approximately 300 people taking part. A lower figure than in previous years. Before the start of the parade, the President of the Regional Government, Miguel Albuquerque, admitted that the Executive will have to consult with the municipalities on the scheduling of…
The Madeira Theme Park is hosting its traditional Carnival programme, highlighting Madeiran traditions while creating moments of conviviality and entertainment for families, schools, and visitors. Between traditional thematic exhibitions, a children’s parade, and gastronomic delights, the initiative reinforces the infrastructure as a space for living culture. The programme starts today,…
The ever-popular Market Night in Funchal, held on December 23rd, will feature enhanced security this year. Around 153 police officers will be on duty, including those stationed inside the Farmers’ Market, along with several mobile ambulance points set up throughout the event area. There will also be 140 urban cleaning…
Between the 5th of December and the 11th of January, Circo Mundial will bring joy to Madeirans with their Christmas season’s entertainment, including ‘The Magic of Christmas.’ The circus will be set up at Pier 8 in Funchal, a perfect spot for family fun, as Luna Park will also be…