Lisbon Awaits - Week of August 19, 2024

Lisbon Opera Fest: Soaring voices fill historic venues this month as the city celebrates its annual operatic showcase.

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⭐️ Main Events

📅 From 22 Aug to 11 Sep 2024

📍Gulbenkian Museum | Palácio do Marquês de Pombal

💶 From 30€

The 5th edition of Operafest Lisboa, themed "Basic Instinct," kicks off with two of the most beloved Italian verismo operas: "Cavalleria Rusticana" and "Pagliacci." These performances will take place in the stunning Gardens of Palácio Marquês de Pombal in Oeiras!

Operafest 2024 Lisboa & Oeiras, led by soprano Catarina Molder and produced by Ópera do Castelo, returns with an innovative blend of tradition and avant-garde. This year's festival expands to new, exciting venues, promising captivating opera for all and doubling its audience!

For the first time, Operafest Lisboa 2024 extends its reach to Oeiras!

The 5th edition centered around the theme "Basic Instinct," launches in the magnificent Gardens of Palácio Marquês de Pombal in Oeiras. This dreamlike setting, just outside Lisbon, will host two masterpieces of Italian verismo: Mascagni's "Cavalleria Rusticana" and Leoncavallo's "Pagliacci."

Following these performances, younger audiences can enjoy Isabelle Aboulker's operatic tale "Little Thumb."

The festival then moves to its new Lisbon epicenter, the open-air Amphitheatre of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, for a production of Mozart's "Don Giovanni."

In celebration of the 500th anniversary of Luís Vaz de Camões, one of the greatest poets of all time and father of the Portuguese language, the Lisbon Triennale will host the world premiere of "Torment," a cantata performance based on Canto V of the epic poem "The Lusiads."

But there's even more in store: Cine-Opera, conferences, debates, workshops, and a unique operatic rave at Titanic sur Mer.

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of opera in Lisboa and Oeiras!

🎥 Cinema and Film

📅 From now to 14 Oct 2024

📍Doca da Marinha | Terreiro do Paço

💶 From €13.90

The open-air cinema will be at Doca da Marinha.

Beside the Tejo river, the nights are meant to be enjoyed while watching or re-watching movies like Notting Hill, Romeo and Juliet, Mamma Mia, Bohemian Rhapsody, or (500) Days of Summer, not to mention Top Gun: Maverick and Footloose.

The menu also includes more recent films that have left their mark on cinema such as The Wolf of Wall Street, La La Land, A Star Is Born, and Barbie.

📅 From 2 Aug to 31 Aug 2024 (9PM)

📍Cineteatro Capitólio - Teatro Raúl Solnado

💶 Free

The terrace of Capitólio becomes a cinema room with the Cinema no Verão (Cinema in Summer) program, an event of the Santo António Parish.

The program is varied with films for the whole family. Those in the capital during the usual month of vacation can always relax in an open-air cinema session, in this symbolic and historic space in Lisboa.

📍Local Events

📅 From 26 June to 25 Aug 2024

📍Jardim do Estoril | Avenida Amaral | 2765-192 Estoril

💶 Free

According to tradition, Estoril hosts the oldest crafts fair in Portugal, the Estoril Crafts Fair (FIARTIL).

To learn some tips, you can participate in several live demonstrations, led by the most experienced craftsmen.

Besides the exhibitions, regional cuisine, music, and entertainment are hallmarks of this event, which over the years has hosted well-known names from the Portuguese music scene.

🎭 Theater, Opera and Dance

📅 From 26 Jul to 28 Sep 2024

📍Spaço Laboratório, Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 336A

💶 From €45

Airotic Soirée: A burlesque circus cabaret

This immersive circus-style burlesque show can be experienced for a limited time only in Lisboa.

After shows in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami, the AirOtic group presents Airotic Soirée: A burlesque circus cabaret.

With extravagant costumes, seductive choreography, and jaw-dropping acrobatic performances, every moment is brimming with sensuality, magic, and glamour.

Cocktails are served before and after the show, and there's also a chance to meet the cast afterward.

📅 From 1 July to 31 Aug 2024

📍Restaurante Estação Menina Bonita | Av. Infante D. Henrique 306, Armazém 5, Piso 2 | 1950-421 | Lisboa

💶 €49.90

From The Oceans To The Stars is a gastronomic show that revisits and celebrates Portuguese history based on Portuguese cuisine and recipes, from the country’s origins to its maritime conquests that changed the course of world history.

The event takes place in a technologically advanced environment and includes a complete culinary experience, with staff in period costumes, featuring traditional dishes and fado performances at intervals.

From Wednesday to Sunday • 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • Thursdays • 8:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. • Restaurante Estação Menina Bonita (train) Sintra and Azambuja line, Braço de Prata station • (bus) 31B, 718, 781 • admission: 49.90€, general • estacaomeninabonita.com 

🎉 Festivals

📅 From 20 Aug to 25 Aug 2024

📍Various locations throughout Lisbon

💶 FREE

This August, magic takes over the streets of Lisbon.

Under the artistic direction of Luis de Matos, the 12th edition of this enchanting festival celebrates the universal and timeless language of magic. Whether you're strolling through the Portuguese capital in the morning, afternoon, or evening, you might stumble upon a mesmerizing magic show around any corner.

This year's festival brings together 15 talented artists from around the globe, including Portugal, Argentina, Brazil, Spain, England, Japan, Italy, and Singapore. These performers will present a variety of shows that fully interact with and transform public spaces, turning the city itself into a stage for wonder and illusion.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the magic of Lisbon like never before!

📅 From 23 Aug to 25 Aug 2024

📍Largo José Afonso | Largo José Afonso | 2900-412 | Setúbal

💶 FREE

The Setúbal Oyster is the queen of this gastronomic festival.

Whether au naturel, baked, or with a topping, oysters are presented in different ways by local producers, who reveal both the characteristics of this mollusk and the flavor it gains from its habitat in the Sado estuary.

Among various local products of marine origin, visitors can try fresh seafood flavors, in particular the Setúbal oyster, a product with international appeal.

🎶 Music and Concerts

📅 From now through September 2024

📍Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar | Rua do Vale, 7

💶 €25 - Saturday | €20 - Tuesday and Thursday

From March 19, intimate concerts are returning to the garden of Casa-Museu Amália Rodrigues. With a cast currently composed of fado singers, Célia Leiria and Ana Paulo, Pedro Amendoeira on Portuguese guitar, and Pedro Soares on fado guitar, the sessions take place in the garden of nº 193 Rua de S. Bento and honor the richness of the repertoire that Amália Rodrigues immortalized – from fado to popular marches, without leaving aside traditional songs.

The concerts take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and can be preceded by a guided tour of the house where Amália Rodrigues lived for 44 years, with prior reservation required, as the experience is not included in the price of the concert ticket.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
August: 6 PM

🏛️ Exhibitions

Júlio Pomar, maio 68 (CRS-SS) 1968 Coleção Jorge Brito

📅 From 11 July to 24 Nov, 2024

📍Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar | Rua do Vale, 7

💶 €2

The 1960s and 1970s were times of significant change in the work and life of Júlio Pomar. He moved from Lisbon to Paris and, following his renowned Tauromaquias series, he explored new themes in his paintings. In these works, he examined the formal representation of movement, speed, and tension. During this period, he held a series of successful exhibitions in both cities and participated in prominent international exhibitions, including at the Louvre Museum in 1971.

Júlio Pomar closely followed the rapid evolution of the avant-garde movements of the time. Despite being sensitive to the artistic ruptures of the time, he did not align himself with any specific groups or schools. Instead, he embarked on a personal journey of questioning and experimenting with his art. In 1966, he destroyed dozens of completed and unfinished paintings.

The changes in Pomar’s work paralleled the revolutions of the era, including the May 1968 protests in Paris and the April Revolution in Lisbon. He also engaged with other protest movements and shifts in societal behavior.

This exhibition delves into this period of exploration and reorientation in Pomar’s career, showcasing numerous works that have not been exhibited for a long time.

Tuesday to Sunday - 10 am to 1 pm | 2 pm to 6 pm

📅From now to 26 Aug, 2024

📍MAAT - Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia | Av. Brasília Central Tejo (Belém) 1300-598 Lisboa

💶From €11

For the first time in Portugal, the photographer, who takes the sea as the central theme of his work, is exploring the Tejo Estuary and the Azores in an unprecedented way.

Here, you will be able to see the large mural A Cor da Água - Rio Tejo, made up of 408 photographs of the colors of the water between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Bugio, as well as several photographs recording the underwater hot springs off the island of São Miguel.

🌞 Weather in August: Lisbon's Sunny Peak

Average High: 29°C / 84°F
Average Low: 19°C / 66°F
Average Rainfall: 6 millimeters / 0.24 inches

August in Lisbon marks the peak of summer, with temperatures reaching their annual zenith. The city basks in warm sunshine, with average highs of 29°C (84°F) creating perfect conditions for outdoor activities and beach days. Evenings remain balmy, with lows around 19°C (66°F), ideal for enjoying Lisbon's vibrant nightlife and outdoor dining scenes.

Rainfall is virtually non-existent during this month, with an average of just 6mm, ensuring almost guaranteed sunny days throughout your visit. The clear, blue skies provide a stunning backdrop for exploring Lisbon's colorful streets, historic monuments, and scenic viewpoints.

Light, breathable clothing is essential to stay comfortable in the August heat. Be sure to pack plenty of sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the intense sun. Comfortable walking shoes are crucial for navigating Lisbon's hilly terrain and charming cobblestone streets.

The warm evenings are perfect for enjoying outdoor concerts, rooftop bars, or simply strolling along the Tagus River. With its combination of urban charm and nearby beaches, August in Lisbon offers the quintessential Mediterranean summer experience.

Remember to stay hydrated and seek shade during the hottest parts of the day. Whether you're lounging on the golden sands of Cascais, exploring the narrow alleys of Alfama, or enjoying a refreshing cocktail with a view, August in Lisbon promises sun-soaked days and unforgettable summer nights.

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