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Medieval journey to Santa Maria da Feira /
Every year in the month of August, Santa Maria da Feira once again becomes a medieval town, filled with knights in heavy armour, wielding long swords and taking part in jousting tournaments.
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3rd Coimbra Arts Festival /
From 14 to 31 July, make sure you come to Coimbra and enjoy events centred upon music, painting, theatre, literature, cinema, photography and much more besides!
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CCB gone wild /
The Summer of 2011 will be filled with surprises at the Centro Cultural de Belém!
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World Music Festival 2011 /
In July 2010, some of the best music in the world will once again be performed at the largest Portuguese event of this nature at the Sines World Music Festival.
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Medieval Festivities /
A journey through time in Castro Marim and Silves.
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Maré de Agosto Festival /
This year, the Azores will host the 27th edition of the August Tides festival.
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Atlantic Roots Festival /
From 21 to 23 July.
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World Paragliding Circuit /
Visit the historic village of Linhares da Beira in August and observe the Handgliding Open - the oldest competition dedicated to this sporting modality in Portugal.
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Azores: Whalewatching /
Visit the Azores and experience adventure in an aquatic setting, including an encounter with the largest animals on earth.
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Alentejo: active tourism /
In the Alentejo, enjoy all the splendour that nature has to offer you, whether you are cycling, riding a horse or paddling a canoe.
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July 2011 /

In Portugal, we enjoy celebrating, at any time of year, making the most of long nights, open air and the company of friends. As the warmer weather arrives, there’s more time to live, street art and a non-stop sequence of fairs and festivals hosted in cities or towns that adorn themselves for a wide array of festivities. Here, there are entertainment activities suitable for all tastes.

Fortunately, you don’t have to be an early riser to enjoy the Portuguese weather, because in Portugal the sun shines until late in the evening, especially in summer.

In fact, it’s this preference for the outdoor life that makes us so fond of sporting activities. From sailing to kite-surfing, from horse-riding to golf, there is so much for the active visitor to enjoy.

In Portugal, we love to live, play and party in the outdoors. Why not come and join the fun? Here, you’re always welcome!
Sudoeste TMN Festival /
In August go to the southwest of Alentejo and feel the good vibrations of Scissor Sisters, Snoop Dog, Swedish House Mafia, Underworld, David Guetta and Kanye West music!
Allgarve'11 /
Ready for some more lifetime experiences?
Festival of the Oceans /
Visit Lisbon in August and celebrate the oceans - by diving into a sea of entertainment activities.
Paredes de Coura Festival /
In August, the 19th Paredes de Coura Festival features Crystal Castles, Pulp, Deer Hunter, Two Door Cinema Club and many more… Don’t miss!
SATA Rallye Azores /
In July, the Azores SATA Rally will be hosted along some of the most beautiful roads in the island of São Miguel.
Rally Vinho da Madeira /
The European Rally Championship is hosted in the spectacular landscapes of the island of Madeira in early August.