The third weekend of August is fast approaching, and with the heat intensifying, finding ideas for what to do during this period can seem like a challenge. However, whether it's outdoor activities, festivals, or sunsets, for the young or to enjoy with friends, there are still plenty of options in these two cities.
Long summer days invite moments of rest and fun. Whether you're returning from a fortnight of vacation or just starting to pack or unpack, it's important to remember that good times end quickly, and the weekend is one of those moments you can't miss.
Check out these six suggestions for what to do in Lisbon and Porto to enjoy another hot August weekend that's coming up.
Visit Festina Lente at Quinta da Regaleira
Until August 30th, on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays starting at 9:30 PM, Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra presents Festina Lente, a show you can't miss.
Festina Lente is an immersive video mapping show, focusing on the path of self-knowledge, evoking stages of literary epics.
The show is recommended for ages 6 and up, and it's advised to bring a jacket and comfortable shoes.
Tickets cost €10 for those up to 17 years old, €15 for those 18 and older, with a 10% discount for Sintra residents upon presentation of proof of address.
You can buy tickets through Regaleira by Blueticket.
Watch an Outdoor Movie with Cine Society
Watching a movie doesn't always have to be the same, and Cine Society proves this with various outdoor movie sessions in spaces across the Portuguese capital.
On August 17th, the iconic film "Saturday Night Fever" will be shown at Carmo Rooftop, with the center of Lisbon as the backdrop. Doors open at 8 PM, but the movie only starts at 9 PM.
The ticket costs €14.50 and can be purchased through the Cine Society website.
Attend the Sol da Caparica Festival
The Sol da Caparica festival returns on August 14th, 15th, 16th, and 17th to Costa da Caparica, to celebrate Lusophone music in Portugal, ranging from pop, hip-hop, rock to electronic music, always with the sunset as the backdrop.
This weekend, on Saturday, August 16th, artists like Da Weasel, Lon3r Johny, Soraia Ramos, Rich & Mendes, I love baile funk, among others, will take the stage.
On Sunday, August 17th, the lineup includes names like Wet Bed Gang, Bispo, MC PH, Tabanka DJAZ, Pikika, among others. On this day, from 10 AM to 2 PM, the space turns into a place dedicated to children, with entry allowed for all ages.
Tickets cost between €28 and €153 and can be purchased on the Blueticket website.
Participate in the "Vizinhanças" Event
Until August 31st, every Sunday in Porto, there are outdoor proposals designed for the whole family with the "Vizinhanças" event, in different spaces around the city, with free entry.
This Sunday, August 17th, the event takes place at Alameda Eça de Queirós, in Bonfim, with activities from 10 AM to 7 PM for all ages.
Photo credit: Nuno Miguel Coelho and Ana Caldeira.
Discover the Immersive Exhibition Ah Amália in Porto
This immersive fado experience, at the Immersive Gallery Porto in Alfândega do Porto, invites you to explore fado in a different way and the artist who marked it the most.
From Tuesday to Sunday, embark on a 1h15 sensory journey that combines virtual reality, 360º projections, interactive installations, and a life-size hologram.
Entry is free for children up to 5 years old, and the general ticket costs €12, €10 for ages 6 to 17 and over 65, and the family ticket at €8. On Saturdays and Sundays, the general ticket costs €14, €12 for ages 6 to 17 and over 65, and the family ticket at €10.
You can buy tickets on the Portugal Agenda website.
Visit the Interactive Museum Neonia Porto
Neonia Porto is an interactive museum that promises an immersive experience in the center of Porto for all ages. With 19 themed rooms, this museum combines art, science, and technology, with each room being a tribute to the city's historic sites.
Open from Thursday to Monday, from 10 AM to 9 PM, the space has free entry for children up to 3 years old.
The ticket for ages 3 to 17 costs €18, over 18 costs €24, and the family pack, two adults and two children, costs €75.
Tickets are available on the Neonia website.
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