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Record number of 35,000 visitors attended Carvoeiro’s Black & White Night

The event exceeded all expectations this year

– June 26, 2023 | Photos by Michel Januário

This year’s edition of the Black & White Night was “the best ever”, and “without a doubt, a huge success, thanks to everyone” according to the organisers.

With a well-established place in the Algarve’s summer season programme, the Carvoeiro Black & White Night, organised by Lagoa Council and IBéRICA Eventos & Espectáculos, brought visitors from Portugal and abroad, with most of them honouring the party’s theme by dressing in black and white clothing.

According to Lagoa’s council, “restaurants and hotels registered a record number of bookings, some of which were made one year in advance, in order to attend one of the biggest events the country has to offer”.

With several stages set up along the town’s main streets (Rua dos Pescadores, Rua do Barranco, Estrada do Farol), as well as along the main beach square, Carvoeiro was packed with people.

Lagoa Council praised the “lowest number of incidents” registered and the significant role played by security forces (GNR and private security) despite the record attendance.

The 10th anniversary of Black & White Night promises even more fun next year.

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June 26, 2023
Highly anticipated ‘Black & White Night’ returns this weekend to Carvoeiro

As summer officially begins in the Algarve, it’s almost time for the party that marks the occasion in Carvoeiro

– June 14, 2023

The Black and White Night in Carvoeiro is set to take place this Saturday (June 17), and will attract thousands of party-goers.

As always, Carvoeiro streets will be packed with people coming to enjoy live performances, entertainment, and DJ sets.

A unique feature of the event is that visitors are encouraged to dress in black and white, in keeping with Carvoeiro’s decorated streets.

Carvoeiro’s main streets will have several stages set up, namely Rua dos Pescadores, Rua do Barranco and Estrada do Farol, as well as at the main beach square, allowing visitors to see different performances.

This year’s musical programme features Bossa Nova singer Lídia Brandão, who will perform on stage 1 (Rua dos Pescadores) between 8.40pm and 9.20pm and 10.10pm and 10.50pm; chillout music act 2Sounds Project, which is set to take to stage 2 (Rua do Barranco) between 8.50pm and 9.30pm and 10.30pm and 11.10pm; Fado singer Tatiana Pinto, with two performances on stage 2 taking place from 9.40pm to 10.20pm and 11.20pm to midnight; and Ricardo Sousa Band, who will bring their covers of classic hits to stage 5 (Estrada do Farol) between 10.10pm and 11.30pm.

As for DJ performances, DJ Bruno Zarra will be leading the Sunset Experience at the local beach from 9pm to 11.50pm, while the duo of DJ Mark Guedes and saxophonist Mário Dias will be performing some of the best dance hits from the 1970s and 80s on stage 4 from 10.30pm to 2.30am.

Back at Carvoeiro beach, DJ Deelight will keep the party going alongside singer Nicole Silver from midnight to 1.30am, when DJ Overule and MC Landu Bi will take over and keep the party going until 3am.

The entertainment programme also features a Silent Party on stage 6, near the local church, from 9.30pm to 1.30am, and the screening of a “Black and White Movie – City Lights” at 10pm on stage 3.

There will also be a Kids Corner on Rua dos Pescadores which will be open from 9pm to midnight.

More than 30,000 people attended the last edition, which was a major success. The first edition of the Carvoeiro Black & White party was in 2014 with the goal of supporting the local economy and bringing a new attraction to the picturesque seaside town.

There will also be a free bus linking Carvoeiro to parking areas near Fatacil, Apolónia, Aldi, Intermarché and Gramital (car park near Aldi) between 6pm and 4am.

This article was originally written by Alexandra Stilwell for the Portugal Resident.

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June 14, 2023
Lagoa Wine Show returns with an exciting lineup of concerts, wine tastings, entertainment and delicious local food
Celebrating the beginning of the summer season, Lagoa will bring together Fado music with delicious food and wine

– June 1, 2023

The Lagoa Wine Show is back from June 7 to 10 with live music performances, entertainment, wine tastings and great local gastronomy with show-cooking demonstrations during which renowned Portuguese chefs will prepare tasty dishes using local ingredients.

As the Algarve gradually gains notoriety as a wine-producing region, the event offers an excellent opportunity to celebrate the region’s distinctions in national and international wine competitions.

The event will take place in the heart of Lagoa, at the Rua Coronel Figueiredo, turning the town once again into the wine capital of the Algarve region.

The Lagoa Wine Show will feature local musicians as well as some of the biggest names in Portuguese contemporary music:
- June 7 | Ricardo Ribeiro, Silvana Peres, Sara Gonçalves and Fado Vadio
- June 8 | Pedro Moutinho, Míriam Cantero, Luís Manhita and Fado Vadio
- June 9 | Gisela João, Luana Velasquez, Rui Tanoeiro and Faro Vadio
- June 10 | Lura, Filipa Vieira, Inês Gonçalves and Fado Vadio
The event will start at 7pm and end at 12am, and entrance is free. For more updated information, follow the Lagoa Municipality Facebook page.

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June 1, 2023
Monchique’s Food Festival “Vamos à Vila” starts this May 27

Handicrafts, local foods, demonstrations, workshops, and musical performances to celebrate the local traditions

– May 26, 2023

Located on the Algarve hills, the idyllic town of Monchique is hosting the second edition of the local food festival “Vamos à Vila” this Saturday, May 27, from 11am to 11pm, and Sunday, May 28, from 11am to 9.30pm.

“Vamos à Vila” will feature handicrafts, local foods, demonstrations, workshops, and musical performances. According to the Municipality of Monchique, the festival was created as “a celebration of local traditions”.

The town will be divided into seven “villages” during the weekend festivities: Chorões, Largo, Crianças, Misericórdia, Igreja, Marcado and Gallery.

Numerous activities will be held in each of the “villages”, located in the main neighbourhoods of the old town of Monchique, including exhibitions, traditional games, knitting and crochet workshops, live performances, and music for everyone to enjoy.

Over 100 exhibitors coming from the Algarve and Alentejo regions will have their local produce featured in the various restaurants and taverns across town.

Visitors will be able to purchase local sausages, peanuts from Aljezur, and Alentejo cheeses, as well Medronho firewater and the rich cuisine of Monchique, among many other products and souvenirs.

There will be live entertainment on the streets of Monchique during the weekend event, and one of the highlights of the programme will be a performance by Portuguese Fado singer Camané on Sunday, May 28, at 6pm on the Largo da Igreja.

Admission is free, and there will be a free parking area available at the town’s entrance. From here, a complimentary little train will transport visitors into town.

The event’s full programme can be viewed here.

Follow Vamos à Vila on Facebook for the latest updates.

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May 26, 2023
Over 300 Boxers to Compete at the Portimão Box Cup this May 26

Third edition of the Portimão Box Cup brings boxers from 10 European countries to the Algarve

– May 22, 2023

The Portimão Box Cup will take place between Friday, May 26 and Sunday, May 28. Two rings will be set up at the Portimão Arena, which is expected to host over 200 fights over the three days.

A total of 66 teams are expected to participate in the Portimão Box Cup, including the following countries: Portugal, Spain, England, Norway, Ireland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, France, Wales and Croatia.

The competition will begin on Friday, May 26 at 11am, followed by a break at 2pm and the opening ceremony at 6pm.

On Saturday and Sunday, matches will begin at 2pm, with breaks scheduled at 4pm and 6pm.

The award ceremony will take place on Sunday, May 28, at 8.30 pm.

Tickets cost €5 for one day, and €10 for the three-day pass, and can be purchased online or at Portimão Arena, Tempo Theatre or Portimão museum.

Admission is free for children up to the age of 11 as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

Half of all proceeds will go to A Catraia, a temporary shelter for minors, and Casa Nossa Senhora da Conceição, a shelter for children and youngsters in need.

The event is organised by Associação Escola Boxe Portimão, which aims to promote boxing and provide athletes with a high-level competition which allows them to “learn and evolve.”

Follow Portimão Box Cup on Facebook for the latest news.

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May 22, 2023
Restore your Mind and Body with Vila Vita Spa’s Summer Wellness Programme featuring Yoga, Ayurveda, and Advanced Physiotherapy

The five-star resort is hosting a series of activities with renowned wellness specialists

– May 11, 2023

Starting this May, Vila Vita Spa, in Porches, will welcome renowned international and national guests such as Achyuta Veda, Marta Gomes, and Shri Parveen Nair, to help participants improve their overall health by optimising their mind and body.

Renowned therapist Achyuta Veda will offer Ayurvedic therapy consultations, Ayurvedic massage, Marma Therapy, Pranic Healing, and Abhyanga from May 15th to June 30th, aimed at rejuvenating the body and soothing the mind. Ayurvedic Therapy is an ancient Indian medicinal technique that treats individuals based on their unique needs, with a focus on balancing the body, mind, and spirit.

Starting from May 15th to June 30th, a Chakra Healing Workshop will be held every week. Chakra healing is an ancient technique that dates back over 5,000 years and is an integral part of the Vedánta philosophy and Ayurveda. The workshops led by therapist Achyuta Veda will offer participants a structured programme with ancestral teachings aimed at unblocking stagnated energy in energy centres known as chakras, leading to their healing and alignment.

From May 30th to June 1st, Praveen Nair will host Private Yoga Classes. The yoga classes are based on the “Iyengar Yoga” methodology, a progressive approach to developing body awareness. The classes also focus on revitalising the overall health of the hips and shoulders.

Then from June 2nd to 4th, world-renowned yoga teacher Shri Parveen Nair and Ayurvedic expert Achyuta Veda will host Yoga & Ayurveda Workshops, featuring holistic therapies, breath and healing classes, yoga practices and satsang conferences. This two-and-a-half-day “Yoga Movement” workshop aims to equip visitors with tools to redefine their priorities and routines for better health and wellness through a more balanced mind-body connection.

Later, between July 3rd and August 30th, therapist Marta Gomes will host the Women’s Health Workshop with a programme covering health and fitness topics, including breathing techniques, nutrition, lifestyle tips and pelvic awakening movements. The idea is to pass on simple tools to each participant that can be applied daily for a greater connection between the inner self and the body.

A specialist in traditional Chinese medicine and motor control through the Pilates Method, Marta Gomes will also offer Advanced Physiotherapy treatments, which combines manual massage, breathing, visceral manipulation, body postural corrections and motor control techniques that promote the body’s lightness and general well-being.

Overall, the Women’s Health Journey, taking place between July 3rd and August 30th aims is to refresh each woman’s relationship with her own body and herself.

Visit Vila Vita‘s website for more news.

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May 11, 2023