Lisbon Events Calendar

China.
You’ve probably heard of it.
And, if you live in Lisbon, you probably know that the Chinese are slowly taking over this fine land, real estate style. But the Chinese-Portuguese connection actually goes way back.

Here’s what the São Roque Museum, organizers of this cross-cultural and historical art exhibit, explain:
“The reign of King John V (1706-1750) corresponded to the reigns of three Qing Dynasty emperors (Kangxi, Yonzheng and Qianlong) and was one of the most intense and relevant periods of the relationship between Portugal, Europe, and China. This period was equally striking for Macao‘s history and its quality as an international trading port between two empires, the Portuguese and the Chinese. The exhibition One King and Three Emperors – Portugal, China and Macao in the time of D. João V, curated by Jorge Santos Alves, marks the 40th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Portugal and China, the 20th anniversary of the transfer of powers in Macau, and the 450th anniversary of the Macao Holy House of Mercy.”

VISITING HOURS:
Monday: 14h-18h.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10h-12h and 14h-18h.

More info via [email protected].

FREE ENTRY.

Né Barros is a Portuguese abstract painter who has a cool name, likes mother nature, and makes colorful stuff inspired by it. For the next few weeks*, Biblioteca Orlando Ribeiro invites you to check out their books along with a solo show by Né.

*Unless mother nature in the form of COVID-19 says otherwise, of course.

Library hours:
Mon-Sat, 10h-18h.

Show up until April 6.

FREE ENTRY.

“There’s just something visceral about moving a puppet frame by frame. There’s a magical quality about it. Maybe you can get smoother animation with computers, but there’s a dimension and emotional quality to this kind of animation that fits these characters and this story.”
Tim Burton.

You’ve probably heard of Tim. Chances are you even love at least one of his films.
Having started his career at Disney during the last millennium, Tim has dabbled in live-action, stop-motion, and 3D animation, developing an original and memorable style that has yet to be copied successfully.

Through April 19th, the most underrated museum in Lisbon, aka the Museu da Marioneta, is proud to present “Tim Burton – The Animation Puppets,” an exhibition that brings you face to face with the original drawings, puppets, models, drafts, and character studies used in the production of classics like Mars Attaks!, Corpse Bride, Frankenweenie, and more.

Bring the kids, and/or the kid in you.

Museum hours:
Tuesday-Sunday, 10h-18h.

ENTRY: 2€ (free for kids under 5yo).

Here’s the trailer for our personal favorite.

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqtjHWlM4lQ[/embed]

Here’s what Feira do Mocho says about itself:
“Mocho has an incredible vision, and it is with wide-open eyes that we want to boost local businesses and attract new audiences to urban spaces and gardens in the city with the creation of Feira do Mocho;
We want to demonstrate the importance and the need for good creativity, quality, and diversity, with each edition, with what is best done in national and international creative work; give opportunity to new international entrepreneurs who start their lives in the national territory; adopt sustainable practices in favor of the environment, society and well-being.”

And here’s what Mocho says about the apocalypse:
“At a time when we are not authorized to hold events, Mocho prepares an online storefront that will be launched very soon.
“O Ninho do Mocho” is preparing to welcome brands and help in their continued recognition of national creativity and online sales.
Stay tuned and if you want to join, you can send an email to [email protected], to receive data and conditions for joining.
Much strength to all! We are together!”

FREE.

Now in its third year, MIL is a festival that brings together often lesser-known musicians and people in the music industry to Lisbon, with an emphasis on “linking the European, African and South American music markets all together.” The festival takes place at various venues and includes concerts, talks, discussions, and workshops. For a full program, see millisboa.com. 20€ tickets are available here, and later go up to 25€. You can also get “Gold” tickets, which come with some extra perks, like a free bag and more access. Those are 35€, but you can get them for 30€ here.

And major props to the organizers for coming up with such a simple, intuitive, and pleasant way to show us which musicians are playing. We hope this becomes a thing:

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Hugo Cantegrel is an artist who was born in Paris in 1991 and who lives and works in Lisbon. That’s all that Hugo’s website says about him. And this means that Hugo is one of those increasingly rare artists that believe an artist’s work should speak for itself…
Respect.

Foco Gallery, hosts of Hugo’s new show, adds:
“Foco Gallery presents ‘Just Before We Begin,’ a solo show by the artist Hugo Cantregrel.”
Again, respect.

Opening:
Thursday, February 27th, 19h.

Gallery hours:
Tue-Fri: 14h-19h.
Sat: 14h-18h.

FREE ENTRY.

It seems that sexism and segregation are alive and well in the heart of Lisbon. But fear not — if you don’t have a penis, you can celebrate that fact, drink wine (because beer is for boys), and learn to dance, every Thursday night through June 25th.

Here’s what Misturado, organizers of this one, say:
“Series of dance classes dedicated to women articulated around movement and self-kindness. To be empowered, to explore your body and soul. To feel beautiful and attractive or just to release feminine energy inside of us, which is totally OK!

A safe, comfortable place where you can express your feminine energy through movement in a fun, relaxed way.

WHY?
– to dance it and sweet it out
– to explore your body
– to feel your feminine energy
– to meet & connect with new amazing girls in town cuz we know is not always easy to do it
– and simply just to have fun!

Come join us!”

The Program:
– 1h dance class (warm-up and choreography).
– Meet up with the participants with a glass of wine.

Price: 10€.
Monthly: 32€.
(Wine always included).

Contact: [email protected].

*No dance experience required.

**FEMALES ONLY.

China.
You’ve probably heard of it.
And, if you live in Lisbon, you probably know that the Chinese are slowly taking over this fine land, real estate style. But the Chinese-Portuguese connection actually goes way back.

Here’s what the São Roque Museum, organizers of this cross-cultural and historical art exhibit, explain:
“The reign of King John V (1706-1750) corresponded to the reigns of three Qing Dynasty emperors (Kangxi, Yonzheng and Qianlong) and was one of the most intense and relevant periods of the relationship between Portugal, Europe, and China. This period was equally striking for Macao‘s history and its quality as an international trading port between two empires, the Portuguese and the Chinese. The exhibition One King and Three Emperors – Portugal, China and Macao in the time of D. João V, curated by Jorge Santos Alves, marks the 40th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Portugal and China, the 20th anniversary of the transfer of powers in Macau, and the 450th anniversary of the Macao Holy House of Mercy.”

VISITING HOURS:
Monday: 14h-18h.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10h-12h and 14h-18h.

More info via [email protected].

FREE ENTRY.

Né Barros is a Portuguese abstract painter who has a cool name, likes mother nature, and makes colorful stuff inspired by it. For the next few weeks*, Biblioteca Orlando Ribeiro invites you to check out their books along with a solo show by Né.

*Unless mother nature in the form of COVID-19 says otherwise, of course.

Library hours:
Mon-Sat, 10h-18h.

Show up until April 6.

FREE ENTRY.

“There’s just something visceral about moving a puppet frame by frame. There’s a magical quality about it. Maybe you can get smoother animation with computers, but there’s a dimension and emotional quality to this kind of animation that fits these characters and this story.”
Tim Burton.

You’ve probably heard of Tim. Chances are you even love at least one of his films.
Having started his career at Disney during the last millennium, Tim has dabbled in live-action, stop-motion, and 3D animation, developing an original and memorable style that has yet to be copied successfully.

Through April 19th, the most underrated museum in Lisbon, aka the Museu da Marioneta, is proud to present “Tim Burton – The Animation Puppets,” an exhibition that brings you face to face with the original drawings, puppets, models, drafts, and character studies used in the production of classics like Mars Attaks!, Corpse Bride, Frankenweenie, and more.

Bring the kids, and/or the kid in you.

Museum hours:
Tuesday-Sunday, 10h-18h.

ENTRY: 2€ (free for kids under 5yo).

Here’s the trailer for our personal favorite.

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqtjHWlM4lQ[/embed]

Here’s what Feira do Mocho says about itself:
“Mocho has an incredible vision, and it is with wide-open eyes that we want to boost local businesses and attract new audiences to urban spaces and gardens in the city with the creation of Feira do Mocho;
We want to demonstrate the importance and the need for good creativity, quality, and diversity, with each edition, with what is best done in national and international creative work; give opportunity to new international entrepreneurs who start their lives in the national territory; adopt sustainable practices in favor of the environment, society and well-being.”

And here’s what Mocho says about the apocalypse:
“At a time when we are not authorized to hold events, Mocho prepares an online storefront that will be launched very soon.
“O Ninho do Mocho” is preparing to welcome brands and help in their continued recognition of national creativity and online sales.
Stay tuned and if you want to join, you can send an email to [email protected], to receive data and conditions for joining.
Much strength to all! We are together!”

FREE.

Now in its third year, MIL is a festival that brings together often lesser-known musicians and people in the music industry to Lisbon, with an emphasis on “linking the European, African and South American music markets all together.” The festival takes place at various venues and includes concerts, talks, discussions, and workshops. For a full program, see millisboa.com. 20€ tickets are available here, and later go up to 25€. You can also get “Gold” tickets, which come with some extra perks, like a free bag and more access. Those are 35€, but you can get them for 30€ here.

And major props to the organizers for coming up with such a simple, intuitive, and pleasant way to show us which musicians are playing. We hope this becomes a thing:

[new_royalslider id="8"]

Hugo Cantegrel is an artist who was born in Paris in 1991 and who lives and works in Lisbon. That’s all that Hugo’s website says about him. And this means that Hugo is one of those increasingly rare artists that believe an artist’s work should speak for itself…
Respect.

Foco Gallery, hosts of Hugo’s new show, adds:
“Foco Gallery presents ‘Just Before We Begin,’ a solo show by the artist Hugo Cantregrel.”
Again, respect.

Opening:
Thursday, February 27th, 19h.

Gallery hours:
Tue-Fri: 14h-19h.
Sat: 14h-18h.

FREE ENTRY.

UPDATE: Due to COVID-19, the best market in Lisbon is on hold indefinitely.

The biggest and still the best outdoor market in Lisbon, every Tuesday morning and Saturday pretty much all day. “Ladra” means “thief” – while you can get some nice artisanal jewelry, 17th-century tiles, copper pots, and vintage LPs, this is also THE market to replace your missing phone charger or stolen backpack, pick up some off-the-truck books, and haggle over Soviet gas masks. Best place for gramophones in Europe bar none.

Morning time is when things are particularly sketchy, if you like that sort of thing. By 9, it’s mostly very nice shoppers, very civilized and such. Bonus: excellent street musicians forming impromptu gypsy orchestras with some real class and skill.

Take 712, 734 and 28 Electrico tram, or go by taxi, who all know where it is.

Take the ferry from Cais do Sodre to Montijo for €2.75. Here’s the ferry schedule to make things easier. The market runs every 2nd and last Saturday of the month. Good for a day of treasure hunting!

Feira dos Alfarrabistas (used book dealer fair) is a great place to break up the monotony of chain stores in Chiado and pick up something truly unique. Most books here are in Portuguese, but there are always gems in English and French and occasionally other languages. Several sellers also usually carry antique prints, old postcards, and maps. A very pleasant place to browse, and the prices are usually fairer than other markets.

China.
You’ve probably heard of it.
And, if you live in Lisbon, you probably know that the Chinese are slowly taking over this fine land, real estate style. But the Chinese-Portuguese connection actually goes way back.

Here’s what the São Roque Museum, organizers of this cross-cultural and historical art exhibit, explain:
“The reign of King John V (1706-1750) corresponded to the reigns of three Qing Dynasty emperors (Kangxi, Yonzheng and Qianlong) and was one of the most intense and relevant periods of the relationship between Portugal, Europe, and China. This period was equally striking for Macao‘s history and its quality as an international trading port between two empires, the Portuguese and the Chinese. The exhibition One King and Three Emperors – Portugal, China and Macao in the time of D. João V, curated by Jorge Santos Alves, marks the 40th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Portugal and China, the 20th anniversary of the transfer of powers in Macau, and the 450th anniversary of the Macao Holy House of Mercy.”

VISITING HOURS:
Monday: 14h-18h.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10h-12h and 14h-18h.

More info via [email protected].

FREE ENTRY.

Né Barros is a Portuguese abstract painter who has a cool name, likes mother nature, and makes colorful stuff inspired by it. For the next few weeks*, Biblioteca Orlando Ribeiro invites you to check out their books along with a solo show by Né.

*Unless mother nature in the form of COVID-19 says otherwise, of course.

Library hours:
Mon-Sat, 10h-18h.

Show up until April 6.

FREE ENTRY.

“There’s just something visceral about moving a puppet frame by frame. There’s a magical quality about it. Maybe you can get smoother animation with computers, but there’s a dimension and emotional quality to this kind of animation that fits these characters and this story.”
Tim Burton.

You’ve probably heard of Tim. Chances are you even love at least one of his films.
Having started his career at Disney during the last millennium, Tim has dabbled in live-action, stop-motion, and 3D animation, developing an original and memorable style that has yet to be copied successfully.

Through April 19th, the most underrated museum in Lisbon, aka the Museu da Marioneta, is proud to present “Tim Burton – The Animation Puppets,” an exhibition that brings you face to face with the original drawings, puppets, models, drafts, and character studies used in the production of classics like Mars Attaks!, Corpse Bride, Frankenweenie, and more.

Bring the kids, and/or the kid in you.

Museum hours:
Tuesday-Sunday, 10h-18h.

ENTRY: 2€ (free for kids under 5yo).

Here’s the trailer for our personal favorite.

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqtjHWlM4lQ[/embed]

Here’s what Feira do Mocho says about itself:
“Mocho has an incredible vision, and it is with wide-open eyes that we want to boost local businesses and attract new audiences to urban spaces and gardens in the city with the creation of Feira do Mocho;
We want to demonstrate the importance and the need for good creativity, quality, and diversity, with each edition, with what is best done in national and international creative work; give opportunity to new international entrepreneurs who start their lives in the national territory; adopt sustainable practices in favor of the environment, society and well-being.”

And here’s what Mocho says about the apocalypse:
“At a time when we are not authorized to hold events, Mocho prepares an online storefront that will be launched very soon.
“O Ninho do Mocho” is preparing to welcome brands and help in their continued recognition of national creativity and online sales.
Stay tuned and if you want to join, you can send an email to info.ni[email protected], to receive data and conditions for joining.
Much strength to all! We are together!”

FREE.

The Educational Service of the National Museum of Ethnology invites you and your family to get educated about the diverse history of Portugal, and the world too.
Here’s what they got for you, every weekend:
Saturday:
10:30 am – Discovering the masks and puppets of Ségou region, Mali.
2:30 pm – Discover the dolls of southwestern Angola.

Sunday:
10:30 am – Discovering rural life in Portugal.
2:30 pm – The discovery of the reserves of the Indians of Brazil.
Duration: 60 min.
Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) = 3€

Free on Sunday morning, without prior registration.

For more info:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone:
934 458 352 ,
213 041 160/9.

China.
You’ve probably heard of it.
And, if you live in Lisbon, you probably know that the Chinese are slowly taking over this fine land, real estate style. But the Chinese-Portuguese connection actually goes way back.

Here’s what the São Roque Museum, organizers of this cross-cultural and historical art exhibit, explain:
“The reign of King John V (1706-1750) corresponded to the reigns of three Qing Dynasty emperors (Kangxi, Yonzheng and Qianlong) and was one of the most intense and relevant periods of the relationship between Portugal, Europe, and China. This period was equally striking for Macao‘s history and its quality as an international trading port between two empires, the Portuguese and the Chinese. The exhibition One King and Three Emperors – Portugal, China and Macao in the time of D. João V, curated by Jorge Santos Alves, marks the 40th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Portugal and China, the 20th anniversary of the transfer of powers in Macau, and the 450th anniversary of the Macao Holy House of Mercy.”

VISITING HOURS:
Monday: 14h-18h.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10h-12h and 14h-18h.

More info via [email protected].

FREE ENTRY.

Eating at McDonald’s does not make you a bad person. Your ancestors have done it for generations, and you can always opt for just lettuce. But sometimes you just want something a little more natural and less controversial, if only to avoid those awkward dinner-party conversations.
In comes LX Rural, the new farmer’s market brought to you by LX Factory, the hippest (or freshest?) mini-Brooklyn this side of the Atlantic.
Here’s what they tell us:
“From the countryside to the city, from generation to generation, a rare market emerges. A market of freshness, quality and value.
Wake up early on Sunday and bring the family to the Rural Lx!
Come and meet the producers of traditional, sustainable and biological agriculture. Savor the products of the time. Come and taste the homemade bread, the preserves, the fresh vegetables, the sausages (thank Jesus!), the honey … and take the tradition and art to your table!
Indulge yourself in this market of colors and flavors of the field!”
The market is open to producers from all over Portugal, and is sure to make your Sunday hangover, if not better, healthier.

“There’s just something visceral about moving a puppet frame by frame. There’s a magical quality about it. Maybe you can get smoother animation with computers, but there’s a dimension and emotional quality to this kind of animation that fits these characters and this story.”
Tim Burton.

You’ve probably heard of Tim. Chances are you even love at least one of his films.
Having started his career at Disney during the last millennium, Tim has dabbled in live-action, stop-motion, and 3D animation, developing an original and memorable style that has yet to be copied successfully.

Through April 19th, the most underrated museum in Lisbon, aka the Museu da Marioneta, is proud to present “Tim Burton – The Animation Puppets,” an exhibition that brings you face to face with the original drawings, puppets, models, drafts, and character studies used in the production of classics like Mars Attaks!, Corpse Bride, Frankenweenie, and more.

Bring the kids, and/or the kid in you.

Museum hours:
Tuesday-Sunday, 10h-18h.

ENTRY: 2€ (free for kids under 5yo).

Here’s the trailer for our personal favorite.

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqtjHWlM4lQ[/embed]

Here’s what Feira do Mocho says about itself:
“Mocho has an incredible vision, and it is with wide-open eyes that we want to boost local businesses and attract new audiences to urban spaces and gardens in the city with the creation of Feira do Mocho;
We want to demonstrate the importance and the need for good creativity, quality, and diversity, with each edition, with what is best done in national and international creative work; give opportunity to new international entrepreneurs who start their lives in the national territory; adopt sustainable practices in favor of the environment, society and well-being.”

And here’s what Mocho says about the apocalypse:
“At a time when we are not authorized to hold events, Mocho prepares an online storefront that will be launched very soon.
“O Ninho do Mocho” is preparing to welcome brands and help in their continued recognition of national creativity and online sales.
Stay tuned and if you want to join, you can send an email to [email protected], to receive data and conditions for joining.
Much strength to all! We are together!”

FREE.

The Educational Service of the National Museum of Ethnology invites you and your family to get educated about the diverse history of Portugal, and the world too.
Here’s what they got for you, every weekend:
Saturday:
10:30 am – Discovering the masks and puppets of Ségou region, Mali.
2:30 pm – Discover the dolls of southwestern Angola.

Sunday:
10:30 am – Discovering rural life in Portugal.
2:30 pm – The discovery of the reserves of the Indians of Brazil.
Duration: 60 min.
Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) = 3€

Free on Sunday morning, without prior registration.

For more info:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone:
934 458 352 ,
213 041 160/9.

After a few setbacks last year due to greedy landlord logistics, Arroz Estúdios was planning to be back with a vengeance in 2020, this time in Beato. Bringing with it its infamous Sunday Street Market.

But, alas, planet Earth’s landlord good old mother nature, had plans of her own.
Due to COVID-19, the market is postponed indefinitely, but stay tuned to see if Arroz makes the cut in terms of apocalypse survival.

Theoretical future Sundays will be chockfull of:
Artists.
Exhibitions.
Performances.
Workshops.
Second-hand clothes.
Food (with and without animals).
Craft beer.
Concerts.
DJ sets.
Vídeo Projections…
And all sorts of goodness for the whole family.

Want to get involved? Write to them at [email protected].

FREE ENTRY.

The seven New Zealand funkmasters and ’90s jam-band-turned-worldwide-phenomenon that are Fat Freddy’s Drop are dropping their fifth album some time later this year. As per tradition, they are keeping its contents secret. But they have been playing songs off of said album across parts of Europe recently.

Unfortunately, Fat Freddy’s Drop has been forced to drop their Italian, French, Czech, Danish, Spanish, and Bavarian March shows already, due to you know what…

Nevertheless, the band perseveres.
The tour is scheduled to end right here in Portugal on March 29th.

So wash your hands, keep your fingers crossed, and get your 22-34€ tickets here, as these are likely to go faster than your local supermarket’s hand-sanitizer.

Here’s a taste.

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGtRpn2H9sI[/embed]

New Zealanders Fat Freddy’s Drop are dropping a new album this year. They’re scheduled to round up their European tour right here in Lisbon.

For the afterparty, they have chosen Village Underground Lisboa as their venue. As their DJ they’ve invited Russia-born, London-raised, and universally beloved DJ Vadim, who also happens to have dropped a new album this year.

Two members of Fat Freddy’s Drop — saxophonist Scott Towers (aka DJ Chopper Reedz) and rapper Mark Williams (aka MC Slave, aka DJ Logg Cabin) — will be joining DJ Vadim on the decks.

The organizers add:
“Expect the sweatiest, grooviest, and funkiest underground after-show party ever.”

Tickets here.