Agenda

Friday, 06 June 2025 to Sunday, 31 August 2025
NAUTICAL AGENDA 2025
The Municipality of Esposende, as the coordinating entity of the Esposende Nautical Station, has launched the 2025 Nautical Agenda.
The aim is to provide both residents and national and international visitors with the opportunity to discover the range of nautical events taking place throughout the Esposende region.
This initiative is part of the Action Plan for the Sustainability, Growth and Competitiveness of Tourism in Esposende – 2023\_2027, and the Action Plan of the Esposende Nautical Station 2023\_2025.
Location:
Municipality of Esposende

Tuesday, 01 July 2025 to Thursday, 31 July 2025
SUMMER AT CISL '25
Accept our invitation and take part in a diverse activity programme designed for different age groups.
After all, this is your story! This is our story!
Location:
Centro Interpretativo de S. Lourenço
More Information:
From 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Monday, 14 July 2025
DISCOVERING ESPOSENDE'S NATIVE FOREST
Join us in a fun game about the native forest and its animals, in an activity from the Blue Flag 2025 programme. Learning has never been so much fun!
14th July at 10am, Cepães Beach
28th July at 10am, Suave Mar Beach
Location:
Cepães Beach - Marinhas
More Information:
1st and 2nd cycle students | Max. 30 participants | Free | Registration: cea@esposendeambiente.pt

Tuesday, 01 July 2025 to Thursday, 31 July 2025
TELL ME A STORY ‘THERE ARE NO CROCODILES AROUND HERE’
Every month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Manuel de Boaventura Municipal Library
*Forjães Reading Centre (Wednesdays only)
Come and discover the enchanting story ‘No Crocodiles Around Here’, by Jonny Lambert - an adventure full of imagination and friendship, told in a magical way for the little ones.
"The sun was slowly descending in the sky... 'Follow me,' said the mouse. 'There's a shortcut through the cove'."
Location:
Forjães Reading Centre of the Manuel de Boaventura Municipal Library
More Information:
Children aged 3 to 5 (exclusively for institutions) | Max. 24 participants Free | Registration required: biblioteca.municipal@cm-esposende.pt or 253 960 181

Wednesday, 16 July 2025
EXHIBITION – COMMEMORATION OF 40 YEARS OF THE ARCHIVE SERVICE
Discover real stories that are part of our city!
Location:
Municipal Archive of Esposende
More Information:
6:30 pm

Thursday, 17 July 2025 to Sunday, 20 July 2025
GALAICOFOLIA
Savour traditional gastronomy while enjoying live music that celebrates Galician roots.
A vibrant celebration that pays tribute to Esposende’s Castro heritage, bringing together culture, history, and fun for all ages!
Location:
Castro de S. Lourenço, Vila Chã

Saturday, 19 July 2025 to Sunday, 20 July 2025
4th BEACH HANDBALL TOURNAMENT
Energy, fair play, and plenty of adrenaline by the sea!
Location:
Suave Mar Beach – near the river mouth

Monday, 21 July 2025
ESPOSENDE FORTNIGHTLY MARKET
The Esposende fortnightly market is located to the east of the city's urban centre. It is organised into sectors, with over 100 retail spaces for non-sedentary commerce, inviting everyone to visit and do their shopping.
For more information: https://www.municipio.esposende.pt/viver/mercados-e-feiras
Location:
Largo da Feira
More Information:
Free entry

Friday, 25 July 2025 to Monday, 28 July 2025
ESPOSENDE DANCING
“Esposende a Dançar” is back!
A burst of energy, creativity and talent in a show that celebrates the end of the school year with vibrant performances from local dance academies.
A unique moment that brings together hundreds of children and young people on stage, giving life to the passion for dance and the cultural strength of Esposende.
Friday, July 25: Academia de Bailado de Esposende
Saturday, July 26: PraxiStudio
Sunday, July 27: Ás do Saber
Monday, July 28: Folklore groups from the municipality of Esposende
Location:
Riverside Area
More Information:
9:30 pm

Friday, 25 July 2025
ST. JAMES DAY
Experience this unique moment of faith, culture, and tradition!
More Information:
From 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Saturday, 26 July 2025
THEATRE "SWEAT, BLISTERS AND DEVOTION – A TIMELESS JOURNEY
On St. James’s Day, join this fun and emotional celebration in the heart of Esposende!
A medieval pilgrim, a social media influencer, and a CrossFit fanatic walk into… a bar on the Camino! Between walking sticks and selfie sticks, scallop shells and energy bars, an unexpected encounter unfolds where time blends and stories intertwine on the way to Compostela.
A comedy with soul, blisters on its feet, and a heart on pilgrimage.
Performed by actors from Esposende’s amateur theatre groups (CREARTE Project).
Text: Nuno Fernandes | Direction: Eva Fernandes and Jorge Alonso
Co-produced by: Municipality of Esposende, Via Veteris Association, and Itinerantenredo – Theatre Association
Location:
Largo Rodrigues Sampaio
More Information:
5:30 pm

Saturday, 26 July 2025 to Sunday, 27 July 2025
7th OPEN BEACH VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
Location:
Suave Mar Beach

Monday, 28 July 2025
DISCOVERING ESPOSENDE'S NATIVE FOREST
Join us in a fun game about the native forest and its animals, in an activity from the Blue Flag 2025 programme. Learning has never been so much fun!
14th July at 10am, Cepães Beach
28th July at 10am, Suave Mar Beach
Location:
Suave Mar Beach - Esposende
More Information:
1st and 2nd cycle students | Max. 30 participants | Free | Registration: cea@esposendeambiente.pt

Wednesday, 30 July 2025
WORKSHOP "DISCOVERING TIDE POOLS"
Story and creative workshop about the sea urchin and other marine creatures, to sensitise children to the impact of our choices on the environment.
Blue Flag Campaign
Pre-school and 1st cycle | Max. 25 participants
Free | Registration: cea@esposendeambiente.pt
Location:
Couve Beach, Apúlia
More Information:
10h00

Sunday, 03 August 2025
ESPOSENDE INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL
Esposende vibrates with the world at the International Folklore Festival!
The mouth of the Cávado will once again be the stage for a unique spectacle of colour, rhythm and tradition, with ethnographic groups from Poland, Colombia, Chile, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Mexico, Hungary and Portugal.
Before the evening's big show, the groups will fill the streets with music and joy in a lively parade.
The event is a co-production of the Municipality of Esposende and the GADT of Forjães.
Come and celebrate the traditions of the world!
Participating groups:
- Poland - ZPIT Przodkowianie Kaszuby
- Colombia - Agrupación Folklórica Kiribumba
- Chile - Compañía de Danzas Kirqui-Wayra
- Bulgaria - School of Folk Inspirations Olga Borisova
- Rep. Czech Republic - Folklórní Soubor Růže
- Mexico - Grupo Macuilxóchitl (San Luis Potosí)
- Hungary - Kerka Folkdance Ensemble
- Portugal - GADT Forjães (host) and Rancho de Fonte Boa
Location:
Esposende Riverside Area
More Information:
9:30 pm - Free entry

Friday, 08 August 2025
FADO AT THE FOUNTAINS | SANDRA CRISTINA
Sandra Cristina: the soul of Fado in Esposende
Born in Leça da Palmeira, Sandra Cristina has been involved in music from an early age and is now an unavoidable voice of Fado, with a prominent presence in Porto and abroad. Winner of the ‘Grande Noite do Fado’ and with tours of Spain, France and Switzerland, she has also enchanted on television stages and in Filipe La Féria's musical ‘Amália’.
"Singing Fado is letting it happen... Then we have Fado."
Co-production: Esposende Municipality and Belinho and Mar Parish Union
Location:
Calvary Fountains - Belinho
More Information:
9:30 pm - Free entry

Wednesday, 13 August 2025
CONCERT “GRAN CONCERTO D’AMORE”
An unforgettable evening with the Atlantic Coast Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Luis Miguel Clemente, celebrating love through the most passionate music ever.
In the spirit of the great popular shows à la André Rieu, this concert brings together opera arias, Neapolitan songs and immortal classical themes, performed by the luminous voices of soloists Marina Pacheco and Sérgio Sousa Martins. Between emotion, beauty and charm, the ‘Gran Concerto d'Amore’ promises to touch hearts and fill the stage with enthusiastic applause - a true musical feast to celebrate summer with intensity and elegance.
Performers: Atlantic Coast Orchestra, Marina Pacheco, soprano, Sérgio Sousa Martins, tenor, Luis Miguel Clemente, musical direction
Location:
Esposende Riverside Area
More Information:
9:30 pm - Free entry

Saturday, 16 August 2025
QUEEN REVOLUTION CONCERT
Tribute to Queen (Italy)
An unforgettable journey through the greatest hits of the legendary British band! Straight from Italy, this tribute to Queen promises a night of pure energy, emotion and timeless rock. A must-see for fans of all generations!
Location:
Praça da Ribeira (Radical Park) - Esposende riverside area
More Information:
9:00pm

Sunday, 17 August 2025
EMIGRANT NIGHT - JOANA D'ARC CONCERT
A special evening of celebration and reunion to the sound of Joan of Arc! A vibrant concert, full of emotion and good music, designed for all those who carry Esposende in their hearts, wherever they may be.
Location:
Praça da Ribeira (Radical Park) - Esposende riverside area
More Information:
9:00pm

Monday, 18 August 2025
"DIOGO PIÇARRA" CONCERT
Location:
Praça da Ribeira (Radical Park) - Esposende riverside area
More Information:
9:00pm

Tuesday, 19 August 2025
"PEDRO ABRUNHOSA" CONCERT
Location:
Praça da Ribeira (Radical Park) - Esposende riverside area
More Information:
9:00pm

Wednesday, 20 August 2025
SUMMER PARTY 80'S/90'S
Location:
Praça da Ribeira (Radical Park) - Esposende riverside area
More Information:
9:00pm

Thursday, 28 August 2025
ESPOSENDE COMEDY SESSIONS
The 2025 season comes to an end in style with the third and final show of the Esposende Comedy Sessions at the Esposende Municipal Auditorium.
Get ready for an explosive evening of humour, with unlikely hosts, established comedians and new talents ready to surprise!
Secure your place for this grand farewell to the season - it'll be impossible not to laugh!
Location:
Municipal Auditorium
More Information:
9.30pm | General ticket: €10 | Age classification: M/16 Tickets on sale at the Esposende 2000 online ticket office and at the Foz do Cávado Swimming Pools centre

Friday, 29 August 2025 to Sunday, 31 August 2025
9TH FESTITEATRO - STREET THEATRE FESTIVAL
FestiTeatro is back and promises to fill the streets with magic, creativity and emotion! This festival's mission is to bring the public closer to the performing arts, highlighting Street Theatre as a lively and engaging form of expression.
See the full programme in the Esposende Municipality online diary.
Co-production: Municipality of Esposende & Itinerantenredo - Theatre Association
Location:
Town Hall Square
More Information:
3:30pm and 9:30pm | Free entry