The Palsul Group informs that the Carnival festivities in Portimão will take place between February 7th and February 17th.
Carnival 2026 in Portimão promises intense revelry between February 7th and 17th, with the theme "Mediterranean" inspiring parades, traditional dances and matinees organized by local associations. The highlight includes the parade in the Riverside Zone on February 17 and parties in collectives such as Vencedora and Pedra Mourinha.
Here are the main details of Carnival 2026 in Portimão:
Program and Theme: The theme is "Mediterranean" (Homer's Odyssey, Greece, Sea and Egypt), promoting epic scenarios and creativity.
Ball and Events: The Winning Society promotes balls from February 14 to 17. The Pedra Mourinha Club organizes the "Carnaval Mutante" on February 14th.
Local Tradition: Several collectivities (Alvorense, Boa Esperança, Sporting Glória ou Morte, etc.) promote dances and matinees between February 7th and 17th.
Parade: The big Carnival parade in the riverside area is scheduled for February 17 (Carnival Tuesday).
Extra activities: The VI Portimão International Percussion Festival and the III ENCONTRóBAIXO take place during this period.