Madeira Black Scabbardfish Festival 2026: A Taste of Madeira’s Fishing Heritage
Experience one of Madeira’s most authentic summer food festivals, where fresh seafood, traditional music and spectacular coastal scenery come together in the picturesque fishing village of Câmara de Lobos. Discover why locals never miss this celebration.
Machico Gastronomy Fair 2026
This edition of Machico Gastronomic Week is scheduled from July 31st to August 9th, 2026, making it one of the largest and oldest gastronomic festivals in Madeira.
Semana do mar, Porto Moniz 2026
Considered the municipality’s largest event, the Sea Week, taking place between the 22nd and 26th of July, features a variety of nautical activities, including traditional canoe regattas, canoeing competitions, sea games with local origin, and fishing competitions.
Festival Regional de Folclore
There is a festival on the north coast of Madeira that has been running since 1985 and has never, in any of its now 41 editions, stopped before it was supposed to.
Festa Anual da Lapa
This festival, taking place on the 24th and 25th of July, celebrates the limpet, a mollusk typical of Madeiran cuisine, and brings together locals and visitors to enjoy this traditional snack.
Volta à Madeira em Bicicleta
The 51st edition of the Bike Around Madeira will once again follow its original route, covering 232 km in six stages over five days.
Madeira Cherry Festival 2026
Madeira’s sweetest festival attracts visitors every June. The Madeira Cherry Festival 2026 combines local traditions, mountain scenery, regional gastronomy and the unique atmosphere of Jardim da Serra’s celebrated cherry harvest.
Madeira Popular Saints Festival 2026
Discover why June is one of the most authentic times to visit Madeira. Traditional parades, bonfires, music and local celebrations bring centuries-old customs to life across Funchal and the island’s coastal communities.
Madeira Atlantic Festival 2026: a celebration of fireworks and music.
The Atlantic Festival combines world-class fireworks, live music and unforgettable summer evenings, creating a spectacular atmosphere across the island’s coastline.
New Mandatory Regional Usage Fee in Madeira
As of 1 June 2026, a new mandatory Regional Usage Fee will apply to all car rentals in the Autonomous Region of Madeira.