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Lisbon has cleared its Halloween and is quietly prepping for the magic of the Christmas lights. The pumpkins are boxed away and the first garlands are waiting in the wings.
Meanwhile, between art fairs, major concerts and motorsport weekends, the city’s full of good energy and looking ahead.
⭐ EDITOR’S PICKS
Strings, lights, and thousands of voices. Lisbon’s ready for a full-throttle folk night.
Mumford and Sons ticket sales (November 25)
The folk rock giants hit the stage and bring their full-on sound to Lisbon.Lisbon Art Weekend (November 6-9)
Over 250 artists take over 50+ venues for four days of pure creative chaos.Moto GP Portugal (November 9)
The thunderous return of Moto GP to the coast, full speed, full spectacle.
🎟️ CONCERTS
Mumford and Sons ·📍 Sagres Campo Pequeno · 🗓️ November 25
From the banjo to the bass, Mumford & Sons’ sound promises to shake Campo Pequeno this month.
The British legends, known for anthems like “I Will Wait” and “Little Lion Man”, will bring their emotionally charged performances and lush arrangements to Lisbon for one night only.
Tickets sold out fast during the March 20 presale at €60, but a few second-hand ones have popped up on sites like Viagogo for around €65, just enough reason for us to sneak this one into the list.
💶 Tickets from €65
2. One Republic ·📍 MEO Arena · 🗓️ November 16
Under Lisbon’s November sky, OneRepublic return with a show built for every chorus you’ve ever belted out.
Grammy nominated pop-rock band OneRepublic are bringing their “Escape to Europe 2025” tour to Lisbon, with a headline stop at MEO Arena on Sunday 16 November 2025. 
Known for hits like “Apologize”, “Counting Stars” and the recent “I Ain’t Worried”, the band promises an arena-sized spectacle.
💶 Tickets from €45
🍷 FOOD & DRINK
Dia de São Martinho – Magusto & Chestnuts · 🗓️ November 11
The scent of roasted chestnuts drifts through Lisbon. São Martinho season is officially here
Every year on November 11, Portugal celebrates Dia de São Martinho, a warm and crunchy marker of autumn.
On this day people gather for a magusto, a festive fire-side event where families gather for bread, chestnut and wine.
Below are few options to find roasted chestnuts (castanhas assadas) on St. Martin’s day.
📍 Praça dos Restauradores - Next to Tezenis & also next to Hard Rock Cafe.
📍Calçada do Carmo - Mundo Fantástico da Sardinha Portuguesa
📍Rua do Carmo - In front of the Elevador de Santa Justa.
📍Praça do Marquês de Pombal - Next to Hotel HF Fénix
📍Avenida Eng. Duarte Pacheco - Entrance of Amoreiras shopping
📍Praça Duque de Saldanha - Next to Novo Banco
📍Rua Galileu Galilei - Entrance of Colombo Commercial Center
📍Cais do Sodré - Entrance of the metro station
📍Praça de Londres - Entrance of the Igreja São João de Deus
📍Rua Augusta - Next to the Bertrand bookstore
🛍️ GARAGE SALE
📍Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel, Cascais · 🗓️ Until December
Luxury gets a second life at Onyria Marinha’s grand renovation sale.
One of Cascais’ most highly rated 5-star hotels, the Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel, is parting with a slice of its luxury as it undergoes renovation.
From designer furniture to elegant décor pieces that once adorned its suites, everything is up for grabs at special prices.
A big thank you to one of our community members Sarah D’Costa for sharing this with us.
⚽ SPORTS
Moto GP Portugal ·📍 Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (Portimão) · 🗓️ November 7–9
Portugal’s Algarve roars to life as the world’s fastest riders battle it out in Portimão.
The penultimate round of the 2025 MotoGP season takes place from 7–9 November at Portimão.
The world’s top riders go head to head, with bikes screaming past at over 350 km/h. Ticket packages include grandstand seats, pit-lane walks and VIP paddock access.
💶 Tickets from €63
🎨 ARTS
Lisbon Art Weekend ·📍 50+ Locations · 🗓️ November 6–9
Where words, light, and silence meet. Lisbon Art Weekend transforms spaces into experiences.
Lisbon Art Weekend (LAW) brings together 250+ artists across 50 galleries, artist-run spaces, and cultural institutions, all with free entry.
Expect new exhibitions, open studios, curator-led talks, and performances that spill into cafés and courtyards.
💶 Entry is free
🍂 QUICK BITES
• ⚠️ Lisbon issues weather warnings between Wednesday and Friday. Expect rain, wind or swift chill if you’re out and about.
• 🔭 Big meteor spotted in Portugal. Local astronomers report a bright fireball over the country this week.
• 🎄 It’s almost time. While the last of the ghosts disappear, Lisbon’s first Christmas lights are announced to flicker on from mid November. More on this next week.
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