Society
Concert at Rivoli to celebrate the foundation of the Porto Conservatory Symphonic Orchestra
The opening ceremony concert of Porto Conservatory Symphonic Orchestra that was held on 22 June 1948 will be recreated, almost 70 years later in the very same room, June 22, starting at 9.30 pm at Rivoli.
Porto fosters water innovation in September
Porto will be the European capital of water and innovation 2017 from 24 to 30 September, bringing together more than 1000 participants to find pragmatic and innovative solutions for water challenges.
Tourist tax in Porto enables affordable housing in the city centre of Porto
The creation of housing oriented opportunities for middle income households in the city centre is subject to active public policies. Thus, Porto City Hall is "acting accordingly", stated today Rui Moreira, Mayor of Porto. "The proceeds of the touristic tax will help deliver this policy."
Open House Porto showcases outstanding architecture in July, 1 and 2
"Open House Porto", which is scheduled for July 1 and 2, will showcase outstanding architecture that visitors will be able to explore and discover for free in Porto, Gaia and Matosinhos.
Bombarda district features the 4th Cycle of Art Exhibitions
Miguel Bombarda Arts Quarter features a new cycle of art exhibits, June 17th, starting at 4 pm. This is the fourth cycle, with 18 galleries showcasing new exhibitions to the public.
Anxiety vs Felicity - the fight of the century or the billion-dollar fight at Rivoli
Floyd Anxiety and Manny Felicity are in Las Vegas for the fight of the century or the billion-dollar fight. This is the narrative structure of this contemporary dance performance by Marta Freitas and Balleteatro Professional School, which premieres June 14th at Rivoli, IAC Auditorium, starting at 9.30 pm.
Claus Porto returns home and celebrates with a shop that is a museum in Rua das Flores
The three-storey building was completely remodelled to meet the company's standards. In Rua das Flores, the history of a brand that reached out the whole world unveils. The store opened to the public today.
Old time tradition, roller car race in Bonfim, Porto on June 15th
São João is also celebrated in Bonfim, a parish from Porto that will be the stage of a roller car race, June 15th, starting at 3 pm.
Cemetery Tour includes music and poetry at Prado do Repouso
XII Cultural programming of Porto Cemeteries, an initiative by Porto City Hall, scheduled for Saturday, June 10th, at 3.30 pm in Prado do Repouso includes music and poetry sessions.
University of Porto is Portugal's Best Higher Education Institution
For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Porto (UP) stands out as the best at national level in the QS World University Ranking 2018, one of the most reputable rankings for Higher Education.