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Events in Madeira in November 2026: São Martinho, PianoFest, TEDx and wine
What’s on in Madeira in November 2026 — from the Chestnut Festival and São Martinho to PianoFest, TEDxMadeira, trail running, tennis and Essência do Vinho.
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EventsFestivalsEvents in Madeira in October 2026: Apple Festival, Nature Festival and Chestnuts
What’s on in Madeira in October 2026 — from the Apple Festival in Camacha and the Madeira Nature Festival to outdoor sport, culture, music and the Chestnut Festival in Curral das Freiras. Key dates and links.
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EventsFestivalsEvents in Madeira in Autumn 2026: Wine Festival, Chestnuts and Seasonal Highlights
Grape harvest in Funchal, village harvest festas, the Nature Festival and chestnuts in Curral das Freiras — our picks for autumn 2026 in Madeira.
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EventsMadeira Events 2026: Your Guide To What’s On In Madeira And Funchal All Year Round
Discover the best Madeira events in 2026 with this month-by-month guide to what’s on in Madeira and Funchal all year round—from Carnival and the Flower Festival to summer fireworks, wine celebrations, arraiais, and Christmas lights. Use it to plan your trip (or your weekends) with key dates, where to go, and what to expect, plus trusted links to official event calendars for last-minute updates.
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EventsSpending Christmas & New Year in Madeira: Traditions, Foods and Events
Thinking about spending Christmas or New Year in Madeira? This guide walks you through the island’s cosiest festive traditions, from bolo de mel and poncha to Market Night in Funchal and the world‑famous New Year’s Eve fireworks, with a simple day‑by‑day agenda so you know exactly where to go and what to taste.
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EventsFestivalsMadeira Flower Festival 2026: Complete Guide to the Festa da Flor in Funchal (Dates, Parades, Tickets)
Make the most of the Madeira Flower Festival (Festa da Flor) this spring, with our 2026 guide!
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EventsFestivalsMadeira Festivals in April & May 2026: Complete Guide to Spring Events
Discover the best festivals in Madeira in April and May 2026, from the Flower Festival in Funchal to local food and cultural events across the island. Find key dates and highlights for your spring trip.
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EventsFestivalsEvents in Madeira in September 2026: Wine Harvest, Village Festas and Live Music
What’s on in Madeira in September 2026 — from the Wine Festival to village festas, open-air concerts, Pride and late-summer nightlife. Key dates, line-ups and links.
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