Event Details
Welcome to Alma do Vinho 2026 in Alenquer
Just about 35 minutes from Lisbon lies Alenquer, the heart of one of Portugal's best known wine regions (DOC Alenquer). From 17 to 20 September 2026, the Parque Urbano da Romeira hosts the eighth edition of Alma do Vinho, described by organizers as the biggest wine festival in the Lisbon region. More than 35 producers from Alenquer and neighboring municipalities present around 300 wines for tasting, alongside live music, food and culture.
Highlights
- Around 300 wines from more than 35 producers available for tasting
- Concerts including Sara Correia, Vizinhos, Miguel Araújo and Carolina de Deus
- Fire cooking and regional gastronomy with renowned chefs
- Wine tourism programs such as grape harvesting and grape stomping
- Guided wine tastings and talks on wine culture
- Family friendly atmosphere across roughly 20,000 square meters of grounds
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Program
The venue opens in the afternoon or early evening on all four days; the free tasting zone gives visitors access to a wide selection of wines from participating producers. A tasting glass is required and can be collected at dedicated stands against a refundable deposit of 3 euros (returned when the undamaged glass is handed back). Beyond the free tastings, paid premium experiences are available, including the Wine Tourism Program with a visit to a vineyard, grape harvesting, grape stomping, a regional lunch and a stop at the Wine Museum, the beginner friendly "Curso de Vinho para Totós" course, and a festive wine dinner. Concerts take the stage every evening, including performances by Sara Correia, Vizinhos, Miguel Araújo and Carolina de Deus.
Tickets
Day tickets cost 15 euros, while a pass for all four festival days is available for 40 euros; both options grant access to the whole venue including the free tasting zone. Tickets can be bought online via Ticketline as well as at the Alenquer tourist office and town hall. Premium experiences such as the Wine Tourism Program or the wine dinner are booked separately and each include same day entry to the festival.
Visitor Tips
- The full four day pass makes Alenquer a great base for a short overnight trip.
- Driving from Lisbon takes about 35 minutes; an organized transfer is offered with some premium programs.
- Secure a tasting glass against the deposit to take part in the free wine tasting zone.
- Book popular concerts and premium experiences early, as they often sell out.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the festival grounds are spread out.
