Event Details
Welcome to the Olhão Seafood Festival 2026
From 10 to 15 August 2026, the Jardim Pescador Olhanense, a riverside garden next to the marina in Olhão, becomes one of the most popular summer events in the Algarve. For six nights, the Festival do Marisco celebrates fresh seafood straight from the Ria Formosa, paired with live concerts by well known Portuguese artists.
Highlights
- Six festival nights with fresh seafood straight from the Ria Formosa
- Shrimp, crab, clams and other specialties such as arroz de marisco and cataplana
- Vegetarian dishes, pizza and sandwiches also available
- Live concerts by well known Portuguese and Brazilian artists
- Beautiful waterfront setting in the heart of Olhão during summer
- Free entry for children under 7
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Program
The festival grounds are open all six days from 7:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Among the many seafood stalls and cozy seating areas, a different artist performs live every evening, with the main concerts starting around 11:00 PM. The 2026 lineup includes performances by Matias Damásio, Calema, Mariza and Daniela Mercury. For a quieter evening, the edges of the garden offer relaxed dinner spots overlooking the Ria Formosa.
Tickets
Daily entry costs 12 euros for adults and 6 euros for children aged 7 to 12; younger children enter free when accompanied by an adult. Visitors planning to attend several nights can buy a pass covering all six festival nights: 54 euros for adults and 27 euros for children. Tickets are available online through Ticketline and on site.
Visitor Tips
- Arrive early, as the weekend evenings get especially busy.
- Bring cash or a card for food and drink vouchers at the stalls.
- The market and marina of Olhão are within walking distance of the festival site; a stroll through the old town is worthwhile before the festival.
- Book ahead for larger groups, as seating fills up quickly during peak season.
- Wear light clothing, as summer evenings in Olhão can still be warm.
