AGP Executive Report

Junior Eurovision: Armenia’s Nare won the 2026 contest with “BOO!”; Portugal’s jury awarded the song three points. Live Music: Faith No More are set to return to Portugal after 17 years, while Steve Hackett has announced Lisbon and Porto concerts for 2027. James Blunt is also booked for next year’s Douro & Porto Wine Festival. Lisbon Arts: The city’s Drawing Fest is back for its ninth edition.

Setúbal Refurbishment: Crystal Serenity has arrived at Lisnave Shipyard for a three-week refit, including a new stage for live entertainment and refreshed public spaces. Cultural Exchange: Portugal will partner with Qatar in 2030 through its Years of Culture initiative, bringing programmes focused on arts and international collaboration. Surfing: Mexico’s Yahir Valencia won the Euro Skim Tour for a second straight year, after taking the Sesimbra event in June; Australia’s Molly Picklum also claimed a major Portugal surf victory and moved into the lead in the WSL title race. 2027 Live Music: Steve Hackett has announced Lisbon and Porto concerts, while James Blunt is set to play the Douro & Porto Wine Festival.

Live Music: Fontaines D.C. kicked off their “Dopamine Chamber” arena tour in Lisbon, putting the Portuguese capital at the centre of the band’s latest run. Arts & Culture: Lisbon’s Drawing Fest returns for its ninth edition, while Portugal and Spain have been named Qatar’s cultural partners for 2030 in the Years of Culture initiative. Surfing: Molly Picklum’s Portugal victory moved her to the top of the World Surf League title standings; fellow Australian Crosby Colapinto also claimed a win in Portugal. Football: Cristiano Ronaldo’s disputed header for Al-Nassr was officially credited to him, keeping his career tally at 982 as he closes in on 1,000.

Surfing: Molly Picklum won the Portugal Pro at Supertubos, taking the lead in the world title race with two events left. Griffin Colapinto claimed the men’s title. Cultural Exchange: Portugal and Spain will partner with Qatar for its 2030 Year of Culture, with events spanning art, heritage, food and music. Lisbon Art: Arturo Comas’s Sete feiras, inspired by objects found at seven Portuguese flea markets, opens at Galeria Nave on 5 November. At DOCUMENT Lisbon, John Opera’s Nossa Estrela brings together sun photographs and experimental prints through 8 November. Live Music: Fontaines D.C. launched their arena tour in Lisbon, while Faith No More are set to return to Portugal after 17 years.

Live Music: Fontaines D.C. launched their “Dopamine Chamber” arena tour in Lisbon, while Faith No More are set to return to Portugal after 17 years. Alex Warren has announced a Figueira da Foz show for July 2027, and Steve Hackett will play Lisbon and Porto next year. Arts & Film: Lisbon’s Drawing Fest returns for its ninth edition, and animated feature Viana: The Legend of the Golden Hearts will premiere in Viana do Castelo on November 14. Belarusian directors Mikita Lauretski and Siarhei Kalasouski will also bring a film premiere to Doclisboa. Comedy & Exhibitions: Ricky Gervais is returning to Lisbon with a new show, and photographer Eric Roth is hosting a pop-up exhibition in Silves.

Live Music: Fontaines D.C. kicked off their “Dopamine Chamber” arena tour in Lisbon. Faith No More are set to return to Portugal after 17 years, while Steve Hackett has announced Lisbon and Porto concerts for 2027. Arts & Film: Lisbon’s Drawing Fest returns for its ninth edition, and a film by Belarusian directors is set to premiere at Doclisboa. Photographer Eric Roth is also bringing a pop-up exhibition to Silves. World Cup 2030: FIFA has opened bids for US and Puerto Rico broadcast rights to the tournament, which Portugal will co-host with Spain and Morocco.

Live Music: Faith No More will return to Portugal for NOS Alive on July 9, 2027—the band’s first local show in 17 years and its first live performance in more than a decade. Concerts: Guitarist Steve Hackett has announced 2027 dates in Lisbon and Porto, while Ricky Gervais is also set to bring a new show to Lisbon. Portuguese Animation: “Viana: The Legend of the Golden Hearts” will premiere in its namesake city on November 14, putting the spotlight on a locally rooted animated feature.

Live Music: Steve Hackett has announced 2027 concerts in Lisbon and Porto, while James Blunt is set to perform at next year’s Douro & Porto Wine Festival. Portuguese Culture: Fado singers are bringing the country’s signature genre to Solverde casinos, and Alex Warren is preparing for his Portugal debut on Figueira da Foz beach. Design: Philippe Starck is shaping a new retreat around village life in the Portuguese countryside. Football: Cristiano Ronaldo received a 30-day suspension after leaving Portugal’s national team camp; reports say it will not affect his availability for November’s internationals.

Ronaldo Suspended: Portugal’s football federation handed Cristiano Ronaldo a 30-day ban and €255 fine after he left the national team camp during a dispute over his role. Longboarding Row: Portugal’s Longboard Association is demanding answers after the country missed the World Championships in El Salvador, reportedly because of a lack of funding. Tennis Farewell: Portuguese veteran Gastão Elias retired at 35 after his final match in Lisbon, thanking his partner for helping him through injuries and keeping his career going. Sailing in Vilamoura: Nearly 450 young sailors from 64 countries are expected at December’s Youth Sailing World Championships, returning to the Algarve venue for a second consecutive year. New Music: Allah Las discuss their latest record, conceived as a soundtrack to a film that does not yet exist, ahead of meeting fans in Portugal.

Portugal Surf: Defending world champion Molly Picklum ended teenager Erin Brooks’s 15-heat winning streak at Peniche’s Supertubos, advancing to the quarter-finals as the season nears its finale. Ronaldo Watch: Portugal’s FA handed Cristiano Ronaldo a 30-day suspension and €255 fine for leaving camp, but the ban is backdated, clearing him for November’s internationals. In his return for Al-Nassr, he missed a penalty before João Félix scored the winner. Fado Nights: Ana Moura, Cuca Roseta and Raquel Tavares will headline dinner-show concerts at Solverde casinos in Chaves, Espinho and Vilamoura on November 14. Film & Arts: Doclisboa is set to host the world premiere of a film by Belarusian directors Mikita Lauretski and Siarhei Kalasouski, while photographer Eric Roth is bringing a pop-up exhibition to Silves. Live Comedy: Ricky Gervais is returning to Lisbon for a new show.

Portugal Football: Cristiano Ronaldo received a 30-day suspension and €255 fine for leaving Portugal’s national-team camp in September. The ban is backdated, so he remains eligible for November’s Nations League matches. Manchester United Fallout: Former manager Erik ten Hag says Ronaldo “let the team down,” alleging he skipped training and was unfit during their time together. Live Shows: Jack Johnson is set to return to Portugal nearly 20 years after his last visit, while Ricky Gervais is bringing a new show to Lisbon. Film & Art: Doclisboa will host the world premiere of a film by Belarusian directors Mikita Lauretski and Siarhei Kalasouski; photographer Eric Roth is staging a pop-up exhibition in Silves.

Football: Cristiano Ronaldo received a 30-day suspension and €255 fine for leaving Portugal’s national-team camp after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus. The ban is backdated, so he is expected to be available for Portugal’s November matches. Live Shows: Ricky Gervais is returning to Lisbon for a new show, while Jack Johnson is set to play in Portugal for the first time in nearly 20 years. Film: A feature by Belarusian directors Mikita Lauretski and Siarhei Kalasouski will have its world premiere at Lisbon’s Doclisboa festival. Arts: Photographer Eric Roth is presenting a pop-up exhibition in Silves. Music and Surf: A new Sagres Sessions festival aims to put Algarve surf culture in the spotlight.

Comedy: Ricky Gervais returns to Lisbon’s MEO Arena on March 19, 2027, with his new show; the tour is set to be filmed for a Netflix special. TV: Crime caper Tall Tales & Murder has been picked up by Filmin for Portugal and Spain as its creators begin shaping Season 2. Live Music: Alex Warren is set to make his Portugal debut on Figueira da Foz beach. Festivals: New Sagres Sessions brings a fresh event to the Algarve, putting the region’s surf culture in the spotlight.

Portimão Racing: Max Verstappen charged from 24th to ninth in the GT World Challenge at Portimão, then condemned online abuse aimed at teammate Chris Lulham. Live Music: Death-metal veterans Suffocation bring their Iberian tour to Lisbon on October 25, with Ingested, Undeath and Eternal also on the bill. Portuguese TV: Disney has acquired 10 Tatort: Vienna films for Portugal in a new batch of international licensing deals. Arts: A new review visits Paula Rego’s studio, reflecting on the Portuguese artist and her male muse. Algarve Festival: The new Sagres Sessions puts the region’s surf scene in the spotlight. Media: Veteran Portuguese journalist and writer Joaquim Letria has died.

Motorsport: Max Verstappen charged from 24th to ninth in the GT World Challenge finale at Portimão after a penalty ended his team’s podium hopes. He also spoke out against abuse aimed at teammate Chris Lulham. Fashion: ModaLisboa put creative diversity, sustainability and identity at the heart of Lisbon Fashion Week. Surf & Music: The new Sagres Sessions festival is bringing the Algarve’s surf scene into the spotlight, as Portugal welcomes elite surfers to Peniche. Arts: Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art is set to reopen in November. Cultural Loss: Portuguese journalist and writer Joaquim Letria has died.

Sagres Sessions: A new three-day surf festival will bring competitions, adaptive surfing, live music and workshops to the Algarve from October 30 to November 1. Lisbon Arts: The National Museum of Ancient Art is set to reopen in November, while ModaLisboa put creative diversity and sustainability in the spotlight at Lisbon Fashion Week. Portuguese Culture: Journalist and writer Joaquim Letria has died; the 29th Lusofonia Festival is also due to begin next week, celebrating traditional music and dance. Motorsport: Max Verstappen’s GT World Challenge debut drew global attention to Portimão, where he raced a Mercedes-AMG GT3.