Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz)
One of Madeira's biggest summer festivals — five days of live concerts, seafood gastronomy, canoe regatta, DJ sets and beachfront animation on Porto Moniz's north-coast waterfront. 2026 edition: 22–26 July, held right after the Santa Maria Madalena religious festivities (21–22 July).
About Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz)
Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz) unfolds across Porto Moniz each July, drawing a mix of islanders and visitors who plan their year around it.
Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz) is a community event first and a tourist attraction second. The programme is loose, the food is cooked by neighbours, and the best moments happen in the margins — bring cash, small notes, and no strict itinerary.
What to know before you go
- Stay near Porto Moniz if you can — the closest guesthouses go first, and driving in on the day means slow traffic and scarce parking.
- Public transport runs extra services on the main event days, but parking near Porto Moniz becomes very limited — arrive early or plan to walk in.
- Street programming is free. Paid elements — grandstand seats, gala dinners, indoor concerts — release in waves and disappear quickly once the dates are official.
- Photograph early. The best light and the smallest crowds are usually in the first hour of the programme, not the headline slot.
Best time to visit
The main programme runs around July. Arrive a day early to settle in and see the build-up — set-up day is often the most photogenic.
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Frequently asked
When is Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz)?+
The next confirmed dates for Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz) are 2026-07-22 to 2026-07-26. The event recurs every year.
Where does Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz) take place?+
The event is centred on Porto Moniz, with the main programme within walking distance of the town centre.
Is Semana do Mar (Sea Week, Porto Moniz) free?+
Free to attend for the most part. The paid tier covers premium viewing, seated shows and any official gala — worth budgeting for if those matter to you.