Whether you’re an expat, a digital nomad, or just visiting Porto for a while, diving into the city’s rich cultural life doesn’t have to come with a language barrier. We’ve curated a monthly roundup of the best English-friendly events in Porto – everything from indie concerts and film screenings to stand-up comedy, creative workshops, and international food markets. This agenda is your go-to guide to experience Porto like a local, without missing a beat. No Portuguese? No problem.
Era uma vez no Porto, R. da Madeira 126, 4000-330 Porto
Marina de Leixões, Molhe Norte, 4450-718 Matosinhos
MMIPO - Museu da Misericórdia do Porto, R. das Flores 15, 4050-265 Porto
Look at Porto Cinema 5D, Largo Joaquim Magalhães, 12 4400-174 Vila Nova de Gaia
Wondersense, R. das Carmelitas 130
WOW - World of Wine, Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
WOW - World of Wine, Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
Sex Museum Porto, Rua do Breiner, 59, 4050-109 Porto
Domus Arte, Rua da Bainharia, n°135 - Porto
Time For Magic, Rua da Picaria, 17, 4000-407 Porto
World of Discoveries, Rua de Miragaia 106, 4050-387 Porto
Minigolf Porto, R. do Dr. Alfredo Magalhães 244000-265 Porto
Ollarisca, Rua Conde de Vizela, 65, Porto
Torre dos Clérigos, R. de São Filipe de Nery, 4050-546 Porto
Fado na Baixa, R. de São João 78-136, 4050-593 Porto
Era uma vez no Porto, R. da Madeira 126, 4000-330 Porto
Paço Episcopal do Porto, Terreiro da Sé, Porto
Passos Manuel, Rua de Passos Manuel nº 137 (ao Coliseu), 4000-385 Porto
Era Uma Vez Em Paris, R. Galeria de Paris, n.º 106-108 Porto, Portugal
Parque da Cidade do Porto, Estrada Interior da Circunvalação, 4100-083 Porto
Mosteiro São Bento da Vitória - Porto, Rua de São Bento da Vitória, S/N - 4050-542 Porto
Culturgest Porto, Edifício Caixa Geral de Depósitos Avenida dos Aliados n.º 104 4000–065 Porto Portugal.
Fisga - Warehouse, Rua de Santos Pousada 826, 4000-485 Porto
Observatório Astronómico Prof. Manuel de Barros, Prof. Manuel de Barros, Vila Nova de Gaia
Garage Wines, Av. Menéres 681, 4450-191 Matosinhos
Casa da Arquitectura / Real Vinícola, Av. Menéres 461 4450-165 Matosinhos
Super Bock Arena - Pav. Rosa Mota, Pavilhão Rosa Mota, R. de Dom Manuel II, 4050-346 Porto
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, R. de Dom Manuel II, 4050-346 Porto
Fisga - Warehouse, Rua de Santos Pousada 826, 4000-485 Porto
Maria Pistolas, Porto
Serralves, R. Dom João de Castro 210, 4150-417 Porto
Jangal Gastro Bar, R. de Dom Manuel II 178, 4050-343 Porto
Culturgest Porto, Edifício Caixa Geral de Depósitos Avenida dos Aliados n.º 104 4000–065 Porto Portugal.
Goethe-Institut, Rua de Nossa Senhora de Fátima, 107, Porto
Garage Wines, Av. Menéres 681, 4450-191 Matosinhos
The Knoty (W)hole, Tv. Faria Guimarães 29, 4200-441 Porto
Cais de Gaia, Vila Nova de Gaia
Sarcastic Porto, Rua dos Bragas 282, 4050-122 Porto
WOW - World of Wine, Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
Hard Club Porto, Praça do Infante D. Henrique Porto, Portugal
Afurada, Rua Alves Correia 26 - Vila Nova de Gaia
Casa da Música, Av. da Boavista 604-610, 4149-071 Porto
Largo Amor de Perdição, Porto
Living in Porto is a cultural treat, but not every event is accessible if you don’t speak Portuguese. That’s why we created this dedicated guide – to help non-Portuguese speakers feel at home in the city’s thriving creative scene. Whether you’re looking for an English-language walking tour, an improv night, or an open mic where English is welcome, you’ll find it here.
What Types of Events You’ll Find
🎭 Live Performances & Comedy in English
🎬 Film Screenings with English Subtitles or Audio
🖼️ Art Exhibits with English Descriptions
🎶 Concerts by International Artists
🍷 Food & Wine Festivals with Multilingual Hosts
🗣️ Workshops & Talks in English
🏛️ Cultural Tours & Experiences Tailored for Tourists and Expats
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