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Events · Funchal · 15 September 2026

Festival Colombo Returns to Porto Santo to Enliven the Island in September

The Festival Colombo returns to Porto Santo from September 17-20, recreating the era of Christopher Columbus with historical and cultural entertainment.

Festival Colombo Returns to Porto Santo to Enliven the Island in September

The Festival Colombo is back in Porto Santo, running from September 17 to 20. The event, which recreates Christopher Columbus's time on the island and the atmosphere of the era, is expected to attract residents and tourists.

Considered an important initiative for tourism and the local economy, the festival takes place after the summer peak, helping to extend tourist numbers. Aldónio Correia, Patrícia Guerreiro, and João Leão highlight the event's significance in bringing more visitors and activity to the island.

The center of Porto Santo will host various shows, music, and other entertainment activities, aiming to bring back the atmospheres of past times to the golden island.

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