Agenda

Subject
Parish
exhibition-the-tile-room-at-the-time-of-the-espozendense-assembly

Thursday, 20 July 2023 to Tuesday, 31 December 2024

EXHIBITION | THE TILE ROOM AT THE TIME OF THE "ESPOZENDENSE ASSEMBLY"

This exhibition, on display at the Esposende Municipal Museum, is part of the celebrations of the Municipal Museum's 30th anniversary and recreates the atmosphere that existed around a century ago in this space of the old Theatre-Club building, where the Espozendense Assembly met, a select group of Esposendenses, formally constituted, with defined statutes, who got together for recreational and leisure purposes.

Through the wide range of objects and pieces on display, visitors will be able to understand what life was like in the Sala dos Azulejos, with mannequins dressed to the nines, its century-old piano and snooker, as well as other furniture and various artefacts, such as grafonolas, crockery, walking sticks, bowler hats and top hats, women's artefacts, documents and newspapers from the time.

Location:

Municipal Museum - Tiled room

More Information:

Free entry

exhibition-weaving-the-reed

Friday, 05 July 2024 to Saturday, 31 May 2025

EXHIBITION "WEAVING THE REED"

The exhibition "Weaving the Reed" centers on the craftsmanship of reed mats from Forjães, a "know-how" that became the main artisanal industry of this village for much of the 20th century.

This artisanal labor is portrayed through the lens of Juan Pablo Moreiras, a French photographer whose work has illustrated numerous exhibitions and publications, including those of UNESCO World Heritage, as well as features in prestigious international magazines.

Additionally, this exhibition hosts pieces from the "Water Earth Fire" showcase, which are the results of work produced over the last four editions of the academic project "'Design' and Territory" by ESMAD, the Polytechnic Institute of Porto.

Schedule:

Summer Schedule - June 1 to September 30

  • Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Winter Schedule - October 1 to May 31

  • Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM



Location:

Municipal Museum

More Information:

+351 253 960 182 | museu.municipal@cm-esposende.pt

exhibition-landscape-planning-and-architecture-the-case-of-ofir

Friday, 01 November 2024 to Tuesday, 31 December 2024

EXHIBITION – LANDSCAPE, PLANNING, AND ARCHITECTURE: THE CASE OF OFIR

The exhibition, resulting from research and a dissertation in Architecture, focuses on the unique characteristics of the geographical location, territory, and architectural ensemble that define Ofir (Fão). It aims to encourage a multi-scale perspective and to highlight the singular value of the entire site. The exhibition features various graphic elements about Ofir and a model identifying the buildings that characterise this summer holiday hub, one of four of its kind in Portugal.

Opening Hours: 8:30 AM–1:00 PM and 2:00 PM–4:30 PM

Location:

Municipal Archive of Esposende

More Information:

Target audience: General public | Participation: Free

visits-to-the-municipal-archive

Monday, 04 November 2024 to Tuesday, 31 December 2024

VISITS TO THE MUNICIPAL ARCHIVE

These visits aim to showcase the history of the building, the functions and dynamics of the service, the current exhibitions, and provide contact with some documents that bear witness to and preserve the memory of national and local events.

Duration: 45 minutes

Participant limit: 25

Opening hours: 8:30 AM–1:00 PM and 2:00 PM–4:30 PM

Location:

Municipal Archive of Esposende

More Information:

Target audience: General public | Participation: Free, subject to prior registration via email at arquivo.municipal@cm-esposende.pt

eco-art-nativity-scenes-by-vitor-machado

Sunday, 24 November 2024 to Wednesday, 08 January 2025

ECO ART: NATIVITY SCENES BY VÍTOR MACHADO

The Esposende Tourist Information Centre will host an exhibition of nativity scenes by Vítor Machado from November 23rd to January 8th of the following year.

Born in Braga, Vítor Machado has been dedicated to the arts since 2020, the year he ended his teaching career in secondary and vocational education. Despite having no formal artistic training, he has always enjoyed finding creative and ingenious solutions to everyday challenges. Working from a workshop set up in his home, he has spent recent years crafting pieces and products that showcase his creativity, combining diverse materials—some collected from natural environments, such as pebbles, and others salvaged from industrial waste, like metal components, stone, and wood.

Vítor Machado has participated in numerous individual and collective exhibitions and is the author of two pieces commemorating the 50th anniversary of the April 25th Revolution, which were previously displayed at the Esposende Tourist Information Centre. The artist now returns to the same venue after presenting the exhibition “Echoes of the Camino de Santiago” there in June and July.

Visiting Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

"It was Christmas morning, and there was one last present under the tree.

"I bet it's mine!" said Emma, laughing.

"No, it's mine!" replied the Bear. (...)"





Location:

Esposende Tourist Information Centre

More Information:

Target audience: Exclusively for Institutions (max. 24 children, aged 3 to 5 years) | Activity: Free of charge, subject to prior booking via email at biblioteca.municipal@cm-esposende.pt or by phone at +351 253 960 181

painting-exhibition-from-charcoal-to-colour-by-artur-passos

Saturday, 07 December 2024 to Saturday, 28 December 2024

PAINTING EXHIBITION 'FROM CHARCOAL TO COLOUR' BY ARTUR PASSOS

Born in Viana do Castelo, Artur Passos showed an early interest in drawing and painting. Holding a degree in Product Design and currently working at the Alto Minho Local Health Unit (ULSAM), the district hospital of Viana do Castelo, the artist devotes his free time and more introspective moments to painting, sketching states of mind—some more concrete, others more abstract—where black and white give way to colour. The exhibition to be presented in Esposende reflects, above all, a designer's perspective on religion and colour. Artur Passos has participated in several individual and collective exhibitions, with various works held in private collections across the country.

Visiting Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Location:

Esposende Tourist Information Centre

More Information:

Free entry

exhibition-my-ecological-christmas

Tuesday, 10 December 2024 to Tuesday, 07 January 2025

EXHIBITION “MY ECOLOGICAL CHRISTMAS”

Public exhibition of ecological Christmas decorations created by schools and Private Institutions of Social Solidarity (IPSSs) as part of the initiative “My Christmas is Ecological,” focusing on the reuse of materials and recycling of waste.

Location:

Environmental Education Center

More Information:

Free entry

cafe-memoria-de-esposende-christmas-celebration

Saturday, 21 December 2024

CAFÉ MEMÓRIA DE ESPOSENDE – CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

Café Memória invites you to celebrate Christmas in a warm and festive atmosphere. This special edition offers moments of sharing, mutual support, and awareness about the importance of social interaction and understanding in the context of dementia. Join us to embrace the Christmas spirit and contribute to a space of inclusion and community support.

Location:

Casa da Juventude

More Information:

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Target Audience: General public | Participation: Free

street-performance-in-the-kingdom-of-ice

Saturday, 21 December 2024

STREET PERFORMANCE – IN THE KINGDOM OF ICE

Come and be enchanted by a magical performance inspired by the Kingdom of Ice! Favourite characters come to life on the streets, bringing circus acts full of acrobatics, balance, and lots of fun.

Accompanied by their music, they create melodies that warm even the coldest hearts throughout the streets of Esposende.

Don't miss out on this unique experience! Come and live the magic of the Kingdom of Ice and let yourself be swept away by a show full of joy and surprises!

Location:

Esposende Centre

More Information:

3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

street-performance-circus-in-esposende-christmas-is-coming

Sunday, 22 December 2024

STREET PERFORMANCE – CIRCUS IN ESPOSENDE / CHRISTMAS IS COMING

Get ready for an explosion of color and joy in the streets of Esposende! Inspired by the magic of the circus, the performance brings acrobats, jugglers, and fun characters who interact with the public in a charming way.

With dynamic performances and plenty of music, every corner transforms into a stage full of surprises. Locals and visitors alike will be enchanted by the festive spirit and contagious energy, making this event a must-see. Come join the celebration and create unforgettable moments in Esposende!

Location:

Esposende Centre

More Information:

3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

nativity-scenes-in-the-streets-of-mar

Sunday, 22 December 2024

NATIVITY SCENES IN THE STREETS OF MAR

The Social Center of Juventude de Mar carries out, once again, this initiative, now in its 18th edition.

Location:

Streets of the parish of Mar

the-little-prince

Sunday, 22 December 2024

'THE LITTLE PRINCE'

The beloved Little Prince returns, this time in an exciting and renewed adventure through space, in this latest adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's original tale. In a galaxy where every planet holds its own stories and mysteries, the fearless Little Prince encounters incredible beings grappling with dilemmas that, in many ways, mirror our own. And he’s not alone! Joined by a lost pilot, he invites us to become part of this journey, filled with music, lights, and magic!

This is The Little Prince as you’ve never seen before: more vibrant, more modern, and offering even more valuable lessons. A performance that promises to enchant both young and old, reminding us of the power of friendship, understanding, and the adventure of growing up.

Duration: 50 minutes

Location:

Municipal Auditorium

More Information:

4:00 PM | Admission: General: €3.00 | Children (≤12 years) and Seniors (≥65 years): €2.00 | Rated: 3+ Tickets will soon be available online via Esposende 2000’s ticket office and at the reception desk of Piscinas Foz do Cávado.

concert-songs-of-hope

Monday, 23 December 2024

CONCERT “SONGS OF HOPE”

The Coro de Pequenos Cantores de Esposende will present a concert titled Songs of Hope, filled with the spirit of family, joy, peace, and hope. The performance will feature the sweet harmonies of the young singers and the debut of the piece Salve Regina by Albert Alcaraz. The concert is conducted by Helena Venda Lima, with support from the Município de Esposende, Escola de Música de Esposende, and the Paróquia de S. Miguel de Apúlia and UF Apúlia e Fão.

Location:

Parish Church of Apúlia

More Information:

9:30 PM Admission is free, subject to space availability.

new-years-eve-celebration

Tuesday, 31 December 2024

NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION

Join us to celebrate the transition into 2024/2025 with a vibrant New Year’s Eve party! Enjoy a performance by the band 80&Tais, known for their outstanding musical quality, as they perform iconic hits from the '80s. At midnight, experience a spectacular fireworks display, followed by a DJ session to keep the party going into the early hours. Come celebrate with us and ring in the new year with music, fireworks, and great energy!

Location:

Riverside Area

More Information:

11:00 PM to 3:00 AM