Agenda
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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
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Sunday, 08 September 2024
ESPlorar. BY TRACKS AND PATHS | PR8 - PATH OF THE MEMORY
Grab your backpack and join us on an adventure to ESPlorar (explore) with us!
A leisurely walk to discover the various heritages of the municipality of Esposende, including natural, scenic, and archaeological sites.
With a distance of 5 kilometres over gentle topography through the town of Fão and the Litoral Norte Natural Park
Location:
Alameda do Bom Jesus de Fão, next to the church, at 09.00 a.m.
More Information:
Registration at: https://www.esposende2000.pt/pt/25-desporto-outdoor/
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Thursday, 30 May 2024 to Saturday, 05 October 2024
NAUTICAL AGENDA 2024
Esposende Town Council, as coordinator of the Esposende Nautical Station, has launched the 2024 Nautical Agenda.
The aim is for local residents and national and foreign visitors to have the opportunity to find out about the range of nautical events taking place in Esposende.
This action is part of the Action Plan for the Sustainability, Growth and Competitiveness of Tourism in Esposende - 2023_2027, and the Esposende Nautical Station Action Plan 2023_2025.
More Information:
https://estacao-nautica.visitesposende.com/en/
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Saturday, 01 June 2024 to Monday, 30 September 2024
"SUMMER AT YOUR HAND"
The main aim of the "Summer by Your Hand" initiative is to promote handicrafts and endogenous agri-food products in the module located in Esposende's riverside area.
Part of the ESlocal programme, the aim is to give visibility to "our" creativity between June and September, the months with the highest influx of visitors.
From 13 to 19 August, another joint fair will also be held on the Esposende riverfront, with the participation of various exhibitors with woodwork, embroidery, crochet, macramé, fabric painting, cold porcelain articles, candles, recycled articles and handmade jewellery, among others.
Location:
Esposende Riverside Area
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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
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Sunday, 15 September 2024
CORN HUSKING AND THRESHING
The Municipality of Esposende, in partnership with the folk groups of the municipality, is organizing another edition of the "Corn Husking and Threshing" event, open to the entire community.
In addition to the live reenactment of corn husking and threshing, there will be plenty of entertainment with dances and songs performed by the participating groups. The event aims not only to preserve local customs and culture but also to promote social interaction among members of the municipal folk groups and the community.
Location:
(local to be determined – consult Esposende Municipality's online agenda)
More Information:
3:00 PM | Free entry
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Friday, 20 September 2024
CONCERT "TALKING ABOUT MUSIC"
Sinfonietta de Braga invites Catarina Gonçalves
Sinfonietta de Braga Orchestra and Catarina Gonçalves (cello)
The program, woven with delicate threads of sound, sketches a narrative that transcends temporal and stylistic boundaries. The concert unfolds with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's profound and moving composition, the "Adagio and Fugue". In this opening moment, an atmosphere of contemplation and drama is established, weaving the audience through intricate emotional pathways. The musical landscape transforms as Luigi Boccherini takes the stage, presenting his "Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid, Opus 30 No. 6". This work transports listeners to the nighttime streets of the Spanish capital, full of vivacity and pulsating atmosphere. The pinnacle of the evening is revealed with Boccherini's "Cello Concerto No. 3 in G Major".
Part of the European Heritage Days.
Location:
Church of the Mercy of Esposende
More Information:
9:30 PM - Free entry (subject to venue capacity)
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Saturday, 21 September 2024
SHOW "BANDSTAND ALIVE"
A warm late afternoon with golden light welcomes autumn. A group of friends arrives in the village. Beautiful and perfect characters in appearance, with peculiar skills. Musicians, tightrope walkers, acrobats, and jugglers bring different dimensions to this moment with their circus abilities. They come for a picnic. The logistics of this informal meal give way to impressive feats of manipulation. The space fills with joy, music, and dance. The accordion plays as the day ends. Affectionate encounters, leisurely gatherings, skill challenges, toasts to the beginning of a new season—it's almost an idyllic dream, moments of perfection...
A show for all ages, blending music, dance, and circus, where the audience is also invited to participate.
Conception, direction, and choreography: Cláudia Nóvoa
Production: Hipótese Contínua
Part of the European Heritage Days.
Location:
Bandstand at Alameda do Bom Jesus de Fão
More Information:
4.00pm | Free entry
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Sunday, 22 September 2024
THEATER "THE MOIRA AND THE BARD"
BOCA DE CENA – Children and Youth Theater Company
"A Moira and the Bard" delves into the legend of the Moiras, Portuguese fairies whose belief is said to have been brought by the Celts, and into the musicality of the poetry of the bards, Celtic poets who extolled the valor of heroes. Purposefully set against the ambiance of Castro de S. Lourenço, the collective dramaturgy of the actors and director from Boca de Cena - Children and Youth Theater Company of Esposende, contemplates an ode to the delightful poetry of António Correia de Oliveira, from the book "The Soul of the Trees", intertwined with legends such as the Legend of the Morena and the Legend of D. Croio, which, like a centuries-old tree, inspire the creation of eternal roots in the municipality of Esposende.
"A Moira and the Bard" premieres in a unique performance and immersive format, where the audience can join the cast to dramatize the arrival of the Celts at the Castro, the release of the Moiras in the forest, and the eternalization of the bard's poetry in every root, every trunk, every shadow, in a hymn to the soul of the trees, a troubadour's love between the Moira and the Bard.
Concept and direction: Hugo Direito Dias
Co-production: Municipality of Esposende and BOCA DE CENA - Children and Youth Theater Company
Part of the European Heritage Days
Location:
Castro de S. Lourenço
More Information:
4.30pm | Free entry
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Thursday, 26 September 2024 to Saturday, 28 September 2024
WORLD TOURISM DAY CELEBRATIONS
On September 27th, we celebrate another World Tourism Day.
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has chosen Tourism and Peace as the central theme for the 2024 World Tourism Day Celebrations, a combination that deserves special attention on this day.
In Esposende, the celebrations will begin on the afternoon of September 26th with a visit to the Parque dos Moinhos D’Abelheira in Marinhas, featuring a group of around 60 people from 16 nationalities. This activity is part of the 16th TIMS Symposium and Tour, organized by the International Molinology Society (TIMS), the global organization dedicated to the study, preservation, and promotion of traditional mills, with members from 34 countries.
On September 27th, a program titled "A Day at the Esposende Nautical Station" will be held.
This is a multi-activity agenda, where participants will enjoy various nautical and gastronomic experiences, showcasing part of the potential of the Esposende Nautical Station, which is currently in the process of renewing its certification.
In the morning, the venue will be Ofir Beach, where participants will have their first surfing experience in the Atlantic waters.
The lunch, to be held at Proriver, at Barca do Lago, will feature a menu titled “Peace with Flavor,” blending Portuguese, Cape Verdean, and São Toméan cultures in a clear dialogue of culinary and cultural ingredients.
In the afternoon, water sports will continue, this time on the Cávado River, with activities such as canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, among other experiences.
Transportation will be provided between the Tourist Information Center and the activity venues, as well as for the return.
Registrations for the activities on September 27th are free and limited, and can be made at: https://forms.gle/Nd4MBxyqKfcYVWPd7.
In celebration of the Coastal Cleanup Week in Esposende, a coastal cleanup event will take place on September 28th from 9:30 AM, along the Esposende waterfront. The meeting point is at Esposende's fish market, and the initiative is promoted by Docapesca, the Municipality of Esposende, Esposende Ambiente, the Esposende Nautical Station, and the Esposende Fishermen's Association, as part of the International Coastal Cleanup Day. This event aims to raise awareness about marine litter, with multiple actions taking place across the country. Registrations are free and limited and can be made at: https://forms.office.com/e/n66FnFUv7M.
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Sunday, 13 October 2024
ESPlorar. BY TRACKS AND PATHS | PR4 - TRAIL OF ANTAS WATERMILLS
Grab your backpack and join us on an adventure to ESPlorar (explore) with us!
A leisurely walk to discover the various heritages of the municipality of Esposende, including natural, scenic, and archaeological sites.
It covers a distance of 11 kilometres over gentle terrain through the Litoral Norte Natural Park, the Neiva River Ecovia and the parish of Antas.
Location:
Antas Social Centre, at 09.00 a.m.
More Information:
Registration at: https://www.esposende2000.pt/pt/25-desporto-outdoor/
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Sunday, 10 November 2024
ESPlorar. BY TRACKS AND PATHS | PR2 - NATURE TRAIL: BETWEEN THE ATLANTIC AND CÁVADO
Grab your backpack and join us on an adventure to ESPlorar (explore) with us!
A leisurely walk to discover the various heritages of the municipality of Esposende, including natural, scenic, and archaeological sites.
Covering a distance of 6 kilometers with gentle topography through the Northern Littoral Natural Park.
Location:
Nautical Club of Fão, às 09.00 a.m.
More Information:
Registration at: https://www.esposende2000.pt/pt/25-desporto-outdoor/
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Sunday, 08 December 2024
ESPlorar. BY TRACKS AND PATHS | PR9 - PATHS OF FAITH
Grab your backpack and join us on an adventure to ESPlorar (explore) with us!
A leisurely walk to discover the various heritages of the municipality of Esposende, including natural, scenic, and archaeological sites.
Covering a distance of 9 kilometers with gentle topography through the hills of the parishes of Belinho and Mar.
Location:
Parish Church of Belinho, at 9:00 a.m.
More Information:
Registration at: https://www.esposende2000.pt/pt/25-desporto-outdoor/