Heading to Porto this November? You’re in for a wonderful time! Although the weather can be unpredictable, with cooler temperatures and the occasional rainy day, the city is nonetheless packed with cultural events, world-class music, and experiences that will more than make up for any gray skies.
Below, you’ll discover more about the 10 best events in Porto in November 2025.
1. Porto/Post/Doc – Film & Media Festival
When: November 20-29, 2025
Where: Various venues in Porto
How much: 5 EUR per screening; 2.50 EUR for students, Porto Card holders, and seniors
Porto/Post/Doc is one of the best cinema festivals in Porto, dedicated to documentary and “cinema of the real.” This year’s 12th edition explores “The Time of a Journey,” focusing on migration, exile, escape, discovery, and reunion.
The festival features international competitions, thematic programmes, and retrospectives. You’ll have the chance to watch films like 142 Sahara Street, Echoes Of The Youth: Vilnius, Our Homes do Not Exist, Jacob’s House, and others.
All venues are conveniently located in downtown Porto, close to restaurants, bars, and subway stations, so you can definitely add some of these screenings to your itinerary.
2. Yann Tiersen
When: November 11, 2025
Where: Coliseu Porto Ageas, R. de Passos Manuel 137
How much: 30-40 EUR
French composer and musician Yann Tiersen returns to Porto for an intimate solo performance. He’ll be presenting his new album Rathlin from a Distance | The Liquid Hour.
The most curious fact about this concert is that Tiersen is redefining touring by traveling solo in a van with his dog, avoiding consumerism and creating genuine connections with local communities, so you can definitely expect a truly unique experience!
3. Zeca Pagodinho – 40 Anos
When: November 8, 2025
Where: Super Bock Arena, Pavilhão Rosa Mota, Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, R. de D. Manuel
How much: 40-90 EUR
Brazilian samba legend Zeca Pagodinho celebrates four decades of his career with a special tour stop in Porto. Zeca is considered one of the greatest names in Brazilian music, with more than 24 albums, four Latin Grammy awards, and over 12 million records sold!
Expect to hear iconic hits like Deixa a Vida Me Levar, Verdade, and Coração em Desalinho – in short, a must-see concert for anyone who loves Brazilian music.
4. Silence 4 – 30 Anos
When: November 13-16, 2025
Where: Super Bock Arena, Pavilhão Rosa Mota, Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, R. de D. Manuel
How much: 20-80 EUR
One of Portugal’s most iconic bands, Silence 4, returns to Porto to celebrate 30 years since their formation.
They’ll perform their greatest hits, including Borrow, My Friends, To Give, and Only Pain Is Real. The band released only two albums over the years: Silence Becomes It (1998) and Only Pain Is Real (2000). And, in just two years, they received eight platinum certifications.
In short, if you want to listen to the Portuguese music that defined the late 1990s and early 2000s, hurry up and grab your tickets before the events are sold out.
5. World Press Photo 2025
When: November 13 – December 3, 2025
Where: Fórum da Maia, R. Eng. Duarte Pacheco 131, Maia
How much: Free admission
The prestigious World Press Photo exhibition comes to the Porto area, presenting the results of the 2025 World Press Photo Contest. You’ll have the opportunity to see the most important photojournalism and documentary photography of the year. The winners were chosen among 60,000 photographs taken by almost 4,000 photographers from all over the world.
6. Maratona do Porto (Porto Marathon)
When: November 2, 2025
How much: From 19 EUR
Ready to run? The Porto Marathon returns this November, attracting runners from around the globe, particularly due to the incredible scenic route throughout the city.
Even if running isn’t your thing, the city’s atmosphere on marathon day is electric, with cheering crowds, music, and post-race parties throughout Porto! Plus, you don’t have to go for the entire 41k route. You can also test your running skills at the APO 6k route.
7. Candlelight Concerts in Porto
When: Throughout November 2025
Where: Palácio da Bolsa (Palácio da Bolsa, R. de Ferreira Borges 11) and Hilton Porto Gaia (R. de Serpa Pinto 124)
How much: From 19 EUR
Candlelight concerts are simply a must if you’re in Porto! This November, you can attend the following concerts:
- Candlelight: Queen vs The Beatles
- Candlelight: Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons
- Candlelight: Rings, Thrones, and Dragons
- Candlelight: The Best of ABBA
- Candlelight Ballet: The Nutcracker
8. Luzes Selvagens (Wild Lights)
When: Throughout November
Where: Santo Inácio Zoo, R. 5 de Outubro 4503, Avintes
How much: 11.90-18.90 EUR for individual tickets or 56.50-57.50 EUR for families
The third edition of Wild Lights returns to illuminate the Santo Inácio Zoo with spectacular light installations, so if you’re in Porto with your kids this November, make sure not to miss out on this event! It literally transforms the zoo into a magical experience, perfect for an evening adventure with loved ones!
9. Festival Internacional de Cinema Queer
When: November 4-8, 2025
Where: Batalha Centro de Cinema, Praça da Batalha 47
How much: 5 EUR
The program of Queer Porto features around 40 films that explore themes like political resistance, identity, and social issues affecting LGBTQ+ communities worldwide. The opening film is Duas Vezes João Liberada by Paula Tomás Marques, and the closing film is Hot Milk by Rebecca Linkiewicz. The program also includes documentaries, fiction, docu-fiction, experimental, and animated films from international and Portuguese filmmakers, alongside cultural activities.
10. Misty Fest
When: Throughout the month
Where: Casa da Musica, Av. da Boavista 604-610 Piso 0
How much: Prices vary by show (from 12–25 EUR)
Misty Fest is a music festival featuring alternative flamenco, fado, folk jazz, trip-hop, electronica, and more. This year’s edition features an impressive lineup including Travo, Shai Maestro, Moisés P. Sánchez, Sétima Legião, and more. Plus, most of the events take place in Porto’s iconic Casa da Musica, which is a must-see in itself!
You can check the full program here.
