Lisbon in April is packed with reasons to leave the house! Intimate chamber music, spine-tingling choirs, funk marathons, K-pop tributes, anime with full orchestra, and even a world-class illusion show! In short, there’s something for everyone.
Below, you’ll discover 13 of the best events happening in Lisbon in April 2026. Enjoy and let us know your favorites.
1. Italian Film Festival
When: April 9-19
Where: Various venues in the city
How much: Varies based on event
The biggest Italian film festival in Portugal is back for its 19th edition! It opens with the latest film by Oscar-winning director Paolo Sorrentino.
Plus, this year, the whole festival is a tribute to the iconic Claudia Cardinale, one of the greatest Italian actresses of the 20th century, known for her roles in films like The Leopard, Once Upon a Time in the West, and 8½.
But there’s more! Music, literature, and gastronomy events are woven throughout the whole week too, and it all wraps up with a closing gala at the Coliseu on the night of April 18. Note that the gala is for ages 18 and up.
2. Pablo Alborán – Global Tour Km0
When: April 25
Where: MEO Arena, Rossio dos Olivais
How much: From 26 to 90 EUR
Pablo Alborán is a Spanish musician, actor, and singer-songwriter. He is one of the most beloved international artists, and he’s back on stage with his massive Global Tour KM0.
It’s kind of a return to his roots, but with more energy than ever. Each show will bring together the passion of his timeless hits and a fresh, mature sound from his new album KM0.
3. Ibrahim Maalouf & The Trumpets of Michel-Ange
When: April 4
Where: Coliseu dos Recreios, Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 96
How much: From 40 to 60 EUR
Have you ever heard of a quarter-tone trumpet?
Ibrahim Maalouf plays one, invented by his own father actually, and the sound is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. He mixes classical, jazz, and Middle Eastern music in a way that will make you want to hear more and more of it.
If you’re up for a night where different cultures and styles meet on stage, this concert should definitely be on your April to-do list.
4. Baroque Apotheosis
When: April 8, 14, and 28
Where: Grande Auditório, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Av. Berna 45A
How much: 10-35 EUR
Bach’s six Brandenburg Concertos live — does it get better than that?! These are some of the most joyful and inventive pieces ever written, and each one is completely different from the next. Also on the program: Bach’s violin concertos.
If all of this wasn’t enough, the Grande Auditório of the Gulbenkian is one of the most beautiful concert halls in Lisbon, so the setting alone makes it worth it.
5. Illusion Show with Henry & Klauss
When: April 10 and 11
Where: Coliseu dos Recreios, Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 96
How much: From 25 to 38 EUR
Now, here’s something you should definitely book your April calendar for: a magic show that will put your senses to work and allow your logic to rest. Henry and Klauss are bringing to Portugal one of the greatest magic shows ever. After filling theaters across Brazil and becoming one of the most talked-about illusionist duos in Latin America, they’re finally landing in Porto and Lisbon.
You can expect mind-blowing tricks, interactive moments, and a completely original soundtrack. It’s also great for children too!
6. Quartet for the End of Time
When: April 7
Where: Grande Auditório, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Av. Berna 45A
How much: 15 EUR
This one is for music lovers who enjoy something with a story behind it! Olivier Messiaen, a French composer, organist, and ornithologist, and one of the greatest composers of the 20th century, wrote this piece while being a prisoner of war in a German camp in 1941. It premiered there, on a freezing January night, for fellow prisoners and their guards.
Just four instruments: clarinet, violin, cello, and piano, but the result is absolutely breathtaking. This promises to be a truly moving evening, and there aren’t many tickets left, so hurry up and get yours.
7. New Gang Festival
When: April 4
Where: MEO Arena, Rossio dos Olivais
How much: From 40 to 90 EUR
After several sold-out editions, the New Gang Festival is back. It’s a major Portuguese trap, rap, and funk festival, so if that’s something you think you’d enjoy, go for it. In fact, it’s one of the biggest festivals of its kind in Europe.
The whole aesthetic this year is futuristic and cyberpunk, so expect the visuals to be as wild as the music. Orochi, Teto, and MC Meno K are already confirmed, with more names to come.
Grab your tickets before they sell out.
8. O Complexo
When: April 2
Where: MEO Arena, Rossio dos Olivais
How much: From 32 to 75 EUR
Are you ready for six hours of funk at the MEO Arena?
On April 2, Lisbon’s MEO Arena will totally turn into a Rio-style party. It’s the first edition of O Complexo, the biggest funk festival Portugal has ever seen. The lineup already looks amazing, with MC Livinho and MC Tuto kicking things off.
Funk is really taking over in Portugal. We hear it more and more on the streets, see it all over social media, and now it’s even playing on national radio. On streaming platforms, it’s everywhere too, with tracks from the genre constantly topping the charts straight to Portugal’s biggest arena. So, if you’re a funk music enthusiast, get your ticket today.
9. Gulbenkian Choir A Cappella
When: April 22, at 8:00 pm
Where: Grande Auditório, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Av. Berna 45A
How much: 12 EUR
The Gulbenkian Choir takes the stage for an evening of German Romantic choral music. You’ll have the opportunity to listen to works by Schubert, Robert Schumann, Clara Schumann, and Brahms!
The ticket is only 12 EUR, and it is honestly one of the best deals in Lisbon this month.
10. A Batalha do K-Pop em Concerto (Tribute)
When: April 25
Where: MEO Arena, Rossio dos Olivais
How much: From 35 to 45 EUR
You know that mix of K-pop energy and movie-style storytelling?
That’s what this show is all about. It blends music, dance, and striking visuals to create an experience that feels more like stepping into a fantasy world than watching a concert. After touring major stages worldwide, A Batalha do K-POP Em Concerto (Tribute) arrives in Portugal, already known as a show that’s bringing a whole generation of fans together.
And it’s suitable for everyone: kids (minimum age 6), teens, and families! So, if you’re free in the afternoon of April 25 and don’t know how to entertain your kid, grab your tickets as soon as possible.
You’ll listen to familiar hits like Golden, Soda Pop, and How It’s Done, plus enjoy powerful choreography and vibrant visuals.
11. Naruto Shippuden Symphonic Experience
When: April 24
Where: Coliseu dos Recreios, Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 96
How much: From 35 to 80 EUR
Naruto fans, you’re in for a treat! The most iconic moments of Naruto Shippuden will be performed live by a full orchestra with rock, pop, and traditional Japanese instruments all in one show.
After the success of the Naruto Symphonic Experience, the story continues with a new concert film dedicated to the epic Shippuden saga. The show blends unforgettable moments from the series with live music, a true moment for any Naruto fans.
The show runs about 3 hours with a 20-minute break, and it doesn’t start until 9:30 p.m., so make sure you’re free the next morning.
12. António Zambujo – Prayer to Time
When: April 16 and 17
Where: Coliseu dos Recreios, Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 96
How much: From 25 to 55 EUR
António Zambujo, one of Portugal’s most famous singers and songwriters, is back with his new album, Oração ao Tempo. The title track is a duet recorded with Caetano Veloso in the Brazilian legend’s own studio.
The show starts at 9:30 p.m. and lasts an hour and a half, so, if you want to experience a bit of Portuguese culture first-hand, be sure to put this on your calendar.
13. Alexandre Farto aka Vhils – Selected Editions 2008–2024
When: Until May 3 (Tue–Thu and Sun: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm; Fri–Sat: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm)
Where: MUDE – Museu do Design e da Moda, Rua Augusta 24
How much: Check mude.pt
Vhils is probably the most internationally recognized Portuguese street artist. His technique is unlike anything else: he carves portraits directly into walls! This exhibition at MUDE brings together almost two decades of his work.
Also featured in the exhibition is his CLAY tile collection, a beautiful reinterpretation of the traditional Portuguese azulejo. You have until May 3 to catch it. The exhibition is at MUDE, which is located right in the heart of the city. After immersing yourself in Vhils’ work, you can go for a walk on Rua Augusta and watch the sunset over the Tagus River.
