WHERE TRADITION MEETS MANAGEMENT, CULTURE, AND THE FUTURE. Festivals and celebrations are one of Portugal's greatest cultural and social expressions. More than 350 are national in scope (featuring nationally or internationally booked artists) - a number that multiplies further when accounting for local-scale initiatives. They take place in municipalities, towns, and cities, mobilise communities, attract thousands of visitors, and involve an extensive network of professionals,

On the 13th of March 2027, the 11th edition of the Iberian Festival Awards will take place, the gala that awards the best of Iberian festivals (from promotors, to brands, service providers), having a huge impact on the recognition of the festival industry in Portugal and Spain. This gala is part of Talkfest - Music Fest Summit, an exclusive Aporfest - Portuguese Music Festivals Association event that promotes activities related to the music festival industry. This edition of

Fifth Wave of Programming Announced The fifth wave of confirmed speakers for the 14th edition of Talkfest – Music Fest Summit 2026 has been announced. Andrea Galasso and Francisco Mendonça will join the Conferences program, Filipe Brigida and Nuno Varela will participate in the Pitchstage . Diogo Costa, Eurico Pinto, and Luís Silva (Mossgreen) will be part of the Research panel. The event will also feature a performance by Radiolina during (At Lunch) A DJ Saved My Life . T