Three yearly Algarve events
The Algarve is not only one of the most visited regions in Europe, but thanks to its wonderful weather and rich, diverse and vibrant culture, it is also a modern hub for creative arts. The region is much more-so than great sandy beaches and wonderful food, so let’s take a bit of time and talk about three of the major, yearly, events that take place somewhere in the Algarve.
The Biker’s Festival
This festival usually takes place during the month of July, and it is in fact, the largest bike rally in Europe. Literally thousands of bikers from all across the continent travel to Faro to join the Moto Clube de Faro in this celebration of their two-wheeled machines.
Besides the obvious attraction of the thousands of bikes and peculiar characters, the festival always has a few solid live acts performing, from various places around the European continent, it’s a very mutli-national event.
Besides these you can of course find all sorts of trade stands, refreshment areas and other smaller entertainment shows.
The Al-Buhera Festival
Also in July, the town of Albufeira hosts a festival focused on local crafts, live music, gastronomy, many things that make up the wealth of culture from the Algarve.
The majority of activities will take place in the town’s Fisherman’s Square, which is also the place that you’d want to head to if you want to experience a real taste of Portugal.
The Silves Medieval Fair
This Fair usually starts towards the end of July and continues throughout the start of August. This Festival is held in the town of Silves, located in central Algarve and it is by far one of the biggest cultural events that take place every year in the region. It never fails to attract a large number of visitors from both Portugal, Europe and beyond, and it seems to be attracting an increasing number of visitors each year, as awareness of it grows.
For those who are medieval enthusiasts, whether it’s the culture, the costumes, the sword fighting, the food, or the sheer joy of the gathering, the Silves Medieval Fair is the place for you.
You can attend these and many more events with the help of Algarve car hire services.
