We know how important it is to continue connecting with people, that is why we facilitate free online Coffee & Conversations meetings, so you won't miss out on your weekly chat with your new international friends, every Wednesday at 10:30am.
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Founded and run by expats, the Expat Centre Portugal helps internationals who live in or visit the Algarve region to build connections and friendships through social meet ups.

The West Coast Car Boot Sale, normally held on the first Sunday of each month, will not now be taking place on the 5th of April, having been cancelled due to the current coronavirus situation. Hopefully it will be able to start again on the 3rd of May depending on how the situation progresses. We will keep everyone informed of any developments.

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus threat and the recommended measures in place, there will be no bike rides for the time being. 

Join us for one of our bike rides through the Algarve countryside, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. See details below.

Starting on Super Tuesday, March 3 running until March 10, there will be 12 public voting events in Portugal to help the estimated 5,000 Americans residing in Portugal to choose the Democratic candidate to run against President Donald J. Trump in the United States 2020 Presidential election.

After the first Picnic that inaugurated the Forgotten Food Festival last October 19th in Silves, these moments for sharing and celebrating Algarvian traditions are back to brighten Spring and deliver unforgettable food experiences.

What are the Charm Picnics? A return to the past in the present - recreating the picnics of old days and their socializing role in rural communities of the Algarve.

The Out-(In)Verno Festival focuses on globalism seen through the lens of the Algarve region, offering projects addressing our identity, directed at anyone and everyone, with the goal of offering a great cultural dip into the history of the Algarve, and the whole of Portugal. The initial premise that founded this festival was the goal of offering projects and events showing the bond between Art, Science, and Heritage.

Browse or download the Visit Algarve Guide to all events happening throughout the Algarve each month. Something’s always going on in the Algarve. Concerts, plays, dance performances, exhibitions, sporting events, popular festivities, themed festivals, fairs and markets all combine to make your holiday exciting. Take a look at the guide and decide what you don’t want to miss!

CLICK HERE to see the free guide.

Join Daniel Fox and local volunteers to clean up the Eastern Algarve. Based in Tavira, the Facebook group "East Algarve Cleanup" are trying to make a difference in the community by picking up rubbish across the Eastern Algarve region, especially plastic.