MOTELX 20th Horror Film Festival
Europe's premier genre film showcase kicks off its landmark 20th edition with international premieres and special screenings.
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For familiesThings to do in Lisbon, Portugal with kids
Family activities in Lisbon, Portugal right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
9 hand-picked things to do in Lisbon, Portugal right now · 5 with confirmed dates
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How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
☀️ This Weekend in Lisbon, Portugal
Handpicked experiences, markets, and gatherings for the upcoming days
Feira da Ladra Antique Market
Browse centuries-old traditions, vintage ceramics, vinyl records, and handmade crafts spread across the slopes of Campo de Santa Clara.
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Sobass & Friends Day-to-Night Container Session
Industrial container music sanctuary hosting an extended underground electronic session spanning open-air golden hour grooves into late night.
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🌙 Happening Tonight
Events and live sessions taking place this Tuesday evening
✨ New & Notable
Special limited-time exhibitions, cultural cycles, and festival previews
Gulbenkian Music: Kurtág & Jolas Centennial Cycle
Opening events of the new concert season honoring centenary composers György Kurtág and Betsy Jolas with intimate vocal-instrumental works.
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Picadeiro Fest Contemporary Music Showcase
A five-day celebration of creative contemporary sounds, featuring avant-garde jazz, acoustic ensembles, and diverse sonic perspectives.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Seamless weekend getaways within a short drive of the capital
Sintra's Romantic Palaces & Mountain Trails
Trade the city bustle for cool forest canopies, fairytale mountaintop architecture, and winding historic pathways just 40 minutes away.
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Serra da Arrábida & Crystal Coves
Discover turquoise waters lapped against dramatic limestone hills, pristine snorkeling spots, and fresh seafood restaurants by the harbor.
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🍷 Eat & Drink
Fresh seasonal spots, local wine bars, and neighborhood tables
Time Out Market Lisboa
Sample creations from some of Portugal’s finest emerging and established culinary talents under one soaring domed market roof.
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Mesa de Frades
Experience raw, unfiltered Fado performed by candlelight inside a former chapel decorated with historic hand-painted tiles.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Lisbon, Portugal with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include MOTELX 20th Horror Film Festival, Feira da Ladra Antique Market, and Sobass & Friends Day-to-Night Container Session. WonderKit refreshes this Lisbon, Portugal guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Lisbon, Portugal?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Lisbon, Portugal, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Lisbon, Portugal this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Lisbon, Portugal" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Lisbon, Portugal. Updated daily.
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