Autumn settles over Lisbon with soft light and mild days, a perfect time to wander between cultural happenings and the river. From early October through late November 2026, the city hosts a remarkable run of festivals, forums, and competitions. Whether you come for film, fashion, music, or ideas, Lisbon keeps the energy going as the season shifts.
Doc Lisboa – Documentary Film Festival
1 October 2026 · Lisbon
For documentary lovers, Doc Lisboa opens on October 1, 2026, bringing a slate of nonfiction films to venues across the city. It is a chance to settle into darkened rooms and see stories from around the world, with the buzz of filmmakers and audiences in the air. The festival mood feels thoughtful and curious, matching the gentle autumn days outside.
Official site: Doc Lisboa – Documentary Film Festival
Lisbon Fashion Week (Moda Lisboa)
7 October 2026 · Lisbon
If you follow fashion, Lisbon Fashion Week (Moda Lisboa) begins on October 7, 2026, in the city. Runway shows and presentations spotlight Portuguese and international designers, drawing a stylish crowd. Being there feels like catching a creative wave, with the excitement of new collections and the easy rhythm of Lisbon in fall.
Official site: Lisbon Fashion Week (Moda Lisboa)
Game Changers Forum with Barack Obama
10 October 2026 · Lisbon
For those who enjoy big ideas, the Game Changers Forum with Barack Obama takes place on October 10, 2026, in Lisbon. It is a gathering that promises conversation and reflection, with an audience tuned in to leadership and change. The atmosphere is expectant and engaged, a good fit for travellers who like their trips with a dose of inspiration.
Official site: Game Changers Forum with Barack Obama
World Aviation Festival
13 October 2026 · Lisbon
If you work in or follow aviation, the World Aviation Festival starts on October 13, 2026, in Lisbon. It brings together industry professionals for talks, exhibitions, and networking. The feel is busy and forward-looking, ideal for anyone curious about how we fly and where the field is heading.
Official site: World Aviation Festival
MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal
16 October 2026 · Lisbon
For surf fans and active travellers, the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal kicks off on October 16, 2026, in Lisbon. Competition heats up as surfers take on the waves, and spectators gather to watch the action. The coastal energy is contagious, with the sea and the city both alive in the autumn air.
Official site: MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal
Portugal Legends Championship
30 October 2026 · Lisbon
If you love sport, the Portugal Legends Championship takes place on October 30, 2026, in Lisbon. It is a chance to see celebrated athletes back in action, with a crowd that appreciates the history of the game. The mood is nostalgic and lively, a treat for those who enjoy watching seasoned competitors.
Official site: Portugal Legends Championship
Misty Fest
1 November 2026 · Lisbon
For music lovers, Misty Fest begins on November 1, 2026, in Lisbon. The festival brings a series of concerts across the city, with a lineup that leans into intimate and atmospheric sounds. Being there feels like discovering new favourites in warm venues as the nights draw in.
LEFFEST – Lisbon and Sintra Film Festival
1 November 2026 · Lisbon
For film enthusiasts, LEFFEST starts on November 1, 2026, in Lisbon and Sintra. It offers a curated selection of cinema in two distinctive settings, from the capital to the hills. The experience is both urban and slightly escapist, perfect for travellers who like their film festivals with a change of scene.
Cinanima International Animation Film Festival
6 November 2026 · Lisbon
If animation is your thing, the Cinanima International Animation Film Festival begins on November 6, 2026, in Lisbon. It celebrates animated shorts and features from around the world, drawing artists and fans. The atmosphere is playful and inventive, a delight for anyone who loves hand-drawn or digital storytelling.
Official site: Cinanima International Animation Film Festival
Web Summit
9 November 2026 · Lisbon
For tech and startup crowds, Web Summit starts on November 9, 2026, in Lisbon. Thousands of attendees gather for talks, demos, and networking across the tech world. The energy is electric and nonstop, suited to those who want to plug into the latest ideas and meet people from everywhere.
Super Bock Super Rock concerts
17 November 2026 · Lisbon
For concertgoers, Super Bock Super Rock concerts take place on November 17, 2026, in Lisbon. It is a night of live music that draws a big, enthusiastic crowd. The vibe is celebratory and loud, a fine way to end an autumn visit with music ringing in your ears.
Official site: Super Bock Super Rock concerts
With mild days and a calendar full of film, fashion, music, sport, and ideas, Lisbon in October and November 2026 is the kind of trip you will want to book before the season fills up.
Dates come from the organisers and our weekly events research; always check the official site before you travel.