Lisbon hosts Taylor Swift concerts this Friday and Saturday at the Estádio da Luz, marking her debut in Portugal. On Sunday, the Portuguese Cup final will be held in Oeiras, and regional elections will also take place on Sunday in Madeira. It's a busy weekend, especially in the capital and surrounding areas, but there are many alternative programs to enjoy over the next few days. Check out the list of 13 suggestions that Lifestyle ao Minuto has put together for you. 

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1- Craft 

Are you a fan of craft beer? A festival dedicated to this beverage will be held from Friday, May 24, to Sunday, May 26 at the World Of Wine in Vila Nova de Gaia. More than 20 brewers from all over the country will be present. You can also expect lots of entertainment, music, and snacks. 

Address: Rua do Choupelo 39, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
Price: free admission; cup (€2)
Hours: Friday (6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.); Saturday (3:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.); and Sunday (3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)

2- Lisbon & Wine Market

For wine lovers, the fifth edition of this event will take place on Saturday and Sunday, highlighting small and medium-sized Portuguese wine producers. The event will be held at the Lisbon Marriott Hotel, where you will have the opportunity to taste multiple wines and participate in guided tastings. 

Address: Avenida dos Combatentes 45, 1600-042 Lisbon
Price: between €14 and €18
Hours: Saturday (2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) and Sunday (2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) 

3- Caracol Festival

The snail season has officially begun. Do you like them? During the weekend, a festival dedicated to this delicacy will be held at Largo Conde da Esperança, in Cuba do Alentejo. Of course, in addition to the traditional food and drinks, multiple musical performances are scheduled. 

Address: Largo Conde da Esperança, 7940-144 Cuba
Price: free admission
Hours: Friday (6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.); Saturday (5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.); and Sunday (5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.)

4- 'Swiftie Spot'

Do you have a ticket to Taylor Swift's concert? Even if you don't you can visit the Centro Colombo in Lisbon until Saturday and see a space dedicated to all the singer's fans. A station has been set up where you can make friendship bracelets and a 'videobooth' where you can dress up like the artist.

Address: Avenida Lusíada, 1500-392 Lisbon
Price: free admission
Hours: Friday and Saturday (12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) 

5- Love Tour - The Biggest Singles Party in Portugal

On Friday, at the Marvila Nova space in Lisbon, a big singles party will take place. This is a unique experience for the couple and all their guests. Rosinha will be the headliner, but in addition to this, a performance by 'drag queens' and a DJ set are scheduled. 

Address: Rua de Marvila 36-38, 1950-200 Lisbon
Price: dinner and party (€79); party only (€44)
Hours: 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

6-  Santo António à la Time Out

To open the season of popular saints in Lisbon, Time Out has organized another street party that will take place on Saturday at Kubo. To eat (and drink) you will have at your disposal many sardines, of course, as well as dozens of spaces, including Prego da Peixaria, Street Chow, and Poke House. To accompany all this, you can count on popular Portuguese music. 

Address: Cais da Viscondessa, 1200-109 Lisbon
Price: €40
Hours: 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.