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Porto hosts International Festival of Electronic Music in July
RPMM Portugal - Representing People Music Movement is the theme of the Electronic Music Festival that will take place at the Customs Building in the city of Porto, on 28 and 29 July. In a statement, the organization explains that the purpose is to "turn Porto historic centre in the perfect playground for the lovers of this musical genre".
Cleantech Camp opens call for 2018
Cleantech Camp programme enters its third edition to promote technology transfer and entrepreneurship in the field of clean energy. This call is launched by InnoEnergy, Gas Natural Fenosa, Barcelona Activa and Porto City Hall.
Japanese street stall is restored and returned to the Mompilher square
The iconic and centenarian street stall at Mompilher square is again part of the urban landscape, after having been degraded and dismantled some years ago. The structure was heavily damaged following a fire in 2014. It is classified as a Public Interest Building and it is the only private street stall in the city of Porto.
Celebrating 30 years of Puppet Theatre in Porto
The celebrations to mark 30 years of Puppet Theatre in Porto kick-off today with the performance "Fausto", staged by Roberto Merino, in honour of the company's founder, João Paulo Seara Cardoso (1956-2010). "Fausto", will be on stage at the Teatro de Belomonte till 4 February, with sessions from Thursdays to Sundays.
Porto is finding "smart city" solutions
The most innovative idea wins 30 thousand euros. The EU endorses this form of encouragement in the framework of the European competition towards finding "smart city" solutions in the area of mobility, as an integral part of other challenges that lead to three cities within the European Union: Porto (Portugal), Cologne (Germany) and Trikala (Greece).
KINO brings German speaking films to Rivoli and Passos Manuel
KINO - German Film Festival celebrates its 15th edition and as of 24 January, the Rivoli Theatre and the Passos Manuel Cinema will feature a comprehensive programme that includes the latest films in the German language. This event is jointly organised by the Goethe Institut and Porto Municipal Theatre.
Tennis sport doubles its potential in the city of Porto
The Monte Aventino Sports Centre in the city of Porto, inaugurated in 1997, opens a new chapter in its history. Modernised and arranged to new needs, the centre will became a centre of excellence for the practice of tennis, as well as an ideal space to host large events in Racket Sports.
Seaport of Leixões sets an historic record of freight handling in 2017
Last year was, most definitely, a very positive year for the seaport of Leixões, establishing new freight handling records, with 19.5 million tons of cargo handled, in other words, 0.8 p.p. up regarding the year 2016.
Tripass 2018 even more inviting
Tripass 2018 is even more inviting as its main purpose is to spur the return of cinema shows to the city centre. With a brand new appealing image, the Tripass is an initiative launched by Porto City Hall in 2017 and it grants discounts in cinema shows at Porto Municipal Theatre (Rivoli and Campo Alegre), Passos Manuel and Trindade.
Concert in favour of Syrian students brings together Pedro Burmester and Mário Laginha at Casa da Música
Renowned pianists Mário Laginha and Pedro Burmester will play on 4 February at Casa da Música to support students from Syria. The concert is scheduled for 6 pm and it is jointly organised by Casa da Música and the Global Platform for Syrian Students. This event is held under the high patronage of the former President of the Republic, Jorge Sampaio.