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Madeira events calendar 2026
Planning a trip this year? The official calendar of festivals and cultural shows, and the car to drive between them.
Planning a trip to the island this year? Check out the official Madeira events calendar 2026 to experience our best traditional festivals and cultural shows. You will need the perfect vehicle to drive between all these celebrations, so let's get you on the road with GAR 105 Car Rental to explore every event comfortably!
The official calendar
The full programme is on the Visit Madeira website: visitmadeira.com/en/whats-on/events.
We update this page regularly to ensure you do not miss any major celebrations. Save it for your upcoming trip.
To visit all these festivals and explore the island at your own pace, you will need a reliable vehicle. Reserve your car with GAR 105 and let's get you on the road!
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