Lisbon news for October 2026 collects the city updates dated in that month, grouped by day. Browse transport, culture, food and everyday changes, then use each story’s practical advice to understand what it meant for a visit. These are dated announcements: check the latest arrangements before using an older fare or service detail.
Gulbenkian Museum entrance · 2017 archive site photograph, not the Art Library exhibition · Photo credits
Culture
Gulbenkian closes international arts support call early
Added 24 Oct 2026
Gulbenkian's internationalisation support call closed early on 20 October at 15:30 Lisbon time. Its page, updated on 21 October, attributes the closure to the large number of applications already supported. The call covered international projects in performing arts, visual arts, cinema and cross-disciplinary work.
If you’re here: The closure concerns this internationalisation call, not all Gulbenkian arts funding.
Wednesday 14 October
Centro Cultural de Belém · 2008 archive photograph, not the anniversary programme · Photo credits
Culture
MAC/CCB lists free anniversary programme for 23–25 October
Added 18 Oct 2026
MAC/CCB's programme lists free entry for its third-anniversary celebrations on 23–25 October. Friday includes the opening of Ângela Ferreira's Here I Stand exhibition, while the weekend schedule also lists guided visits, performances and family activities. The programme page was updated on 14 October.
If you’re here: Check the individual activity's time, age guidance and attendance conditions before setting off; free entry does not reserve a place.