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30 to 31

Entertainment in downtown Funchal

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, Largo da Restauração

Ambient music

Flower Market

Performances by folklore groups and concerts

Diverse entertainment

Flower carpets and decorations

Flower Carpets

During the Flower Festival, the city fills with colour due to the traditional flower carpets, which can be admired along the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, next to the Flower Market, in front of the building “Loja do Cidadão” as well as in the square - Largo do Corpo Santo. These ephemeral creations stand out for their geometric designs and meticulous combination of flowers and greens, revealing the creativity and know-how associated with Madeiran tradition. More than just decorations, the flower carpets are an artistic expression which celebrates the beauty and diversity of the flora in Madeira, providing residents and visitors with a journey filled with colour, fragrance, and charm.

Flower and Regional Products Market

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Timetable

Sunday to Thursday 10:00 – 00:00

Friday and Saturday 10:00 – 01:00

During the Flower Festival, discover the tastes of Madeira at the Flower and Regional Products Market. Among flowers and colours, taste the regional sweets, bolo do caco, cider, craft beer and the traditional poncha. In a festive and welcoming atmosphere, this spot celebrates Madeiran traditions through aromas, flavours and entertainment, inviting visitors and residents to fully experience the spirit of the festival.

Performances and diverse entertainment

The Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga features daily performances by folclore groups and music moments which entertain the heart of the Flower Festival. Amidst sounds, colours and movement, the setting invites you to leisurely stroll and enjoy the festive atmosphere which fills the entire city. This is a location for gatherings and celebration, where music, tradition and joy, make each visit even more special.

71st Flower Exhibition

Largo da Restauração

Timetable

30 April

18:00 – 23:00

From 01 to 31 May (except 7, 14, 21 and 28 May)

10:00 – 23:00

07, 14, 21 and 28 May

10:00 – 20:00

At the Flower Exhibition, visitors are invited to embark on a sensory journey through Madeira Island, where landscape, culture and emotion come together on a journey that takes them from the sea to the mountains, from nature to the table, and from art to the joy of feeling.

Madeira Embroidery Pavillion

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Timetable

10:00 – 19:00

The Madeira Embroidery Pavillion, organized by the Madeira Wine, Embroidery and Handicrafts Institute (IVBAM), is a location dedicated to celebrating the Region’s cultural identity and traditional regional craftsmanship. Here, the Madeira Embroidery stands out as one of the most recognized expressions of regional tradition, alongside other forms of handicrafts that reflect the island’s creativity and diversity. Throughout the event, the public will also be able to participate in workshops and get a close look at creative techniques and processes, in a true celebration of Madeiran art, tradition and culture.

04, 06, 12, 15, 19, 20, 22, 25 and 28 May

Flower Workshops

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Concert Stage

15:00

Take part in the Flower Workshops and discover cuisine inspired by Madeira’s regional products. Dedicated to flavours, here, you can savour and learn more about local culinary traditions in an atmosphere which celebrates the Region’s authenticity and richness. It’s an experience where flavours are the highlight, inviting you to savour and discover tastes during the Flower Festival.

30 April Thursday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Folk Area 15:00

Boa Nova Folklore and Ethnographic Group Avenida Arriaga – next to the Cathedral 18:30

To mark the start of the Flower Festival, the company, Bordal – Bordados da Madeira, presents a fashion show showcasing a new collection which offers a contemporary approach to Madeira Embroidery, reinterpreting it in terms of design, image and communication, whilst remaining true to its roots in terms of Madeiran tradition and identity.

This moment creates a natural connection between Madeira Embroidery and the Flower Festival, two of the Region’s most iconic symbols, where authenticity, creativity and conviviality come together. This is a celebration of Madeira Embroidery as a living heritage, constantly renewing itself, affirming its importance both now and in the future.

Concert Stage 21:00

Concert by Desdobramento

01 and 02

May

Palheiro Gardens Golf Classic

São Gonçalo, Palheiro Gardens

With one of the most stunning views over Funchal’s bay, the Palheiro Golf Course will be the privileged setting for the Palheiro Gardens Golf Classic for the sixth time, a golf competition held within the Flower Festival. This event attracts approximately a hundred participants over a weekend which combines three unique elements: the lush gardens that surround the course, the golf itself, and of course, the unmistakable Madeira Wine. Experience the elegance of this tournament which celebrates the passion for golf in perfect harmony with nature and the authentic flavours of the Region.

01 May Friday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga 18:00

Performance by Tuna D`Elas - Tuna Feminina da Universidade da Madeira

Folk Area

11:00

Ribeira Brava Community Centre Folkore Group Brava

Concert Stage

21:00

Concert by the Fado singer Susana Andrade

Wall of Hope

Praça do Município

Symbolic creation of the Wall of Hope

More than just a symbolic moment, the creation of the Wall of Hope is one of the most moving celebrations of the Flower Festival, marked by purity, joy and the message of peace conveyed by the children.

Coming from various places around the island, they bring colourful flowers, often picked from the gardens of their own homes, to adorn the Wall of Hope. For more than four decades, this collective gesture has become one of the festival’s most striking symbols, representing the desire for a better world, based on hope, unity and harmony.

This event counts on the participation of the Camacha Children’s and Youth Folklore Groups, as well as the Ponta do Sol Folklore School, which enrich this moment with the authenticity of Madeiran traditions.

09:30

Gathering of the children in front of the Municipal Garden

10:00

Departure of the Children’s Parade – Itinerary: Avenida Arriaga, Avenida Zarco, Rua Câmara Pestana, Largo do Município

11:00

Symbolic creation of the Wall of Hope, pigeon release, followed by the children’s performance

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Concert Stage

18:00

Concert by B2B Band 21:00

Concert by the Francisco Lopes Trio

Madeira Congress Centre

18:00

Flower festival Concert - Madeira Classical Orchestra, featuring bandoneon and accordion player Mario Stefano Pietrodarchi, conducted by Maestro Mikica Jevtić

03 and 17 May

Sunday

47th Allegoric Flower Parade

16:30

Since 1979, the Flower Parade has been the most iconic and enchanting highlight of the Flower Festival, transforming Funchal’s city centre into a true garden in motion.

In this spectacular event, hundreds of participants, including many children, parade in meticulously crafted costumes, accompanied by choreography, music and floats richly decorated with thousands of flowers. In 2026, given the growing scale of the event, the parade will take place over two days, allowing for a better appreciation of the details, greater comfort for the public and the opportunity for more visitors to witness this unique display.

On each day, Avenida do Mar fills with colour, fragrance and joy, in a celebration that remains the highlight of the Flower Festival.

To acquire tickets to watch the parade from the grandstands, consult the following link:

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Itinerary: Departure from Praça da Autonomia, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south lane) until the Francisco Sá Carneiro Roundabout and Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro.

Order and theme of the participating groups in the Allegoric Parade: 03 May:

- João Egídio Rodrigues -”50 Anos em Flor” (50 Years in Bloom)

- Rosa Flor - Associação Cultural, Recreativa e Desportiva e Escola de Samba -“A Rosa da Autonomia: 50 Primaveras de Liberdade” (The Rose of Autonomy: 50 Springs of Freedom)

- Associação Tramas e Enredos - “Do Mar à Serra” (From the Sea to the Mountains)

- Escola de Samba Caneca Furada - “50 Anos de Identidade Madeirense” (50 Years of Madeiran Identity)

- Associação Animad - “Aqua”

- Associação de Animação Geringonça - “Serena” (Serene)

- Nuvem D’Afectos – Associação de Animação

- “Madeira, do Ontem ao Atual - Florescer com Rigor” (Madeira, From the Past to the Present –Thriving with Rigor)

17 May:

- Palco D’Emoções – Associação Cultural, Recreativa, Desportiva e Escola de Samba - “A Flor da Liberdade” (The Flower of Freedom)

- Poeira D´Enigmas – Associação Recreativa, Cultural e Escola de Samba - “Florescer da Autonomia” (Blossoming of the Autonomy)

- Isabel Borges - “Baile Primavera” (Spring Dance)

- Sorrisos de Fantasia - “Freedom”

- Associação Batucada da Madeira – ABM“Madeira em Flor, Aroma e Cor” (Madeira in Bloom, Aroma and Colour)

- Associação FT – Fitness Team - “Rise”

- Associação Cultural Império da Ilha“Autonomia em Flor” (Autonomy in Bloom)

Allegoric Floats Display Funchal, Pier 8 Parking

19:30

Next to Praça do Povo, near Pier 8, visit the Allegoric Floats Display of the first parade of the Flower Festival. This display will showcase the floats, that took part in the parade, as true works of art in which flowers create scenes brimming with colour, creativity and intricate detail. Take the opportunity to view these floral creations up close and admire the meticulous work evident in every detail.

The display will be open until the day following each parade, that being 4 and 18 May respectively, until 6pm.

03 May

Sunday

1 Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga Folk Area

11:00

Caniçal Community Centre Folklore Group Concert Stage 21:00

Concert by Carlota Correia Quarteto

04 May

Monday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga 18:00

Performance by Tuna D`Elas Concert Stage

15:00

Chestnut Buiscuit Workshop - Curral das Freiras Community Centre 21:00

Concert by STRALBand

06 May

Wednesday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga Concert Stage 15:00

Fortified Madeira Wine Cocktail Workshop –Madeira Barmen Association 21:00

Concert by 4Cantos

05 May

Tuesday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga Folk Area

11:00

Calheta Folklore Group

18:00

Romarias Antigas do Rochão Group Concert Stage

21:00

Concert by Thelma Fenix

07 May

Thursday

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga Folk Area 18:00

Campanário Community Centre Folklore Group Concert Stage 21:00

Concert by Heloísa Sousa

Wall of Solidarity

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

15:00

The symbolic Wall of Solidarity is erected in the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, in a ceremony that celebrates unity and the spirit of sharing. Members from various charitable organisations come together to build a wall of flowers, in a simple, yet deeply meaningful gesture.

This participation adds an inclusive and emotional dimension to the event, bearing witness to the fact that solidarity is also expressed through beauty and collaboration. This is a special moment at the Flower Festival, where flowers symbolise the connection between people and the power of solidarity.

Concert by the Empress Sissy Hungarian Salon Orchestra – “Flower Fantasy”

Heliport – Pier 8 21:00

This year’s edition of the Flower Festival features the show “Flower Fantasy”, a celebration of Madeiran talent that brings together some of the Region’s finest voices, including Vânia Fernandes, Alberto Sousa, Cláudia Sousa, João Camacho, Paulo Soares and Duarte Santos.

The Greatest Showman

From the Greatest Showman to the magic of the Disney universe, the programme offers a diverse music range covering different styles, including opera, operetta and the famous waltzes by Johann Strauss. The performance will also be enhanced by the Prestige Dance Club, which will present its national champions under the direction of Oksana Kerekesh, Mariana Menezes and Vladimir Kerekesh. The show will also feature special appearances by the Bolo de Caco Theatre Group and the group, Sorrisos de Fantasia, who promise to add moments of surprise and charm to this artistic celebration. Tickets for this concert are free, yet limited, and will be available at the Tourist Office, located in Avenida Arriaga.

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga 16:30

Street entertainment by the Tunas, Women’s University Music Groups, from mainland Portugal

Concert Stage 21:00

Concert by Andrea Vergel

09 and 30

May

Performances by the “Flower Groups”

Heliport – Pier 8

15:00 – 18:00

The groups participating in the Allegorical Parades of the Flower Festival present vibrant choreographies and dazzling costumes in a show brimming with colour, joy and creativity. Taking place on two Saturdays, these performances celebrate the beauty of flowers and the festive spirit that marks this very special event.

The Heliport at Pier 8 is transformed into a large open-air amphitheatre, where the audience, seated in the stands, can enjoy a front-row view of this show filled with movement and energy. The entrance is free, but subject to the venue’s capacity, with the tickets being available at the Tourist Office, located in Avenida Arriaga.

09, 10, 29 and

30 May

Flower Concerts

Held within the Flower Festival, four concerts will take place in some of Madeira’s most iconic gardens. Aimed at decentralizing the festival, these sessions combine a diverse music programme with magnificent natural settings. In these unique locations, tourists and residents alike are invited to enjoy high-quality music performances, surrounded by the richness and diversity of Madeiran flora. Each concert offers an immersive experience, where music and nature come together in a truly special atmosphere.

To obtain the free tickets, please register at www.retoica.com.

09 May

Saturday

Performances by the “Flower Groups”

Heliport – Pier 8

15:00 – 16:00

Performances by the groups Rosa Flor “The Rose of Autonomy: 50 Springs of Freedom”, Tramas e Enredos “From the Sea to the Mountains” and Caneca Furada “50 Years of Madeiran Identity” 17:00 – 18:00

Performances by the groups Animad “Aqua”, Geringonça “Serene” e Nuvem D’Afectos “Madeira, from the Past to the Present –Thriving with Rigor”

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga Folk Area 11:00

Monte Verde Folclore Group 15:00

Ponta do Sol Folclore Group

Concert Stage 18:00

Concert by the Fajã da Ovelha String Group 21:00

Concert by Filipe Passos “No Atlântico me Confesso”

Madeira Gym Flower Fest Heliporto – Cais 8 19:30

The Madeira Gymnastics Association (AGIM) presents the Madeira Gym Flower Fest, a unique visual show which invites residents and tourists to participate actively. Held within the 2026 Flower Festival, the event centres on the 50th anniversary of the autonomy of the Autonomous Region of Madeira and the 25th anniversary of AGIM, marking two milestones of great significance. Combining gymnastics and dance, the performances reflect values such as collaboration, resilience and integration — pillars of Madeiran culture — transforming the experience into an interactive and engaging moment. This event builds a bridge between visitors and the local community, celebrating the connection between sports,

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art and nature.

More than just a performance, it is an opportunity to discover Madeira as a destination which combines leisure, culture and well-being, in an original and innovative way.

Admission is free, subject to availability.

Madeira Congress Centre 20:30

XII EncanTunas – Festival de Tunas Femininas da Madeira (Women’s University Music Groups Festival)

Quinta das Cruzes Garden – Funchal 17:00

Flower Concerts – Piazzolla Quartet

10 May

Sunday

Madeira Flower Classic Auto Parade

16:30 – 17:30

The Madeira Flower Classic Auto Parade 2026 showcases 350 vehicles, including classic cars and bicycles, complemented by several hundred participants dressed in costumes featuring floral motifs.

This event combines the glamour of classic cars with Madeira’s flowers, adding an automotive dimension to the Flower Festival, where visitors and residents have a unique opportunity to admire some of the Region’s finest vehicles and automotive components in action.

Itinerary: Departure from Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north lane) until Praça da Autonomia, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south lane), Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, Harvey Foster Roundabout. Display along Avenida Francisco Sá Carneiro, until 18:30.

Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga

Folk Area