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Porto’s iconic market celebrates its anniversary with a weekend of concerts, book launches, environmental initiatives, and family-friendly activities between September 18 and 19. The celebration culminates with a headline performance by David Bruno. To mark the fourth anniversary of the building’s reopening following its restoration, celebrated on September 15, Mercado do Bolhão presents an entirely […]
Bolhão Market is once again opening its doors to families with the return of the “Family Saturdays” series. The initiative, which was a success in previous editions, is once again part of the venue’s official program, offering a regular schedule designed to enliven the market experience in a playful, creative, and participatory environment. Held monthly, […]
Mercado do Bolhão hosted, this past Thursday, July 30th, the piano marathon that traditionally marks the start of Porto Piano Fest. The event, held for the fourth time in that space, brought together around 25 pianists of various ages, two days before the official opening of the festival’s 11th edition, which runs from August 1st […]
With the entry into force of the Free Metropolitan Pass for Porto residents, getting to Mercado do Bolhão is now simpler, more convenient, and more affordable. It’s a measure that addresses one of the main challenges identified by market visitors, inviting more Porto residents to enjoy the commercial, gastronomic, and cultural offerings of this iconic […]
Developed by the Municipal Health Department of the Porto City Council, the digital book was officially made available to the public during a presentation session held this Friday at the Bolhão Market. Throughout its 21 pages, the municipality invites readers to “cook the future” through tips for a healthy and sustainable diet, without ever forgetting […]
The Bolhão Market (Mercado do Bolhão) is one of the semifinalist heritage sites in the New 7 Wonders of Portugal, a national initiative returning in 2026 to honor some of the country’s most iconic landmarks. Competing in the “20th Century” category, the historic market from the city of Porto is part of the North regional […]
The Bolhão Market is dressing up for a celebration once again. During the month of June, the market celebrates São João with a full program that brings the best of Porto’s popular tradition. The celebrations kick off on May 30th with the São João Balloon Workshop and run until June 27th, featuring community “cascata” (traditional […]
Under the motto “Uma app à Bolhão”, the city’s most iconic Market officially launches its first mobile application. The main objective of this platform is to bring the market closer to the community’s daily life, modernizing the visitor experience and bringing the essence of Bolhão just a click away. Designed to be a practical and […]
The Bolhão Market will be at the Palácio de Cristal on May 30th and 31st and June 1st, featuring several activities dedicated to children. Over the three days, visitors can find a wheel of fortune with various prizes—such as fruit from the Market’s traders, tote bags, and discount vouchers—as well as a creative space where […]
