17th Mértola Hunting Fair

🆕 Matias Damásio, d.a.m.a, Buba Espinho, Bandidos do Cante, and Descendentes at the 17th Mértola Hunting Fair, which is debuting at a new location.

The 17th Mértola Hunting Fair returns October 23–25, 2026, with a stellar musical lineup and a revamped visitor experience. Big names in Portuguese and Portuguese-speaking music will perform in the municipality as part of a cultural program designed to attract diverse audiences and celebrate Alentejo’s identity, presenting unique moments of fusion where urban pop intersects directly with Cante Alentejano.

Major concerts highlight the event’s program and kick off on Friday night, October 23, at 10:30 p.m., with the romantic sounds of Matias Damásio. On Saturday, October 24, also at 10:30 p.m., d.a.m.a will take the stage, joined by Buba Espinho and the Bandidos do Cante for a unique show that blends contemporary sounds with the voices and deep roots of Alentejo’s cultural heritage. The cultural program concludes on October 25 at 5:00 p.m. with a performance by the group Descendentes.

The big news for this edition is the strategic move to the Municipal Sports and Recreation Park, with the goal of modernizing the event and improving the flow of the visitor experience, harmoniously connecting the performance areas, exhibition zones, and food service areas to provide a comfortable, immersive experience with improved accessibility. Admission to the venue is free; however, the customary request for a symbolic contribution of €1 remains in place, with all proceeds going to support a local non-profit organization.

Far beyond music, the 17th Hunting Fair establishes Mértola as the national hub for hunting and rural life. This year’s program reinforces the connection between hunting, land management, and biodiversity conservation through conferences and debates that bring together experts and researchers to discuss the sector’s future.

At the same time, the event serves as a major driver of the local economy, promoting traditional cuisine, tourism, and local products, complemented by unique activities such as dog demonstrations and falconry shows.

Mértola awaits you.