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March 20, 21, and 22
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Câmara Municipal de Ourique
Ourique confirms Alentejo Pig Fair for March 20, 21, and 22
The Municipality of Ourique and the Association of Alentejo Pig Breeders (ACPA) are promoting the 18th edition of the Alentejo Pig Fair, one of the leading events in the municipality and the region, on March 20, 21, and 22, 2026. the 18th edition of the Alentejo Pig Fair, one of the municipality's and region's flagship events. Admission is free!
For three days, Ourique will once again become the epicenter of rural celebration, bringing together tradition, gastronomy, conviviality, authenticity, culture, and innovation. With a diverse program, the Alentejo Pig Fair is an invitation to discover and enjoy the best of the Alentejo.
Over almost two decades, the event has established itself as a showcase for the Alentejo pork industry, playing an important role in promoting rural identity, the local economy, and the knowledge and flavors associated with the world of agriculture and livestock.
The 2026 edition will once again feature a musical program, a technical program dedicated to the Alentejo pork industry, and a series of cultural and festive initiatives, reflecting the connection between tradition, production, gastronomy, and territory. The complete program will be announced in due course.
Ourique: a leading destination in the rural world
The event is a hallmark of Ourique's rural identity and a meeting point for visitors, producers, experts, and decision-makers, promoting the appreciation of traditions, the strengthening of the agri-food sector, and the affirmation of the Alentejo pig sector as an engine of development. The event is an invitation to enjoy an authentic and unforgettable experience, celebrating the best of Alentejo and the rural world.
For those interested in participating in the 2026 edition, registration is open until February 13. The Rules, Registration Form, and Declaration of Consent for the Processing of Personal Data are now available on the municipality's website.
Sun, 15 Nov · 16:00
Animation, comedy (Forgotten Island), directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado. 98 min. M6. Jo and Raissa, best friends, find a portal to the fantastic island of Nakali. The new DreamWorks animation.
Wed, 18 Nov · 10:30
Ourique Once Again Honors Commander Hélder Mendes with a Film Series An animated adventure for the youngest viewers, a look at contemporary Alentejo, and a cinematic portrait of Natália Correia. Three films, catering to different generations, make up this year’s edition of the Film Series in Honor of Hélder Mendes, organized by the Municipality of Ourique at the Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater. The first screening takes place on November 18 with “Dora: A Magical Adventure Under the Sea” (vp), a showing intended for preschoolers. On the 21st, “18 Holes to Paradise,” by João Nuno Pinto, hits the screen. The film is set on a farm in the Alentejo region affected by drought, where owners and workers experience the same reality from different perspectives. The screening is open to the public, admission is free, and Rui Pedro Tendinha will be present for a discussion following the screening. The series concludes on November 25 with “The Woman Who Died Standing,” by Rosa Coutinho Cabral, a cinematic essay on Natália Correia, her life, work, and influence on Portuguese culture. The screening is aimed at high school students. Three distinct films that, through cinema, continue the tribute to Hélder Mendes, a native of Ourique, filmmaker, cinematographer, and one of the pioneers of audiovisual media and television in Portugal.
Sat, 21 Nov · 10:00
Let's go forage for Serralhas and Pinheiro. Learn about their medicinal and edible properties and how to use them for our well-being
Sat, 21 Nov · 21:30
Ourique Once Again Honors Commander Hélder Mendes with a Film Series An animated adventure for the youngest viewers, a look at contemporary Alentejo, and a cinematic portrait of Natália Correia. Three films, catering to different generations, make up this year’s edition of the Film Series in Honor of Hélder Mendes, organized by the Municipality of Ourique at the Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater. The first screening takes place on November 18 with “Dora: A Magical Adventure Under the Sea” (vp), a showing intended for preschoolers. On the 21st, “18 Holes to Paradise,” by João Nuno Pinto, hits the screen. The film is set on a farm in the Alentejo region affected by drought, where owners and workers experience the same reality from different perspectives. The screening is open to the public, admission is free, and Rui Pedro Tendinha will be present for a discussion following the screening. The series concludes on November 25 with “The Woman Who Died Standing,” by Rosa Coutinho Cabral, a cinematic essay on Natália Correia, her life, work, and influence on Portuguese culture. The screening is aimed at high school students. Three distinct films that, through cinema, continue the tribute to Hélder Mendes, a native of Ourique, filmmaker, cinematographer, and one of the pioneers of audiovisual media and television in Portugal.