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Alentejo Pig Fair / Porco Alentejano

March 20, 21, and 22

Alentejo Pig Fair / Porco Alentejano

Organized by

Câmara Municipal de Ourique

Friday 20 March – Saturday 21 March

09:30–03:00

Free

Ourique

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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.

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