Portimão: Lighthouse Portugal Association organizes solidarity sunset

The initiative takes place between 5:30 pm and 9:00 pm, at Lugar do Rio – Espaço Jovem de Portimão, and offers an afternoon of live music, regional flavors, workshops and a spirit of mutual support.

Highlights include a pizza masterclass led by chef André Andrade. The musical lineup includes performances by AC Raps, Midnight Club, Batukids, and an open mic space for local talent.

In addition to music and food, there will be a craft market, a pop-up vintage shop, creative workshops, and healthy drinks, mocktails, and Algarve snacks.

Although admission is free, participants are invited to contribute one kilogram of non-perishable food or a voluntary donation. Proceeds go to educational projects in Portimão and African communities.

The event is organized by the Lighthouse Portugal association, with the support of the Portimão City Council, CICE Macau, ESOSA – Associação Africana Algarve and Portugal Charity Network .

Based in Portimão, Lighthouse Portugal is a solidarity initiative of the Vale de Bênção Community, dedicated to supporting children and young people in situations of social vulnerability.

It works through the creation of youth clubs, where it promotes academic success, personal development and the strengthening of life skills.

Its activities include study support, creative workshops, mentoring programs and community events.

The association focuses on local interventions, focusing on preventing school dropouts, equal opportunities, and social inclusion—both locally and in Portuguese-speaking African countries.