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Lectures Events in Lisbon

Public talks, presentations, panel discussions, and seminars in Lisbon.

Vorträge, Präsentationen, Podiumsdiskussionen und Seminare in Lisbon.

92 upcoming lectures events

Palestra - Dia Internacional da Mulher

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 at 19:00

Auditório da Junta de Freguesia de Vila Franca de Xira

A lecture for International Women's Day at the Vila Franca de Xira auditorium exploring women's issues and empowerment.

Polis: The Politics of the City - João Ferrão, Paola Viganò

Wed, 11 Mar 2026

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

A lecture on urban politics and city governance by João Ferrão and Paola Viganò at Culturgest in Lisbon.

C²TN Academy Seminar: Synchrotron X-rays & ESRF Overview

Thu, 12 Mar 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

Join the C²TN Academy seminar at IST Lisbon as researchers outline how synchrotron X-rays illuminate matter, offering an overview of ESRF capabilities, beamlines, and potential applications in materials science and physics.

Probability and Statistics Seminar – Adilson Silva

Thu, 12 Mar 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

Attend the Probability and Statistics Seminar with Adilson Silva at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon on 12 March, 11:00–12:00 (Department of Mathematics, Room 3.10) and online; a rigorous, accessible exploration of current ideas in probability and statistical methods.

Vieira herético? Seminar on the Jesuit in the Inquisition

Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Brotéria

A scholarly seminar at Brotéria in Lisbon revisits the 1649–1667 Vieira trial, exploring the famed Jesuit’s inquisitorial case through fresh historical analysis and contemporary scholarship.

Timescales and Investment Dynamics Seminar

Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

An academic seminar at Instituto Superior Técnico (Alameda Campus) in Lisbon on how timescales shape investment dynamics and the risks of climate inaction, featuring modelling approaches that connect inertia to policy outcomes. 11:00 in Room FA1.

Reprogramar o Trabalho

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 at 09:15

Centro Cultural de Belém

Join Reprogramar o Trabalho at Centro Cultural de Belém, a thoughtful ECO Economia Online lecture in Lisbon that rethinks work, economics, and the future of labor in the digital age.

Formiga Atómica - The Fly Falls in the Best Tea

Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

At Culturgest in Lisbon, Formiga Atómica presents The Fly Falls in the Best Tea, a thought-provoking lecture weaving surreal imagery with sharp ideas in a softly lit, minimalist setting.

Explain it like I’m 5 – Amélia Dionísio

Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

An accessible science talk at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon where Amélia Dionísio explains where the materials we use to make things come from, translating complex ideas into simple, engaging insights.

Lisbon's Public Lighting in the 18th–19th Century

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano

Join Rosa Fina for a scholarly lecture tracing Lisbon’s first public lighting from the 18th to 19th centuries, exploring how illumination reshaped streets and urban life through diverse historical sources, at Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano.

Para que serve um paraíso?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian

Seven conversations exploring Paradise as idea, garden, and landscape, hosted in Sala 2 at Lisbon’s Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian. This accessible course invites reflection on utopia across eras, with tickets from €10 to €60.

Why We Buy What We Buy | A Fashion Event

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 16:00

Lisbon hosts 'Why We Buy What We Buy,' a sharp fashion lecture unpacking consumer behavior, branding, and why style sells—an insightful, stylish session for trendwatchers.

Ministério do Sensível

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 at 10:30

Centro Cultural de Belém

A talk exploring how to protect, organize, and defend what makes us human, inviting new forms of community and cultural mediation.

Physics in Action

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 at 14:30

Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa (Ciências ULisboa)

Join Physics in Action at Ciências ULisboa for an engaging public lecture that brings real-world physics to life with hands-on demonstrations, exploring everyday phenomena and exciting research in Lisbon's university science hub.

Lack of Tea: Humour, Taboos, and Censorship - Mélanie Toulhoat, Rui Lopes, Rita Luís

Wed, 25 Mar 2026

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

In Culturgest's storied halls, a provocative Lisbon lecture unpacks jokes, taboos, and censorship with Mélanie Toulhoat, Rui Lopes, and Rita Luís, blending sharp humor with fearless cultural critique.

Health in Astérix & Panoramix: Pharmacy Museum Tour

Sat, 28 Mar 2026

Museu da Farmácia

Explore health, humor, and culture in a themed tour at Museu da Farmácia, tracing health concepts through the Astérix and Panoramix adventures. A family-friendly, informative visit that blends comic histories with real museum exhibits in Lisbon.

Universitário

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 1 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 2 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 3 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 4 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 5 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Evolution of Money at Lisbon Money Museum

Sun, 5 Apr 2026 at 11:45

Money Museum

Embark on a self-guided tour at Lisbon's Money Museum to explore currency's evolution, the minting craft, and Banco de Portugal's role, in an informal, social learning experience ideal for finance fans and history buffs.

Universitário

Tue, 7 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 8 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 9 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Ministério do Sensível

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:30

Centro Cultural de Belém

A talk exploring how to protect, organize, and defend what makes us human, inviting new forms of community and cultural mediation.

Universitário

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Explain it like I’m 5 – Pedro Abreu

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

Join Pedro Abreu for a clear, engaging tour of cosmology: is the universe endlessly vast or infinitesimally small? An accessible science talk at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon that makes big ideas approachable and exciting.

Universitário

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 1 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Explain it like I’m 5 – Hugo Tavares

Wed, 13 May 2026

Instituto Superior Técnico

Join Hugo Tavares for an accessible science talk at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon as he explains why soap bubbles are round, turning a common sight into a window on physics, curiosity, and everyday wonder.

Universitário

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 16 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 17 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Restoring the Future - David A. Scott

Tue, 19 May 2026

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

David A. Scott delivers a sharp, thought-provoking lecture at Culturgest in Lisbon, tracing archives, memory and culture to map how the past informs our sense of the future.

Universitário

Tue, 19 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 20 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 21 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 24 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Ministério do Sensível

Sun, 24 May 2026 at 11:30

Centro Cultural de Belém

A talk exploring how to protect, organize, and defend what makes us human, inviting new forms of community and cultural mediation.

Rui Agostinho, Alex Cassal - Journey through Planet Time

Tue, 26 May 2026

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

Rui Agostinho and Alex Cassal lead Journey through Planet Time at Culturgest, Lisbon—a sweeping lecture that blends science, art, and cosmic narratives into a thoughtful, immersive exploration of time.

Universitário

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sun, 31 May 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

Universitário

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Centro Cultural de Belém

A museum–university collaboration at Centro Cultural de Belém invites university students to explore museum education and reflect critically through the Vincular Universidades program.

National Affections - Ana Pais, Angharad Closs Stephens, Isabel Costa, Catarina Rôlo Salgueiro

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

A multi-speaker lecture at Culturgest exploring national affections, featuring Ana Pais, Angharad Closs Stephens, Isabel Costa, and Catarina Rôlo Salgueiro.

Lisbon historic gardens

Guided exploration of Lisbon's historic gardens, sharing insights into the city's botanical and architectural heritage.

National Affections - Ana Pais, Angharad Closs Stephens, Isabel Costa, Catarina Rôlo Salgueiro

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

A lecture at Culturgest exploring National Affections with Ana Pais, Angharad Closs Stephens, Isabel Costa, and Catarina Rôlo Salgueiro.

Lisbon, the European capital of innovation

A talk exploring Lisbon as Europe’s capital of innovation, highlighting tech advances and urban ideas at Agenda LX.

Cold Tea: Humour, Death, Tragedy, and Fear - Cristina Sampaio, Verena Alberti

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

A duo discuss humor, death, tragedy and fear in a provocative lecture.

Discovering ancient religious houses

Join a guided history walk in Lisbon exploring ancient religious houses and their architectural heritage.

At the table with the Romans

A Lisbon lecture exploring Roman dining customs and daily life, drawn from ancient tableware and food culture.

At the table with the Romans

A talk exploring Roman dining and table culture in Lisbon.

At the table with the Romans

English-language lecture in Lisbon exploring Roman dining customs and table life.

Cold Tea: Humour, Death, Tragedy, and Fear

Culturgest — Fundação Caixa Geral de Depósitos

A thought-provoking lecture at Culturgest exploring humor, death, tragedy, and fear with Cristina Sampaio and Verena Alberti.