Literary Events & Readings in Lisbon

Especialistas na Casa

2026-04-11T15:00:00

Casa Fernando Pessoa

Literature

Join Casa Fernando Pessoa in Lisbon for 'Especialistas na Casa,' a literary discussion at the Casa Fernando Pessoa venue in Campo de Ourique. Local scholars share insights on contemporary literature, followed by questions from the audience in an intimate, bookish setting.

Sunday Salon with Well Read

2026-04-12T12:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

Sunday Salon at Good Company Books hosted by Well Read invites readers and writers to a friendly, informal literary afternoon. Expect readings, discussion, and shared inspiration in a warm indie-bookstore setting from 12:00–17:00 on April 12 and May 24, 2026.

Coisas de Teatro

2026-04-14T00:00:00

Teatro São Luiz

Literature

Coisas de Teatro at Teatro São Luiz in Lisbon offers a literary tilt on performance art, with André Murraças shaping a thoughtful, intimate theater encounter that lingers like a well-read page.

Literatura – Coisas de Teatro

2026-04-14T00:00:00

Teatro Municipal São Luiz

Literature

Literature event presenting Coisas de Teatro, a theatre-themed book collection edited by André Murraças. A reading at Sala Bernardo Sassetti, Teatro Municipal São Luiz, Lisbon, with free entry (capacity-limited) and tickets available at the door from 1 hour before the show.

Lusitânia: Book Launch at Museu de Lisboa

2026-04-15T00:00:00

Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano

Literature

Join professor André Simões for the launch of Lusitânia. A Vida dos Cássios, Uma Família na Lisboa Romana, at the Museu de Lisboa's Teatro Romano. A vivid journey into Olisipo in the 1st century, connecting daily life to the era's monuments.

Open Mic Poetry

2026-04-16T19:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

An inviting open-mic poetry night at Good Company Books, hosted by Angelique Neumann. Poets, poetry lovers, and curious readers are invited to share their work, listen to others, and connect in a warm bookstore setting.

Lançamento do livro: A invasão do turismo de massas

2026-04-17T18:00:00

Biblioteca Palácio Galveias

Literature

Join the launch of the new book 'A Invasão do Turismo de Massas no Mundo de Hoje' at Biblioteca Palácio Galveias in Lisbon. The talk-and-signing event explores how mass tourism reshapes cultures around the world.

Leitura encenada: Manel e Chico descobrem o Teatro Romano

2026-04-18T00:00:00

Livraria Lisboa Cultura

Literature

A staged reading of the children’s book Manel e Chico descobrem o Teatro Romano at Livraria Lisboa Cultura, exploring how the Roman Theatre was uncovered in 1798. Bruno Magina and Andreia Marçal lead a family-friendly, age-6-and-up literary-theatre experience with free entry.

PURGA: Poetry Session with NERVE & Rita Bravo

2026-04-18T21:00:00

NADA Lisbon

Literature

Join NERVE and Rita Bravo for PURGA, a poetry session at NADA Lisbon. Expect intimate, contemporary verse performed in a vibrant arts space, with sharp imagery and spoken-word warmth that captures Lisbon's poetic spirit.

Contra Corvos Book Launch

2026-04-19T00:00:00

Teatro São Luiz

Literature

A book launch for 'Contra Corvos' by Elisa Costa Pinto at Teatro São Luiz, a historic theatre in Lisbon. The evening features a reading from the new work and a short discussion, offering a refined literary experience in an intimate venue.

Guided tour in English

2026-04-19T11:00:00

Casa Fernando Pessoa

Literature

Explore Casa Fernando Pessoa on a guided English-language tour in Lisbon. The session delves into the life of the famed writer and the rooms that inspired his work, offering an intimate glimpse into his literary world.

Strange Girls: Book Launch

2026-04-19T15:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

Join Sarvat Hasin for the launch of her novel Strange Girls at Good Company Books. The English-language event features a short reading and Q&A, with free admission but registration required and seating on a first-come, first-served basis.

Between Life and Art - Storytelling with Rui Paiva

2026-04-21T19:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

Rui Paiva offers a bilingual storytelling evening at Good Company Books, sharing life stories from Mozambique, Macau and Portugal. English and Portuguese narration weaves memory and culture around his book Nuvem Branca, inviting reflection and conversation among literature lovers.

Ficha Tripla | E.P. Thompson | editora Fora de Jogo

2026-04-22T00:00:00

Livraria Tigre de Papel

Literature

Livraria Tigre de Papel hosts Ficha Tripla, a three-session reading cycle on E.P. Thompson, pairing author, book, and theme to spark critical dialogue in a Lisbon bookstore setting.

Biblioteca aberta

2026-04-23T18:30:00

Casa Fernando Pessoa

Literature

Open Library session at Casa Fernando Pessoa in Lisbon on 2026-04-23 at 18:30. A literary reading and discussion in a warm, intimate venue, inviting book lovers to explore Portuguese and international literature.

Roundtable on Pessoa: Bartholomew Ryan & Richard Zenith

2026-04-23T19:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

An English-language roundtable at Good Company Books exploring Pessoa's ideas of identity and self-multiplicity. Featuring writer-philosopher Bartholomew Ryan and translator Richard Zenith, with moderator Melaina Barnes, the discussion examines Pessoa's revolutionary concepts and their literary resonance.

Author Interview with Luke Aulin

2026-04-25T14:00:00

Fable - Cafe, Coffee, English Books

Literature

Join an intimate Saturday afternoon chat with author Luke Aulin from Bali as he discusses his latest book in a cozy Lisbon cafe. An engaging literary interview that blends personal storytelling with insights into his work, hosted at Fable - Cafe, a welcoming spot for English-language books.

Book launch: EU stabilisation in Somalia and Mali

2026-04-29T00:00:00

ISCTE — University Institute of Lisbon

Literature

Book launch presenting Ana Carina Franco's analysis of the EU's stabilisation role in Somalia and Mali. Held at ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon, the event combines a formal introduction of the Palgrave Macmillan publication with a scholarly discussion on international intervention and regional security. An insightful read for policy and security scholars.

Book Launch: "O Oeste Hipster" by Francisco Teles da Gama

2026-04-30T19:00:00

Good Company Books

Literature

Join Good Company Books for the launch of Francisco Teles da Gama's novel O Oeste Hipster. The event is conducted in Portuguese and free, but space is limited—register to secure a spot. A cozy bookstore setting promises a thoughtful evening of contemporary Portuguese fiction.

Book Fair'26

2026-05-27T00:00:00

Parque Eduardo VII

Literature

Book Fair'26 returns to Parque Eduardo VII in Lisbon, a literary festival of dazzling novelties, author talks, kid-friendly workshops and shelves bursting with stories for all ages.

Feira do Livro de Lisboa 2026

2026-05-27T00:00:00

Parque Eduardo VII

Literature

Lisbon's Feira do Livro de Lisboa returns to Parque Eduardo VII from May 27 to June 14, 2026, with a rich literary program and free entry. The event features author talks, readings, children's activities, and book stalls in the park, celebrating Portuguese literature.

Clube De Leitura Do Teatro Variedades

2026-06-28T18:30:00

Teatro Variedades

Literature

Join Clube De Leitura Do Teatro Variedades at Teatro Variedades in Lisbon for an evening of guided reading and group discussion of selected texts. This intimate literary gathering invites book lovers to share insights in a historic venue.

DISQUIET – INTERNATIONAL LITERARY PROGRAM 2026

2026-07-02T00:00:00

Teatro São Luiz

Literature

DISQUIET – International Literary Program 2026 brings writers and readers to Teatro São Luiz for talks, readings, and discussions.

Ler na BN

2026-07-07T17:00:00

Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal

Literature

Join the Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal for Ler na BN, a monthly reading club in the multimedia room at 17:00. The inaugural session features Não há pássaros aqui by Vitor Vidal, with future titles selected at the end of each meeting.

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