From 18 to 26 October 2025, Lisbon and its surrounding areas will host the 4th Cultural Week in Cemeteries, celebrating Portugal’s rich cemetery heritage.

Event program

During the 4th Cultural Week in Cemeteries, visitors can enjoy guided tours, night visits, themed walks, educational workshops, and "open mausolea afternoons" across Lisbon's cemeteries, such as Prazeres, Alto de São João, Olivais, Carnide, and Lumiar. Beyond Lisbon, the event includes sites in Porto, Aveiro, and several other Portuguese cities, showcasing the country’s rich funerary heritage.

One of the highlights is the 1st Interdisciplinary Conference on Cemeteries, taking place on 24 October 2025.

How to register

All events are free, but registration is required via email at cemiterios.visitas@cm-lisboa.pt.

For more info visit www.significantcemeteries.org or Lisboa’s official site.