Columbus Festival – Porto Santo Island

Step back 500 years into the Age of Discoveries. Porto Santo's biggest cultural event transforms Vila Baleira into a vibrant 15th-century town filled with medieval markets, costumed performers, music, theatre, acrobatics, historical parades, and spectacular fire shows. The highlight is the dramatic reenactment of Christopher Columbus's arrival on the island, celebrated each evening in a lively atmosphere unlike anything else in Madeira. Perfect for families, photographers, history lovers, and anyone looking for one of the most unique festivals of the year.