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Marvão Airshow 2026: times, viewing areas and practical guide

This event has already taken place. The details below are kept for reference.

The first Marvão Airshow takes place on Sunday, 6 September 2026, with six aircraft and two hours of aerobatics over an unusual mountain setting.

Updated 2026-09-01

Photo: António Amen / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0 · cropped and converted for display

The essentials

The display runs from 15:00 to 17:00 and admission is free. Marvão Municipality names Marvão Castle, Portagem and Santo António das Areias as the main places from which to watch the six aircraft. No event-specific traffic restrictions, parking plan or shuttle service has yet been published.

Read Marvão Municipality's official September cultural programme ↗

What is confirmed for 6 September

The municipal announcement describes an inaugural display involving six aircraft, including historic planes, and aerial manoeuvres around Marvão's walls. It is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, from 15:00 to 17:00, with free admission.

The organisers say that the display will be visible from different parts of the municipality. A detailed flying order and any operational changes have not yet been published, so check the official page before setting out.

Where to watch the Marvão Airshow

The three officially highlighted areas are Marvão Castle, Portagem and Santo António das Areias. The announcement does not assign different routines to each area or promise exactly the same view from every point.

Choose your viewing area with slopes, cobbles and your group's mobility in mind. The castle provides the setting of the historic walls but requires entering the hilltop old town; Portagem and Santo António das Areias are alternatives named by the organiser.

Marvão Castle: the walled setting, with steep and cobbled routes through the village.
Portagem: an official viewing area in the lower part of the municipality.
Santo António das Areias: the third official area from which to follow the display.

Planning the trip from Castelo de Vide

Marvão is a short drive from Castelo de Vide, but the event falls on a Sunday. The current TAAPedido route between the two towns is published only for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, so it does not cover this date. Arrange a car, taxi or another confirmed option in advance.

No special car parks, road closures or traffic plan for the Airshow have been announced. Do not assume that parking will be available beside the castle, and check municipal updates during the days before the event.

How to fit the event into a weekend

The municipal programme makes it possible to combine the Airshow with other confirmed activities. On Saturday, 5 September, a free Silent Party runs in the Castle Courtyard from 19:00 to 22:00. The 18th 4-a-side Grass Volleyball Tournament takes place on 5 and 6 September at the Portagem Leisure Centre.

Municipal Holiday celebrations continue on Tuesday, 8 September: a ceremony at 10:00, Mass at 12:00, a procession at 17:00 and a free Vizinhos concert at 22:00 in Largo de Santa Maria. Check the official programme before travelling.

Casa da Rua Nova is in Castelo de Vide's historic centre and can serve as a base for visiting both towns. Bring suitable hearing protection for young children or anyone sensitive to loud noise: aerobatic aircraft can be very loud.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Marvão Airshow 2026 free?

Yes. The official poster and Marvão Municipality announcement state that admission is free.

What time does it start and finish?

It is scheduled for Sunday, 6 September 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00. Check the official information again before travelling.

Where is the best place to watch?

The municipality names three main areas: Marvão Castle, Portagem and Santo António das Areias. It does not rank them, so choose according to access and your group's mobility.

Can I travel by public transport from Castelo de Vide?

Do not rely on TAAPedido for this event. Its published route runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, while the Airshow is on Sunday. Confirm a taxi or another alternative before travelling.

Are there other activities in Marvão during the Airshow weekend?

Yes. The municipal programme confirms a free Silent Party in the Castle Courtyard on Saturday from 19:00 to 22:00, plus the 4-a-side Grass Volleyball Tournament in Portagem on 5 and 6 September.