Carnival Concert 2026 Madeira takes place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Funchal at the Madeira Congress Centre, presented by the Madeira Classical Orchestra and conducted by Maestro Luís Andrade. It’s a ticketed island culture highlight during Madeira’s Carnival season, inviting both musicians and the public to wear disguises for a playful, music-first celebration of Entrudo spirit.
Carnival Concert 2026 Madeira overview
Madeira’s Carnival isn’t only parades and confetti. The Carnival Concert adds a refined but joyful layer to the island festivities by pairing orchestral music with Carnival fun. Events Madeira describes this as a “lively and entertaining musical event” where the orchestra and the audience are invited to wear disguises, creating a concert hall atmosphere that still feels like Carnival.
This event sits inside Madeira’s wider Carnival period, which the Madeira Islands Tourism Board lists as running from February 11 to 22, 2026 across the archipelago. For visitors, the concert is an ideal counterbalance to the high-volume street parades: you still get the Carnival theme, but in a comfortable venue setting with professional musicianship.
Confirmed date, time, and venue (Funchal)
Events Madeira lists the Carnival Concert | OCM on 15/02/2026 at 18:00 in Funchal, and specifies the venue as the Madeira Congress Centre.
The Orquestra Clássica da Madeira’s season listings also show “Carnival Concert” on 15 Feb 2026 at 6:00 pm at Centro de Congressos da Madeira with a listed price of 25,00.
Because this is a fixed-time indoor event, it is easier to plan around than street parades. You can spend the day exploring Funchal’s old town, waterfront promenades, and viewpoints, then dress up for the evening and head to the Congress Centre for a different kind of Carnival night.
The cultural meaning: Entrudo on an Atlantic island
Events Madeira explicitly frames the concert as a way to “celebrate Entrudo,” the traditional Carnival period leading up to Shrove Tuesday. Madeira Carnival is known for mixing big-city spectacle in Funchal with local traditions across other municipalities, and the Carnival Concert fits this tradition by transforming a classical performance into a participatory Carnival moment through disguises.
For an islands audience, this is a reminder that island culture is often layered. Madeira can deliver samba parades one night and a classical concert the next, all under the same Carnival umbrella.
What to expect at the Carnival Concert
The event is presented by the Madeira Classical Orchestra under Maestro Luís Andrade. Events Madeira highlights the tone as lively and entertaining, and emphasizes the disguise-friendly atmosphere, which makes the concert feel accessible even to visitors who do not typically attend orchestral performances.
A practical expectation is that this concert experience will be less about strict formalities and more about shared enjoyment, with Carnival mood carried into the concert hall. It’s also a great option for travelers who want an evening activity that is weather-proof and comfortable, especially if the streets are crowded during peak parade nights.
How this fits your Madeira Carnival itinerary
Madeira’s main Carnival parade week includes the Carnival Allegoric Parade on February 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM in Funchal, making the Carnival Concert on February 15 a natural next-day cultural follow-up. This pairing creates a strong weekend plan: Saturday night spectacle on the streets, Sunday evening orchestral celebration in a venue.
For visitors arriving earlier, you can also connect the concert with Carnival opening events across Madeira’s municipalities, then return to Funchal for the biggest weekend. Because the Carnival period lasts more than a week, you don’t have to choose between nature activities and festival time.
Travel tips for visitors
If staying in Funchal, choose accommodation within easy access of the city centre so you can attend parades and then reach the Madeira Congress Centre without stress. Arrive early on concert evening to avoid last-minute parking pressure and to enjoy the pre-event atmosphere, especially if you’re wearing a costume or accessories.
What to bring and wear:
- A light disguise or costume that is comfortable for seated viewing.
- A light layer, since evenings can be cooler and venues are air-conditioned.
- Your ticket confirmation, since it is a ticketed event with listed pricing.
Tickets and pricing
The Orquestra Clássica da Madeira listings show the Carnival Concert price as 25,00. A Ticketline listing for “orq. clássica da madeira concerto de carnaval 2026” also shows a price of 25.00€. For the most reliable purchase route, the orchestra’s official pages and established ticketing outlets linked from official event pages are the safest options.
Make the Carnival Concert part of your island story
Carnival Concert 2026 Madeira is a rare kind of island night out: orchestral music with Carnival personality, a city venue in Funchal, and an invitation to wear a disguise alongside locals who love both culture and celebration. With the concert confirmed for February 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Madeira Congress Centre and ticket pricing shown as 25,00, it’s a straightforward addition to any Madeira Carnival itinerary. Book your seat, choose a playful costume touch, and let the sound of Madeira’s orchestra carry your Carnival weekend into a memorable island evening.
Verified Information at glance
Event Name: Carnival Concert | OCM (Madeira Classical Orchestra)
Event Category: Culture / Music concert (Carnival-themed)
Island/Region: Madeira, Portugal
City: Funchal
Confirmed Date (2026): Sunday, February 15, 2026
Confirmed Time: 18:00 (6:00 PM)
Confirmed Venue: Madeira Congress Centre (Centro de Congressos da Madeira)
Presenter: Madeira Classical Orchestra (Orquestra Clássica da Madeira)
Conductor (confirmed): Maestro Luís Andrade
Format Note: Audience and musicians invited to wear disguises
Confirmed Ticket Price: 25,00 (listed as 25.00€ on ticketing listing)
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