Cistermúsica, Alcobaça Music Festival, is one of the most important artistic events in Portugal thanks to its quality programming. Concerts and performances are conceived as places of discovery of new and old musical talent, both regional, national and international, seamlessly blending the creative, cultural, touristic and architectural qualities of Central Portugal. Concerts are introduced by the artistic director as part of the festival’s educational aims, and Portuguese music is promoted.

SICK! Festival confronts the challenges of life and death and how we survive them (or don’t). The festival bears witness to the physical, mental and social realities of our lives, shining a light on urgent issues that often remain misunderstood or taboo. Rooted in personal experience and shared understanding the festival brings together voices from the arts, science, healthcare, charities and those who confront these issues in their daily lives. Taking place across Manchester and Brighton SICK!

This event stands up by its unique character, with a contemporaneous and multidisciplinary cultural programme that occupies the city historical centre for more than 48h, bringing together art and heritage, history and innovation.