MEO Mares Vivas is a major annual music festival held in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local pop, rock, and electronic artists. Set against a scenic coastal backdrop near the mouth of the Douro River, it has grown into one of the country's most popular summer cultural events since its debut in 1999.
What Mares Vivas offers
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Where you'll be
Vila Nova de Gaia
Rua da Seca do Bacalhau, Canidelo, 4405-644 Vila Nova de Gaia, PortugalLocal Currency: EUR
Consider paying in EUR locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.
Past Editions
An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
28 August 2026
