The next edition, for the first time in 10 years, will have an extra day, which coincides with the city’s day, on 7th September. The festival aims to promote fun and gatherings between family and friends in the heart of the Algarve region.
Vila Adentro is a historical place located in Faro, next to the margins of Ria Formosa. It is known for its walls and its proximity to the ports that link the city to the different islands. The location was more important during the Roman Empire because all the activities linked with fishing and salt extraction could be done in Ria Formosa, right when Vila Adentro was built.
The three neighbourhoods
Vila Adentro is the part surrounded by the walls from the Moorish period. There, people can find three medieval gates that will take people to Vila Adentro; all the gates have different names, being known as Arco da Vila, Arco do Repouso and Arco da Porta Nova.
There is also Mouraria, where, in 1269, during the Christian Reconquest, the Moors were allowed to stay; nowadays, it is a busy shopping area, visited mostly by pedestrians.
The Bairro Ribeirinho is the part located closest to the marina and railway station, which was usually a place for fishermen and navigators to rest, but it is now Faro’s most sought-after place for a night out.
Having fun on the walls
Festival F promises to bring to the historic Vila Adentro moments of fun and relaxation for every age group. This year’s edition will host nine stages, with a variety of genres being played, to be enjoyed by music lovers of the most diverse musical genres.
There will also be time for other cultural activities, such as street art performances, as well as expositions, markets and even podcast conversations and other creative offerings that will enhance the senses of the visitors.