Marisa Liz, Raquel Tavares and Sara Cruz join the list of artists already announced at the event.
The Montepio Sometimes Love Festival is back to celebrate love in all its forms, with a special edition marking the 10th anniversary of the event. From 13 to 15 February 2025, more than 15 cities from north to south of the country will be the stage for a unique celebration that brings together some of the best national artists in a diverse and unforgettable poster.
The 10th anniversary of the Montepio Sometimes Love Festival also stands out for the special premieres of this edition. For the first time, the festival arrives in Barreiro, a city that debuts at the event with the Augusto Cabrita Municipal Auditorium and also integrates into the poster a new room, the Time Out Studio, in Lisbon, one of the most emblematic spaces of the capital. These new features reinforce the event’s commitment to bringing music to new audiences, expanding cultural reach and celebrating this successful decade with even more diversity and innovation.
NEW CONFIRMATIONS
Marisa Liz | 14 February | Teatro José Lúcio da Silva, Leiria
With the intimate show “Mensagens de Amor”, Marisa Liz performs at the Teatro José Lúcio da Silva in Leiria on February 14. Inspired by your latest EP of the same name, this new tour is specially designed for auditoriums. Accompanied by Guilherme Salgueiro on keyboards and guitar and Ricardo Danin on drums, Marisa revisits important themes like “Foi Assim que Aconteceu”, “Guerra Nuclear”, and the success “Garota”. With an exclusive setting and a unique atmosphere, promises a night filled with emotion and music that will touch the hearts of all present.
Raquel Tavares | 15 February | Augusto Cabrita Municipal Auditorium, Barreiro
One of the most iconic voices of Fado, Raquel Tavares is preparing for a memorable concert at the Augusto Cabrita Municipal Auditorium in Barreiro on February 15th. This show, which coincides with the premiere of the festival in this city, brings the essence of Fado in an authentic and passionate interpretation. With a career marked by albums like “Bairro” and “Raquel” and distinctions such as the Amália Rodrigues Revelation Award, Raquel promises an evening where tradition and emotion will be highlighted, in a celebration that unites the Portuguese soul to the world.
Sara Cruz | 14 February | Time Out Studio, Lisbon
Singer-songwriter born in the Azores, Sara Cruz performs for the first time at the Montepio Festival Sometimes Love on February 14, at Time Out Studio, in Lisbon, also marking the debut of this iconic space in the event. With a style that mixes pop and folk authentically and passionately, Sara brings the sonorities of her original album, “Fourteen Forty-Five”, which includes songs like “Faithful”, “The Juggler” and “Grass Is Greener”. In this concert, Sara will be accompanied by her band, promising to enchant the audience with an engaging performance and a true journey through her roots and influences.
ARTISTS ALREADY CONFIRMED
In addition to these novelties, the festival already has a series of confirmed concerts that reflect the quality and diversity of the poster:
“The Love Songs of Santos & Pecadores”
14 February | Coliseu Porto Ageas + 15 February | Sagres Campo Pequeno, Lisbon: After 11 years of break, the Santos & Pecadores return to the stage to celebrate more than three decades of career with timeless successes such as “I will not be faithful again” and “Tell me about love”. This special concert, dedicated to the original concept of the Festival, promises a night full of Pop, Rock, Funk and many memories.
Jorge Palma | 13 & 14 February | Ponto C, Penafiel
The renowned Portuguese musician presents a unique acoustic show, accompanied by Vicente Palma (guitar, piano and voice) and Gabriel Gomes (accordion). Jorge Palma will revisit great hits like “Frágil”, “Encosta te a Mim” and themes from his latest album, “VIDA”.
João Pedro Pais | 15 February | Municipal Auditorium, Peso da Régua
The charismatic singer and composer, known for hits like “Ninguém (é de Ninguém)” and “Mentira”, will perform in a show full of energy and emotion.
Lura | 14 February | Teatro Virgínia, Torres Novas
The Cape Verdean singer will delight audiences with her unique voice and traditional rhythms in an unforgettable concert.
Nuno Ribeiro | 14 February | Municipal Theatre of Vila do Conde
The young artist will bring his contemporary pop sound to the public, promising a memorable night.
“Para Sempre Marco” | 14 February | Teatro Aveirense, Aveiro
This show celebrates the legacy of Marco Paulo with a modern and innovative approach, directed by Tiago Pais Dias.
Tickets for all shows are already on sale at the usual places.
With this poster of excellence, the Montepio Festival Às Vezes o Amor reaffirms its relevance in the Portuguese cultural panorama, presenting a varied and surprising program that honours music and love.
New confirmations will be announced soon, promising more unique and unforgettable moments in other cities and regions of the country.
About the Festival
The Montepio Sometimes Love Festival was born to celebrate love in all its forms, through concerts that take place simultaneously throughout the country, in diverse and excellent programming. Over 10 years, the festival has consolidated itself as a cultural reference, promoting unique encounters between artists and audiences.
Celebrating a decade of emotions, this edition reaffirms its relevance in the Portuguese musical panorama, presenting a varied programming that honours love and music, while reinforcing the commitment to cultural decentralization, with news such as the debut of Barreiro and Penafiel in the group of cities that receive the event.
The Montepio Sometimes Love Festival is an initiative created by the agencies Produtores Associados e Locomotiva Azul and has since the first edition with the support of Montepio Association Mutualista as a naming sponsor.
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