{"id":13209,"date":"2026-08-03T19:01:56","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T19:01:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverfaial.com\/?p=13209"},"modified":"2026-08-03T19:01:56","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T19:01:56","slug":"sea-week-31-july-9-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverfaial.com\/en\/sea-week-31-july-9-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Sea Week | 31 July – 9 August"},"content":{"rendered":"

Semana do Mar 2026: Experience Faial’s Biggest Festival<\/h1>\n

If you’re visiting Faial this summer, there’s no better time to experience the island’s vibrant atmosphere than during Semana do Mar (Sea Week)<\/strong>. From 31 July to 9 August 2026<\/strong>, Horta comes alive with live music, sailing competitions, cultural events, local food, crafts and celebrations that showcase the island’s deep connection to the Atlantic. This year’s edition marks the 49th Semana do Mar<\/strong>, one of the Azores’ most iconic festivals and the largest nautical festival in Portugal.<\/p>\n

For almost five decades, Semana do Mar has welcomed thousands of visitors alongside sailors from around the world who arrive in Horta after crossing the Atlantic. Whether you’re interested in maritime traditions, live entertainment, local cuisine or simply enjoying warm summer evenings by the marina, this is one of the very best times of the year to visit Faial.<\/p>\n

Nautical Sports Highlights<\/h2>\n

Semana do Mar celebrates Faial’s deep connection with the Atlantic through an extensive programme of nautical competitions, bringing together local clubs, national athletes and international sailors.<\/p>\n

This year’s programme includes a wide variety of events, such as:<\/p>\n