NOS Alive 2026
NOS Alive is one of Portugal’s biggest and most celebrated music festivals, held each summer on the waterfront at the Passeio Marítimo de Algés, just outside central Lisbon.
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NOS Alive is one of Portugal’s biggest and most celebrated music festivals, held each summer on the waterfront at the Passeio Marítimo de Algés, just outside central Lisbon.
Across several days it pairs a strong international lineup of rock, pop, indie and electronic acts with a seaside setting overlooking the Tagus estuary. See the official site and our event page below for the confirmed 2026 dates and lineup.
What is NOS Alive?
Launched in 2007, NOS Alive has become a fixture of the European festival summer, regularly booking major headliners across multiple stages. It is known for its relaxed riverside atmosphere and easy access from Lisbon.
The festival is staged on the Passeio Marítimo de Algés, a waterfront promenade in Algés on the edge of Lisbon, with several stages plus food and bars by the water.
- Where: Passeio Marítimo de Algés, Lisbon, Portugal.
- When: each summer, typically in early-to-mid July — see the event page for the confirmed 2026 dates.
- Format: multi-day, multi-stage seaside festival with an international lineup.
Planning a trip to Lisbon for NOS Alive
Lisbon is well connected by air and rail, and Algés is a short train ride along the river from the city centre, making it easy to stay in town and travel out each evening. Many visitors combine the festival with exploring Lisbon and the nearby coast at Cascais.
Book accommodation and travel early, and confirm the exact dates, ticket tiers and lineup on the official site before you go.
- Where is NOS Alive held?
- At the Passeio Marítimo de Algés, a riverside venue in Algés on the western edge of Lisbon, Portugal.
- When is NOS Alive 2026?
- NOS Alive takes place in summer, usually in early-to-mid July. See our linked event page and the official site for the confirmed 2026 dates.
- How do I get there from Lisbon?
- Algés is a short suburban train ride along the Tagus from central Lisbon; the venue is within walking distance of the Algés stop — check the official site for transport details.
- Are single-day tickets available?
- NOS Alive typically sells both multi-day passes and single-day tickets, depending on the sales phase. See the official site for current options and prices.
