Web Summit 2026 to feature major Chinese tech delegation and Apple

Various cultural, gastronomic, and technological events are scheduled across Portugal, Spain, and Brazil.

In Lisbon, the 10th edition of Web Summit is set to feature a significant Chinese delegation, including approximately 30 leaders in AI, robotics, and quantum computing, alongside the debut of Apple. The event expects 70,000 participants and will include four humanoid robots on stage.

Gastronomic festivals are widespread, including the Alentejo Wine Festival in Rio de Janeiro, the GastroFest in Vilanova i la Geltrú, and the Bacalhau event in Valença. Regional celebrations such as the Wine and Harvest Festival in Bucelas and the Harvest Festival in Vila Verde highlight local traditions and agriculture.

Musical and artistic performances include Mariza’s love song concert in Lisbon and Porto, Luís Alberto Bettencourt’s acoustic shows in the Azores, and Marga Alfeirão’s dance performance in Paris. Other notable events include the Rituais do Sul in Olhão and the Rock & Dão festival in Viseu.