MEO Kalorama: Dates, Lineup, Tickets & Festival Guide (Lisbon)
As summer winds down, Lisbon throws one more big party. MEO Kalorama is the city's polished late-summer festival - three days of pop, alternative, and electronic music blended with art installations and a strong sustainability streak, all in a city park with easy metro access. In 2026 it returns to Parque da Bela Vista from 28 to 30 August.
Urban, international and well organised, Kalorama is an easy festival to fold into a city break - you can spend the day sightseeing and reach the gates in minutes by metro. Here's what to expect and how to plan.
At a glance:
- When: 28-30 August 2026.
- Where: Parque da Bela Vista, Lisbon.
- Style: Pop, alternative and electronic, with art installations and a sustainability focus.
- Tickets: Day passes and multi-day passes via the official site - book ahead for headliner days.
The 2026 Lineup
The 2026 edition brings a broad, international roster spanning pop icons, alternative names and electronic acts. Artists announced for the festival include:
- Pet Shop Boys
- Robbie Williams
- FKA twigs
- Jorja Smith
- Damiano David
- The Flaming Lips
- Father John Misty
- L'Impératrice
- Deftones
- Turnstile
- Sevdaliza
- Azealia Banks
- Royel Otis
- MARO
Lineups and daily splits can change, so check the official MEO Kalorama site for the latest schedule and which artists play which day before choosing a single-day ticket.
The Setting & Atmosphere
Kalorama takes place in Parque da Bela Vista, a large green park in the east of Lisbon. Beyond the music, the festival leans into art installations and sustainability themes, giving it a curated, contemporary feel. It's urban and polished rather than rural and rugged, and it draws a strong international turnout.
"Mainstream pop and forward-looking alternative acts, art installations, and easy metro access - Kalorama is Lisbon's slick end-of-summer festival."
Getting There
One of Kalorama's advantages is how central it is. Parque da Bela Vista is served by the Lisbon metro, so you can stay in the city centre and reach the festival in minutes without needing a car or a long transfer. As with any big event, expect busy trains right after the headliners, so allow a little extra time on the way out.
Make a City Break of It
Because the music runs into the evening, your days stay free for Lisbon. Spend the daytime exploring the historic centre, then metro out to the park for the night - a Lisbon's Grand Avenues Tour is a relaxed way to see the elegant heart of the city, while a Lisbon's Royal Views Tour takes in the castle and the city's best panoramas before the gates open.
Practical Tips for MEO Kalorama 2026
- Book early: Headliner days sell fastest. Buy through the official site and decide between a day pass and a full weekend pass.
- Use the metro: Parque da Bela Vista is easy to reach by metro from the centre - the simplest way in and out.
- Pace the days: Music runs late, so keep daytime sightseeing easy and save energy for the evening.
- Dress for warm nights: Late August in Lisbon stays hot - comfortable shoes and a light layer for after dark go a long way.
- Stay central: Basing yourself in Lisbon keeps you close to both the metro and the city's sights.
For help planning a Lisbon trip around MEO Kalorama, including private guided days in the city, contact our Tour Concierge at support@onejourney.com.
