FRESHLY SQUEEZED⚡️ Dec 2–8

The weekly newsletter wrapping up all the best events in Lagos Portugal.

Olá amigos,
December is here and I hope you’re feeling sufficiently festive. The coming week is laden with Christmas parties and preparations, as well as mingling over drinks, dancing & creating.
Here’s what’s in store:

  • ✅ Achieve your goals with dedicated focus time

  • 🔥 Learn how to make yourself look like a million bucks

  • 🍷 Discover the best supermarket wines (by tasting)

  • 🎄 And looots of Christmas markets and parties

Did you know?
From 1644–1660, Christmas was banned in England?!

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🔥This week’s hot drops

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Many more regular happenings, down below.

Monday, Dec 2

💪 Mat Pilates “Strong & Flexible”
Anastasiia is back from holidays and ready to get you in shape again.
10–11:00 | 10€ | at Urban Dance Studio, Lagos

✍🏼 Write Night - Focus on your Passion projects
Set aside 2 hours to focus on the stuff that gets you closer to your goal, rather than the stuff that just needs doing. Write your novel, your song, your business plan… whatever it is. With others around doing the same, you can stay motivated to get it done.
18–20:00 | 5€ for the space, includes a drink | at Factory Fusion hub 

Tuesday, Dec 3

🍹Remoters Bi-weekly Drinks 
All welcome - Lagos residents, remote workers, digital nomads and people just dropping by in Lagos. Drop by for a social and friendly drink.
19:30 | free | at South West Bistro, Lagos Marina

🕯️Christmas wreath making 
Make a beautiful wreath for your home under an expert florists guidance. A cosy creative evening with wine and nibbles.
18–20:30 | 45€ inc materials & wine | at The SPACE 

Wednesday, Dec 4

📖 Books & Wine Club 
A monthly event, discussing a selected book over wine and nibbles
19–20:30 | 10€ | at The SPACE 

🚶🏻‍♂️Mens walk and talk Lagos
Now at 14:00 on Wednesdays. Social walks promoting positive mental health.
14:00 | free | Meet at the Lagos Fortress | updates on the facebook group

Thursday, Dec 5  

🥐 Breakfast & Yoga 
Flow through an energising 1-hour yoga and breath class led by Izabella Soko, to awaken your body & mind and kick start your digestion. Afterward, socialise over a delicious breakfast.
9:30–11:30 | 30€ | at Kinoah Luz

🎄Tito’s Christmas Fair
Santa will be there from 17-18:00(!), followed by a carol service by the Luz choir, Hog roast, Live music from Emma Belter and a Christmas market.
From 17:00 | Free entry | at Tito’s Luz

💄🔥 Girls night out: Styling & Make-up workshop
Oh yeah! A night of fun and glamour as stylist to the stars, Sarah Murray and make-up artists Chloe Davies give you personal tips on how to look your best this Christmas season. Of course accompanied by wine and nibbles :).
19–21:00 | 25€, get in fast | at The SPACE 

💃 Salsa Classes
20:00 | at Factory Fusion hub

🍻 Quiz night
Always a fun night where all the community gathers to test their random knowledge over a few cosy drinks and laughs. Booking a table recommended.
From 19:00, Quiz starts 20:00 | at The Collab 

Friday, Dec 6

🤸 Winter workshop Series, #1: Spacious Backbends 
The first of a new workshop series - taking place on the first Friday of each month - which will work its way through all the parts of your body :). For both beginners and yogis, this first session will guide you through backbends. Stick around for a cozy cup of warm chai and chats afterward!
18–19:30 | 20€ | at The Movement Lab, Lagos

🎄 Christmas Party at TEIAS
The Teias team welcome you for hot chocolate, Glühwein and snacks to give thanks for all the local support in their first season ❤️.
17:00 | free | at TEIAS Arte Local, Lagos

🍷 Festive Wine Tasting
Discover the best supermarket wines over a fun wine tasting session led by local experts, Terra Doce. This event sold out like hot cakes wines so if you missed out, you can now book for Dec 11th.
18–19:30 | 27€ | at The SPACE

🍲 Digital Nomads Xmas Dinner
As well as for the social aspect, this is a great opportunity to try the spectacular food at OLI Wine&Dine - 3 courses and drinks for a great price! See the event’s menu here. Limited spaces, booking required.
19:00 | 30€ all inc. | at OLI Wine&Dine

✅ Quiz night at The Tavern
Trivia, drinks 🍻, camaraderie and prizes… Good times on a Friday night.
20:00 | free | at The Tavern, Lagos

🎶 Singing Circle 
20–21:30 | by Donation | at The Seed, Lagos

🎄Natalândia - Christmas Land at the Zoo
From 6–24 Dez. the zoo is offering 50% off entry for local residents, and will have lots of Christmas Festivities going on, including a Santa’s cave.
10–17:00 Daily | 50% off | at Lagos Zoo

Saturday, Dec 7

🏍️ Motorbike Christmas Parade
Don’t be surprised if you see a swarm of decorated motorbikes parading along the Lagos Avenida and surrounding areas, spreading the christmas cheer.
12–17:30, ending at Praça Infante 

👠 Burlesque Workshop
Unleash your feminine power in a safe space, at this playful and empowering 3hr burlesque workshop. Learn moves and make some tassles! Dressing up welcome.
16–19:00 | 35€ inc 🥂 and materials | at The SPACE

🔈 Sound and Audio Techniques Workshop (PT)
For beginners and intermediate, this full day workshop will provide an understanding of sound techniques and necessary to plan a small concert
10:30–16:30 | 40€ | at LAC

🔔🎄 Pop-up Xmas Market
Vintage Clothes, nail art, local brands, mulled wine, a full bar and yummy snacks.
11:30–19:00 | free entry | at Factory Fusion hub 

🎁🎶 Christmas Fair Luz
A Christmas fair with lots of local handmade crafts, silver jewellery, bags and decor. Food & drinks from Fortaleza da Luz. Then, at 17:00, a free concert of Christmas Carols by Luz Choir will be held inside the Church.
Fair 11–16:00, Carols 17–18:00 | free | in front of /inside the Church  

👗 Salema Vintage Event
Find a perfect vintage holiday outfit, a cozy winter coat, or a unique gift for under the tree! Enjoy hot chocolate, mulled wine, and plenty of vintage treasures.
10–17:00 | free | at Nazari, Salema Eco Camp

🎨 Rest in your Heart • Yoga-Art Workshop
17–19:30 | 55€ | at The Seed, Lagos

Sunday, Dec 8

☕️ Mothers Circle with Cacao & Breathwork
Join Paula Rey - Holistic Coach, Cacao and Breathwork Facilitator - for a heart-centered session for mums.
10:30–12:30 | 20€ | at Arco Preloved

🧘🏼‍♂️ Jivamukti Spiritual Warrior
Diana leads you on a transformative 2,5 hour session involving chanting, a dynamic yoga practice and final relaxation. Perfect for a challenging Sunday workout.
11:45–14:15 | 35€ | at The Seed, Lagos

🎊 Creative Sunday at The SPACE
The Space has a full line up of great, creative DIY christmas workshops for you today:
10–12:00 | Family, DIY Xmas Decorations | adult+child 22€
13–14:30 | Create your own snowglobe | For kids, 18€
15–17:00 | Family, DIY Pom Pom Xmas wreath | adult+child 25€

📻 Hip Hop Workshop
A special afternoon workshop with teachers @viegas_fsc (Winner of Red Bull Dance Your Style Portugal) and @artcantdieeee (Master in hip hop. Dancer, teacher and choreographer). Limited spaces.
14–18:00 | 35€ | at Urban Dance Studio, Lagos

🌟 Upcycled Christmas Ornaments Workshop
Come with your little one (or solo) to join a sweet little workshop making upcycled Christmas ornaments with a local designer.
15–16:30 | 25€ inc materials | at Arco Preloved

🧼 Natural Soap Making
Immerse yourself in the ancestral art of soap making, creating zero waste, handmade soaps from local natural ingredients. And you’ll get some to take home :).
15–18:30 | 45€ | at The Seed, Lagos

🗣️ Spoken Word - Poetry Night
A Poetry performance by Kijota followed by sharing of your own poems. Bring some along. No need to register.
18:30 | free | at TEIAS Arte Local, Lagos

And looking ahead… 

🎸 Sofar Sounds Lagos is back with a secret line-up, at a secret location on Dec 13

🛍️ Old Factory Xmas Market will take place on Dec 14 & 15, 11–16:00. If you want to have a stand there, DM The Collab

🧑🏽‍🎄 Christmas Caroling in Luz on Dec 15. Learn the classics from 15-17:00, then head out to sing christmas cheer on the Promenade from 18-20:00. More info

🙆‍♂️ Men’s Sharing Circle is back from Dec 18, 4:44pm at Monte Rosa Roundhouse

🗣️ The next Language & Cultural Exchange will take place on Dec 21 in The Collab.

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May we all look this classy before, during, and after, wine tasting 🍷☺️

💫 Need more?

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