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Festa do Avante starts this Friday and lasts until Sunday

Observador4 September 2026 at 11:34

Festa do Avante starts this Friday and runs until Sunday. This is an event organized by the PCP, the Portuguese Communist Party.

On the last day of the festival, Sunday, a closing rally is scheduled. The main speech will be delivered by Paulo Raimundo.

In addition to the political component, the event includes a cultural program. Concerts by various Portuguese artists are scheduled.

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