About this event
Chefs on Fire Cascais 2026 is Portugal’s most anticipated open-air gastronomy festival, celebrating the art of cooking with fire, smoke, and passion. Held at the Parque Marechal Carmona in Cascais, the event combines fine dining, live music, sustainability, and outdoor culture in a warm and inspiring atmosphere.
Over the course of three days, some of the best Portuguese and international chefs cook live using only wood fire, no gas or electricity, on a return to the most primitive and authentic form of gastronomy. Each chef creates exclusive dishes, served in limited portions, turning every tasting into a unique and memorable experience.
Previous editions have featured top culinary names such as Alexandre Silva, Marlene Vieira, Henrique Sá Pessoa, Ljubomir Stanisic, and Nuno Mendes, alongside guest chefs from across Europe. Guests are invited to explore multiple fire stations, enjoy artisanal food, taste Portuguese wines and craft cocktails, and relax to the rhythm of intimate live concerts.
The event promotes sustainability, encouraging the use of local products, waste reduction, and eco-friendly practices that make it one of the most responsible food festivals in Portugal.
Opening hours: 12h00 - 00h00
FAQs
Chefs on Fire is a unique open-air gastronomy and music festival held annually in Cascais. It celebrates cooking exclusively with fire, smoke, and wood, bringing together top national and international chefs, live concerts, and sustainable dining experiences.
The 2026 edition will be held on 19 and 20 September 2026, at the Parque Marechal Carmona in Cascais.
The festival runs from 12:00 PM (noon) to 12:00 AM (midnight) on both days. Visitors can enjoy food, drinks, and live performances throughout the day.
Chefs on Fire Cascais takes place at Parque Marechal Carmona, one of Cascais’ most beautiful green spaces, located near the Marina and the Cascais Museum Quarter.
Tickets start from €75 per day and include:
Entry to the festival and live concerts
Five tasting dishes (about 140 g each) prepared by the chefs
Two drinks of your choice
Yes. The festival offers a family-friendly atmosphere, with open spaces, music, and relaxed dining. Children are welcome to attend under adult supervision.
Yes. Alongside meat and fish dishes, many chefs create vegetarian and vegan options cooked over fire, as well as artisanal desserts.
Absolutely. Every evening features live music performances from Portuguese artists in an intimate, unplugged atmosphere, close to the audience and without large stages.
Yes. Tickets are limited and often sell out weeks before the event. Advance booking through the official website or 3cket.com is strongly recommended.
