We do not want the crisis to serve as a reason for the portuguese to miss the best worldwide motorized events at the international autodrome of the Algarve. All purchasers of tickets for the FIFA World Touring Car (WTCC) which takes place on the 2nd and 3rd June, with the participation of Tiago Monteiro, will receive immediate free tickets for the World Cup FIA GT1, on 6th to 8th of July and for the Superbike World Championship on 21st to the 23rd of September. For Paulo Pinheiro, director of the Algarve International Autodrome: ”In the current economic climate, most Portuguese have trouble spending for leisure activities. This initiative will, amongst a host of others, aim to give opportunity to all who enjoy motor sports to come to our circuit. The ticket prices should not impede people to have fun and visit the AIA, ”he said. Note that the calendar for the Portimao circuit events is extensive: 2nd and 3rd June - WTCC | Portugal Cup | AutoGP | Maserati Trophy | League of Portugal Classic and 1300 Classic 6th to 8th July - World Championship FIA GT1 | Portuguese circuits championship| Portugal Classic and 1300 Classic championships. 25th and 26th August - Motosport Vodafone 21st to 23rd September - Superbike World Championship | Motosport Vodafone 6th and 7th October - World Championship Superbikes 18th to 21st October - Algarve Classic Festival 2nd to 4th November - Le Mans Series 25thNovember to December 1st - Rotax Final.]]> After the good results achieved last year, the Municipal Kennels of Lagos are backing a campaign to promote free castration of dogs and cats, in order to continue to control the animal population. The campaign for the neutering of dogs and cats (males and females), which rely on the voluntary collaboration of veterinarians who pursue their activity in the area (namely Keike Rautenberg, Grace Silva, Maria José, Rammquist Lars, James Jesus; Vadin Petruck and James Cagney) will take place from the 28th May to the 1st June. All animals who were given for adoption by the municipal kennels since January 2010, and other residents who have a large number of animals can benefit from this campaign. Those interested must registrate on the 21st and 22nd of May (btw. 9.00 - 12.00 and 14.00 and 16.00O ) with the The Environmental and Urban Services Department of Lagos's town hall (Margarida Maurício), by telephone no. 282 771 700 / 912 150 018. The city of Lagos is licensed since last February as an official animal companion collection center, which was previously merely a transitional collection and housing center for cats and dogs. The center can house 42 dogs and 7 cats thanks to the expansion and renovations of 2008, helped by the local association for the protection of animals. This is how the campaign ” Make a new friend” - Amicão was launched by Lagos city hall to increase the number of adoptions and prevent overcrowding of the facilities.]]> Joly Braga Santos will perform a concert with the academy of music of Lagos, funded by DgArtes/Secretary of State for Culture and with the support of the Municipality and Conservatory of Portimão, encompassed in the program of celebrations of the 26th anniversary of the academy. The orchestra will present an interpretation of works for accordion accompanied by GONÇALO PESCADO and the classical orchestra of the academy (OCDA), which besides other works, interprets the most popular variations with the AML choir on the 20th of May at 16.00 in TIME-Teatro Municipal de Portimão.]]> On May 28th until June 8th the Interpretation Center will receive the photography exhibition ”Tohoku - The Great Eastern Japan Earthquake.” The exhibition consists of five panels and aims to commemorate the first anniversary of the earthquake that devastated the coast of Sanriku, Japan, in the pacific ocean. The event will show a documentary entitled ”Thank you from Japan,” produced by the niponic authorities as a thank you for the support from the international community. The initiative of the embassy of Japan and the National Civil Protection Authority has the support of the Municipality of Vila do Bispo. The exhibition will be open to the public Monday through Friday, 10:00 to 16:30]]> The parish of Vila Real de Santo António, and the city council, are to restore the benches located in Avenida da República, opposite the port. This initiative which follows the restoration work of the benches of Marques de Pombal Square, intends to extend to other parts of the city. The VRSA municipality and parish councils have put in place the program ”Step by Step”, which aims at upgrading the public spaces of the county.]]> The Abc Algarve Models teamed up with the Tennis Club of Loule to organize an entire month of activities for one whole day, with meals included so the daddies can relax! July is the holiday month that you will like most, sign up!]]> The proposed amendment to the urban plan of the sea front of Albufeira introduces adjustments and updates in terms of regulation and graphic elements which can be found on the municipality's site. Those interested in presenting suggestions, may do so until May 31st. The Urban Plan developed under the Polis Albufeira program, has been in force since October 2003. Following nine years of it's validity, the municipality of Albufeira submits this territorial management for public discussion, an amendment which incorporates changes both in graphic and regulation terms.. The documents that contain the proposal can be found at this site www.cm-albufeira.pt or at the Citizen Advice Bureau of Albufeira, during operating hours. Direct consultation of the documentation:]]> Applications are open for monitors until May 31st, for the Sports Area of Praia da Rocha and Portimão 2012 Sport Holidays - a project for leisure time during July and August which handles about 2,500 of the city's youths. In both cases, those interested in participating as monitors must be students between 17 and 25, be available in July and August and have a taste for sport activities. Entries must be made to: City of Portimão - Sports Division - Rua Oceano Atlântico, No. 5 Quinta das Parreiras, 8500 Portimão, for additional information call 282 470 813 or e-mail: desporto@ cm-portimao.pt.]]> Saturday, the 12th, the city of Lagos will join the ”Human Tide - A day of awareness for the protection of the coast,” an initiative underway at national level on 20 beaches in Portugal. Meia Praia will stage activities in Lagos, where all are invited to participate and join hands for this cause. This initiative, which will take place between 8:30 and 13:00, in Lagos (next to Bar Linda), aims to raise awareness of a range of threats to the coast and the importance of participation by all in the protection of the Portuguese coast . This initiative promoted by the European Blue Flag Association (ABAE), together with Buondi and the municipalities, consists of simultaneously educating and involving as many people as possible of all ages in one day on 20 beaches in Portugal. The program for this day consists of a set of initiatives called ”ALERTS” . To launch these alerts, the Human Tide relies on the involvement of municipalities, children and young of the Eco-Schools, Scouts and surfers as well as all citizens who want to participate. Towards the end of the morning, close to 12:30, there will be a solemn and symbolic moment - the Human Tide - in which all participants will hold hands for this cause: the protection of the coast with the support of Hands Across the Sand. (http://www.handsacrossthesand.org), an international institution whose mission is to bring communities together for the same cause: the need to protect the coast. GIVE HANDS ON THIS SUBJECT AND JOIN! PROGRAM 08h30 - Arrival of Participants 9:00 a.m. ALERT 1 - There is garbage on the beach! Activity: selective collection and disposal of existing waste on the beach. Gloves and tongs will be provided by the Eco-Schools brigade. 9:00 a.m. ALERT 1 - There is garbage on the beach! Activity: selective collection and disposal of existing waste on the beach. Gloves and tongs will be provided by the Eco-Schools brigade. 10.00 ALERT 2 - There is life to preserve! Activity: Representation of biodiversity in coastal sand through sand art - a jury will evaluate the entries. 11.00 ALERT 3-52 warned! Activity: Gymkhana with various challenges and activities that draw attention to several issues, including the red alerts, water pollution from maritime disasters, amongst others. 12.00 ALERT 4 - Warning from the Sun! Activity:Bring attention to the importance of using sun hats and sunscreen 12:30 SYMBOLIC ACTION HUMAN TIDE - HUMAN TIDE CHAIN 13.00 - Closure]]> The race for selection is an initiative of Banco Espírito Santo and the Portuguese Football Federation, in partnership with the Municipality of Faro to mobilize the population in supporting the National Football Team in the European Championships. The race for selection in Faro will have the technical support of ”Emoção está no Ar” -The Association of sports and cultural events. On June 2nd starting at 10:00 am at Jardim Manuel Bivar, in Faro. Participants must register in advance. http://www.corridapelaseleccao.com/faro/homepage.html]]> The Municipality of Portimão has today taken a decisive step with it's street vending policy by transferring the vendors operating in the Horta do Burro to new stands located near the market in Avenida S. João de Deus. This came about following an intervention that included the capture of rainwater and the installation of new stalls, bridging the gaps that were occurring at this site in terms of sanitation. The new structure is located on land adjacent to the Urban TAU, near the market Avenue S. João de Deus, and has 40 covered sales outlets , with the possibility of increasing the capacity by more than 35, providing better conditions for both the customers and for vendors who will pay a monthly fee of around 40 euros.]]> Joel Xavier is considered one of the world's most prestigious guitarists, Joel Xavier, played and recorded with Ron Carter, Tooots Thielemans, Paquito D'Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, Michel Camilo, Richard Galliano, Larry Coryell, Birele Lagrene, Tomatito, Luis Salinas, Rene Toledo, Joey Francesco, Didier Lockwood, Randy Brecker and Stanley Jordan. He will play on June 7th at the Municipal Auditorium of Lagoa at 21:30 h Further information: Convento S. José - Ticket office - 282 380 473 - Reception - 282 380 434 - Municipal Auditorium - 282 380 452 - Convento.sjose@cm-lagoa.webside.pt]]> On the 22nd May the municipality of Olhão will promote, International Biodiversity Day, with two activities , the House Museum João Lúcio (Ecotec), located in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa where a book will be presented and an exhibition inaugurated. Thus, from 17:00hrs, the presentation of the book ”Field Guide to the Marine Fauna and Flora of Portugal”, written by Vasco Ferreira will take place. The editor, Nuno Gomes (Living Planet Publishing), will also give his views on this book on national flora and fauna. It follows the opening of an exhibition entitled ”Faces and Traces of the Aquatic World,” by photographers Joel Santos (faces) and Vasco Ferreira and Sergio Tavares (marine fauna and flora). The director of the Center for Coastal Ecohydrology (UNESCO), Chícharo Louis, will present the work and also a brief dissertation on the biodiversity of the aquatic world, the theme of this exhibition. In addition to these activities, environmental education initiatives within the exhibition will be held, autograph session and a Port of Honour will be offered at approximately 18.30. This initiative is a partnership between the municipality of Olhão and the Center for Coastal Ecohydrology supported by the National Commission for UNESCO.]]> Everything About Sushi, is a business project that chooses Sushi as the common denominator of all it's activities, which will present and provide this concept to the entrepreneurs in the Algarve on the 8th of May. A novel opportunity, irreverent, differentiating and highly profitable, which will certainly be a good business solution for the summer to come. This is a presentation of an informal nature which searches closely and logically to identify, select and clarify similar business potentials. The event is scheduled for 18.00hrs at BLU ( Beach Lounge Unique, Praia da Rocha - Portimão) and has the support of the National Youth Association. Light, healthy and fresh are the gastronomic characteristics of this increasingly appreciated Japanese cuisine, which could be the description for the business concept for this summer's Everything About Sushi which is to last 3 months. Reputed for it's diversity and excelent quality of service it stands out in 3 distinctive areas: Sushi School, the first sushi school in the country directed by Chef Paulo Morais, Sushi Services: quality service for catering and events and Sushi Licensing: a business concept associated with creating sushi sales areas within highly visited commercial areas. ]]> ArteDentro - Culture Festival - Aljezur, as the name indicates, is an event that aims to bring together the artistic producers residing in the municipality of Aljezur. During six days in the EMA (Multipurpose space Aljezur) visitors can see a display of about 300 works of 80 artists and artisans, participate in a series of knowledge and theme workshops, attend a set of live music cessions , try some traditional culinary delicacies from Aljezur and purchase some local products. Entry is free , the ArteDentro - Culture Festival of Aljezur will run on the 4th, 5th, 6th,11th,12th and13th of May at 15:00 until 23:00 hours, with the opening scheduled for May 4th at 18:00 hours . This is an initiative of the Board of Aljezur with the sponsorship of the Caixa de Crédito Agricola Mutuo de São Teotónio. Program:]]> The presentation of the book ”Algarve - 12poets of the XXI century in the south” by Dália Paulo and Vitor Cardeira will take place at 18.00hrs on Wednesday May 2nd, in the municipal library Álvaro de Campos (Tavira), followed by a poetry recital by Gisela Ramos Rosa. This study, conducted by Fernando Esteves Pinto and Tiago Nene, is an anthology that includes twelve very different voices of today´s poetry. António Ramos Rosa, Casimiro de Brito, Fernando Esteves Pinto, Gaston Cruz, José Carlos Barros, Manuel Madeira, Miguel Godinho, Júdice Nuno, Pedro Afonso, Rui Dias Simon, Tiago Nené and Victor Gil Cardeira are present in this book. Apart from the ten poems by each author and respective biographies, the book also includes a critical essay on each poet, written by another poet.]]> Following the joint work that has been carried out by the ports of Seville and Portimao, with the purpose of attracting cruise ships to the Algarve and Andalusia, negotiations are well under way with a sea/river cruise line , towards the completion of weekly trips between the two destinations The itinerary under current technical assessment provides for stops in the ports of Seville, Vila Real de Santo António, Olhão and Faro, with turn-around operations (embarkation and disembarkation of passengers) in Portimão, enabling the organization of package tours for passengers who stay in the Algarve region, creating good economic advantages for hotels, restaurants, local businesses and even for Faro´s International Airport. Strategically located at the junction between the Atlantic and Mediterranean, and benefiting from unique natural conditions, the port of Portimão has in the last four years had a significant increase in the number of cruise passengers, from 5,798 in 2007 to 44,841 last year, representing an increase of 673 percent.]]> For the fourth consecutive year the municipality of Silves will,as usual, organise a sporting event to raise money for institutions and non profit organisations and contribute to improving it´s services to the community. In this case the the funds raised through the entries will go to the Refugio Aboim Ascensão. All those who wish to participate can make their entries at the Silves swimming pool, the Junta de Freguesiaof Algoz, Armacão de Pera and SB Messines or by entering on email address desporto@cm-silves.pt. The price is 5 euros which includes accident insurance and a T shirt. The Silves Tour 2012 consists of two events. A urban walk of 4km and 9km in distance and a bicycle ride that will leave from Messines, Armação da Pera, Algoz and Silves with distances of 17 and 20km. The intention also is to seize the occasion to launch a campaign to collect food to be delivered to institutions dedicated to the distribution to the poorest households. This campaign will take place between the 30th April and the 4th of May in every school in the region and until the 6th of May at the swimming pool of Silves. It should be noted that Silves Tour 2012 has the participation, membership and support of following public and private entities, like the IPDJ – Instituto Português do Desporto e da Juventude, programa Nacional de Marcha e Corrida, Agrupamento de Escolas de Armação de Pêra, GADAG, Clube Xelb, Grupo Amigos de Messines, Água Serra da Estrela, Continente, RestXelb – bar das piscinas, AR Publicidade, Paulo Publicidade, Publiradio, My Dinamic, Agrupamento de Escolas de Silves, Agrupamento de Escolas de SB Messines, Escola Secundária de Silves, Azogla, Instituto Piaget, Associação de Estudantes do AE Silves, Holiday Inn, Colina Hotels & Resorts, Frutas Martinho, Frutas Mourinho, Francisco Vieira e Filhos, Lda – Laranjas do Algarve, LARA – Laranja do Algarve, SA, Sociedade Columbófila de SB Messines, Juntas de Freguesias do Algoz, de Armação de Pêra, de Pêra e de SB Messines, Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa, GNR de Silves, Bombeiros Voluntários de Silves, Bombeiros Voluntários de SB Messines, Rádio Algarve FM and Sul Informação. For more information those interested can contact the sports sector of the municipality of Silves by phoning 282440270 or by email address: desporto@cm-silves.pt.]]> This initiative came from the Nautical Centre of the capital of the Algarve and Conquilha, the opening to wave sports, with the support of the Surf Club of Faro. This latest aspect of surfing is catching on throughout the world and can already be seen here on the portuguese beaches. More and more surfers and bodyboarders stand on their boards, using a paddle as a means of propulsion to catch the waves and surf. These boards are also used for racing or relaxed promenades. The Algarve region can provide an innovative experience, given the success the sport has seen and the advantage our coast provides for both internal waters and the wave conditions on our shores. To respond to the varied public interest various activities in the form of workshops have been set up by SUP (Stand Up Paddle) on the formosa river as well as on the waves for those who want to show their rising competitive capabilities. This day will also serve as a social meeting amongst the participants who can experience from previous initiatives organised by the sports division and the town hall youth association of Faro and Portal Conquilha. Entries can be made online by accessing the entry page www.conquilha.com. The cost for those who want to compete and enjoy a really competitive day is 10 euros. Entry for those who would like to partake and experience the sport is free. Supporting this initiative is the Clube de Surf de Faro, Windsurfpoint/Starboard, RRD, Santa Kite School, Pipeline Surf Shop, Hotel Ibis, Hotel Dom José and Aqui há Praia. The port authority and the gymnasium of the Naval Club of Faro also lend their support in terms of organisation. The Conquilha Press Center e RUA fm. will cover the event of the 12th of May, on Faro beach. For more information:]]> Every year people all over the world join hands on our beaches (photo: Praia da Oura, Albufeira), in our parks, cities and towns to stop offshore oil drilling, end our dependance on dirty fuels and advance clean energy. Hands Across the Sand is a movement made of people of all walks of life and crosses political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of the air we breath, the water that sustains us, our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife and fishing industries. This movement is about embracing energy sources that will sustain our planet. Join hands on May 12 in Portugal and on August 4th all over the world.]]> The origin of the tradition of the Mayans is lost in time. According to some, Maya was a straw doll around which one danced all night on the first day of May. This ritual is associated with fertility rites of early spring and the new crop of the year. The Maya is an ancient cultural tradition, but remains very much alive in Lagos, repeated each year in early May. As in previous years, and in order to encourage people to keep this tradition alive, the parish of St. Sebastian holds an exhibition to elect the most beautiful Maya of Lagos. This initiative includes the participation and enthusiasm of the whole city, rag dolls are designed by hand, dressed in costumes and adorned with flowers and portrayed daily. The works will be displayed in windows, doors, balconies, courtyards and in the streets of the city and in several towns in the region.]]> TEMPO (Teatro Municipal de Portimão) - marks the International Day of Dance with a presentation of the show ”Infinite Blue” on April 29th at 17:00 at the Nuno Loom Auditorium. This choreographic creation came from the proposal made by Dancenema, a cultural association of Portimão, for the show ”Dancing Blue”. It was presented in August 2010, the month when the city was plunged into blue, celebrating the work written by Manuel Teixeira Gomes, ”Agosto Azul. ” ”Infinite Blue” results from a fusion of contemporary dance techniques and aerial trapeze with choreography by Thora Jorge and Liliana Garcia. Tickets for this show can be purchased at Tempo for 5 euros from Tuesday to Saturday at 14h00 to 19h00, or on the day of the show from 14:00 to 21:30. For more information or reservations call: 282402475, 961579917, or www.teatromunicipaldeportimao.pt]]> The 2012 season of the International GT Open starts at the International Autodromo of the Algarve on the 27th to the 29th of April. This will be the third time that Portimao will host this seven year championship. The GT2 and GT3 categories piloted by professional or 'gentleman drivers' will grace the track but also provide very competitive racing. The International GT Open is often dubbed as the European GT visiting, in addition to Portugal, countries such as Germany, Belgium, England, France, Hungary, Italy and Spain. Miguel Ramos will represent the national colours once again . The Portuguese driver will team up with Raffaele Giammaria in a Ferrari 458 GT2. The Portuguese driver tasted victory in the 2011 AIA and intends to repeat the feat. He will, however, be up against some heavy, well equipped opposition with cars as diverse as Porsche, Aston Martin, Audi, Mercedes and Ford. As well as the GT Open there will also be the single-driver F2, F3 and the Single challenge. A 'mix' that will bring no less than 13 races.]]> The municipality of Olhão, as in previous years, continues to distribute about five hundred food baskets to the needy families of this county. The first set of products were distributed around Easter and will be guaranteed until the end of 2012. The distribution is made by the municipality to some of the charities, and these in turn, distribute the food among people with food shortages. The bags contain packets of pasta, rice, milk, sugar, flour, grains, beans, tuna, sausages, oil, cereals and crackers. The infant basket includes milk and porridge. The baskets are distributed to the Associação Cultural e de Apoio Social de Olhão (ACASO), Associação Vida Abondante, Casa do Povo de Moncarapacho, Red Cross delegations of Fuseta, Moncarapacho and Olhão, Grupo de Bem-Fazer Celeiro de Amor, Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Moncarapacho and the Sociedade Sao Vicente de Paulo - Conferências de Olhão, Quelfes e Siroco. The City is therefore aware of the importance of distributing these foods to those who have little or nothing, insisting that this is a simple gesture, full of meaning, as is the act of offering food items to those in need.]]> CHAOS is the new one man magic show by the distinguished portuguese Luis de Matos - more revered than ever. The auditorium of the Casino of Estoril was where his new concerto debuted... illusions so real that defy reason, will now be performed in the Grand Auditorium TIME. Like the beating of a butterfly's wings in Tokyo can cause a hurricane in New York, the presence of every viewer is reflected in each of Luis de Matos´s representations in CHAOS. An unforgettable journey, full of interaction and mystery, full of the inexplicable ​​that will stay in the memory of every spectator who experiences them. In CHAOS ,Luis de Matos, the strangest elements interact in a magical and surprising way. Saramago once said that chaos is an order to be deciphered. In CHAOS Luis de Matos, the 'crack' is not an option. The ninety-minute show is a unique combination of the collective imagination of all who participate. It is an unprecedented magical experience a collection of mysteries come true in each representation, constituting of a magical personal journey, non-transferable and a memorable. Illusion or reality? The choice is yours... Nuno Loon Grand Auditorium, Portimão Date: 5th May, 21.30 (90min) Price: 15 euros - Children 12 and below:10 euros]]> Applications for the 13th edition of the Fado competition are to be held from April 28 to May 26. The contest, open to all amateur singers 18 or over, will take effect over four rounds, with a final and a grand final. Round 1 - April 28th - The Reception Hall of Nossa Senhora da Graça in Sagres; Round 2 - May 5th - The Reception Hall of Tempomar in Burgau; Round 3 - May 6th - The Sports and Cultural Association of Raposeira; Round 4 - May 12th - At the Education and Recreation Society in Budens; Final - May 19th - The Auditorium of the Cultural Centre of Vila do Bispo; Grand Final - May 26th -The Reception Hall of the Recreational Society of Barao de Sao Miguel. The competition participation rules allow for a maximum of 10 entries per round, the competitor may sign up for a second round if failing in the first. The final will be selected by a jury and the top 5 competitors will compete in the Grand Final. As for the prizes, the winner will receive a cash prize of 500 euros, 250 euros for second, the third place will receive 150 euros, 4th and 5th ranked will receive 50 euros each. Those interested in participating in this free contest may make their application by post - Cultural Centre of Vila do Bispo, municipality of Largo, 8650-407 Vila do Bispo, by phone or fax 282 630 300 / 282 639 325 or by e-mail - tania.lucas cm @viladobispo.pt. The participation rules and the entry form are available on the website of the municipality in www.cm-viladobispo.pt. Promoting amateur fado, presenting new musical talent as well as stimulating the taste for fado, are some of the objectives of the municipality of Vila do Bispo to promote this initiative, which contributes to the cultural development of the county.]]> The first album (on 30th of April) from drummer Sonia ”Little B” Cabrita is a project of the author, mature and cohesive. Original compositions backed by a ”lineup” international guarantee high homogeneity throughout the hearing this CD, carefully finished. An auspicious beginning. Extract from ”cover notes” Jose Duarte: ”...a woman sitting behind the drums and cymbals is just an odd situation in jazz Sonia Cabrita best Sonia ”Little B” Cabrita certainly by the appreciation that is the subject of jazz is a Portuguese jazz drummer! no offense to Bobby to justice for Sonia named this pack of words: ”Big B”...”]]> On April 15th a walking race will take place as part of the National Walking Race initiative. The meeting will be in Fóia, at 9:30 am and there will be two alternative routes. A 6 km and 11km one. Not to be missed !]]> The pedagogic farm of Portimao will promote a series of workshops in April and May, on cultivation and processing of small gardens, especially directed at children, but also at families. On April 22 there will be two initiatives, one between 09.00 and 13.00hrs. on gardening and terracing, and the other from 15.00 to 17.00hrs. on bio gardens for parents and children, while on the 5th, 19th and 26th of May there will be pottery workshops from 09h00 to 12h00. Also scheduled for 6th,13th, 20th and 27th of May, at 09:00 to 13:00 on Thursdays, are workshops on gardening, on the13th a workshop on bio gardens for children, will run from 15:00 to 17:00. Those interested in further information, such as the price of the workshops, or inscriptions, which will have a limit on the number of participants, should contact the Quinta services between 9:00 and 17:00 by telephone 282480730 or e-mail quinta.pedago gica@cm-portimao.pt]]> The Algarve International Karting track will receive the fourth round of the Red Bull Kart Fight on 21st of April. The event aims to find the best amateur Portuguese 'kart' driver who will represent Portugal in the Red Bull World Kart Fight Final. To be one of the competitors in this unprecedented initiative, participants need to be between 13 and 35 years, more than 1.50m in height and not have any kind of sport license. The entry fee is 10 €. It's a unique opportunity for anyone who has always had a dream but never the courage to publicly show their competitive skills. A unique event with the seal of Red Bull. Entries can be made ​​online or on April 21st KIA. More information www.redbull.pt/kartfight]]> .