The Filarmónica Estrela do Oriente, based in the Algarvia parish, held its III Festival de Bandas on October 10 and 11. The cultural event, which included the commemoration of the institution's 148th anniversary, featured the participation of three philharmonic bands, two of which were from outside the municipality of Nordeste.
At the philharmonic's anniversary ceremony, the municipality of Nordeste was represented by the Vice-President of the City Council, Marco Mourão, responsible for culture, by councilor and deputy Flávio Soares, and by members of the Parish Council of Algarvia. The Nordeste City Council collaborated in organizing this cultural weekend, which is held for the third consecutive year.
The festival included performances by philharmonic bands on Sunday. On Saturday, the parish offered entertainment with theater and folklore, followed by evening entertainment with a DJ, as well as a food and drink area available throughout the two days of the event.
