O NOSSO QUINTAL

O NOSSO QUINTAL

The Backyard of Kizomba 

Lisbon | 23· 24 · 25 October 2026

Synopsis

O Nosso Quintal is more than a festival  it is a cultural journey that recreates the authentic spirit of Angola’s traditional backyard parties.
For three days, Lisbon becomes a meeting point between Africa and the world, where music, dance, and community come together in a vibrant and familiar atmosphere.
Through workshops, parties, concerts, and an international dance competition, the event celebrates the roots of Kizomba, Semba, and Kuduro, showcasing the living essence of Angolan culture.

Concept

Inspired by Angola’s traditional backyard gatherings  spaces of joy, connection, and cultural expression -O Nosso Quintal brings this genuine spirit to the heart of Europe.
This event does not follow the format of European festivals: it is a warm, authentic, and deeply Angolan celebration, where music and dance build bridges between generations and cultures.

Program

Friday – 23 October 2026
14:00 – 18:00 → Workshops
23h – 04:00 → Backyard Party (Opening Night)

Saturday – 24 October 2026
13:00 – 15:00 → Workshops
15:30 – 21:00 → Social + Street Dance Competition Final
23:00 – 04:00 → Backyard Party with Top DJs

Sunday – 25 October 2026
14:00 – 22:00 → Social with Live Band
Closing Celebration

RSK- Competition

Dance Styles: Kizomba, Semba, Kuduro, Afro House

• Total of 10 competing couples
• Four finalists from Angola, selected through the national street competition
• Six finalists from Europe, America, and Asia, selected online (exclusively for dancers outside Angola)

All submitted videos, along with those from the Angolan street competition, will be promoted on the event’s official platforms.
Registration is free, and all competitors receive a Full Pass for the festival.

Prizes

• Angolan Winner → One to two months of professional work experience in Europe with our partners
• International Winner → Ten-day trip to Angola, including flights and accommodation (Angolan Dances Trip 2027)

Tickets

Promotional Full Pass)

• Single Pass: €95
• Couple Pass: €145
  Price goes up in april 2026

After the earlier bird price goes up to:

• Single Pass: €130
• Couple Pass: €175

One Festival. One Culture. One Backyard.

From Angola to the world a gathering of dancers, musicians, and lovers of African culture.
Experience the energy, warmth, and joy of Angola’s backyard celebrations in the heart of Lisbon.
Our culture begins in the backyard  and the world is its extension.

Inf: info@angolandances.pt