O Tribeca Festival Lisboa 2025 promises three intense days of cinema, television, podcasts and inspiring conversations. Until November 1stthe festival will occupy different spaces in the Beato Innovation Districttransforming the eastern part of the city into a meeting point between creators, artists and the public.
Created in partnership between SICa Lisbon City Council and the Tribeca Enterprisesthe event reinforces Lisbon’s status as a global city of culture and audiovisual innovation.
Where and how to participate
O Unicorn Factory Lisboa is the heart of the festival, with several rooms and stages dedicated to film sessions, masterclasses and live podcasts. There are also parallel events in Iberian Theater, TUMO Lisbon e Beato Convent.
Os tickets are available online no official site (tribecalisboa.sic.pt), with some sessions free for film and performing arts students — although the number of places is limited.
For those coming from abroad, Beato is well served by public transport. The nearest metro stations are Santa Apolónia e olive groveswith direct bus and tram connections. It is recommended to arrive early, especially for the evening sessions, which tend to fill up quickly.
What you can’t miss
The Tribeca Lisboa program is divided into cinema, television, podcasts and talkswith important international guests. Among the highlights are Me Ryan in conversation with Catarina Furtadoabout image, identity and reinvention and Kim Cattrall e Daniela Ruah in a panel on global storytelling. Already Giancarlo Esposito, Edie Falco e Veronica Falcon they will be debating the fascination with fictional anti-heroes.
The program also includes the premiere of “Feel the Magic: Ticha Penicheiro”the documentary about the iconic Portuguese basketball player. The premiere of series and films such as “Red Moon: New Generation”, “Sandokan: The Pirate Prince” e “Bugonia”are other highlights.
Meg Ryan is one of the stars present at this year’s Tribeca Festival Lisboa
Peter Kramer
Practical tips for the public
- Book in advance: Many sessions sell out quickly.
- Arrive 20 to 30 minutes early of the main premieres.
- Explore the space: there are areas for socializing, restaurants and interactive experiences.
- Follow the festival on social media for breaking and behind-the-scenes updates.
- Take comfortable shoes — some spaces require walking between rooms.
Lisbon as a global stage
The Tribeca Festival Lisboa is more than a cinema event — it is a meeting between cultures and generations of creators. By bringing to Portugal the spirit of the New York festival founded by Robert De Niro, the organization aims to reinforce Lisbon’s role as a city of narratives, innovation and artistic diversity. For film and television fans, it is a unique opportunity to see exclusive premieres, chat with internationally renowned artists e discover what’s new in the industry.
Useful information
- Dates: October 29 to November 1, 2025
- Locations: Unicorn Factory Lisbon, Teatro Ibérico, TUMO Lisboa and Convento do Beato
- Tickets and full program: tribecalisboa.sic.pt
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