“MeaJazz has grown in recent years—above all in quality—and features both national and international acts. It draws people to Luso from various parts of the country, as well as visitors from abroad,” highlighted António Jorge Franco, Mayor of Mealhada.

The Luso Lake Garden in Mealhada will host the MeaJazz – Jazz, Blues & Wine Fest on 3 and 4 July, spotlighting jazz and blues, wine tasting, sparkling wine, and the festival’s natural, open-air setting.

Open-air concerts at MeaJazz showcase emerging jazz talents and renowned musicians, celebrating the region’s culture and identity. The festival offers an intimate and diverse experience for attendees.

During the presentation of the festival program, António Jorge Franco revealed that the investment in this two-day event is approximately 100,000 euros. The lineup will feature trumpeter Luís Martelo—currently based in England, but with roots in Barcouço.

Franco expressed his appreciation for having a local musician open and perform at MeaJazz.

Meanwhile, the festival’s curator, Pedro Galhoz, emphasised that this event is not intended to be a traditional jazz festival; rather, it aims to make space for diverse sounds and audiences while still respecting jazz's roots.

“Traditional jazz often narrows the audience base. We want to expand our audience and open the festival up to families,” he explained.

Among the confirmed artists for 3 July are Peter Storm & The Blues Society and Tó Trips & Fake Latinos.

The following day, Portuguese saxophonist Cabrita and young Brazilian artist Mirla Riomar will take the stage, representing the Lusophone world.

Closing out the festival, the Parque do Lago do Luso will host Frankie Chavez.

In parallel, the MeaJazz program once again features street entertainment—provided by Desbundixie—alongside a "Wine Fest" concept, organised in partnership with the Rota da Bairrada, among other tasting and beverage areas.

During her remarks, the Vice-Mayor of Mealhada, Filomena Pinheiro, took the opportunity to highlight the festival's evolution since its relocation from Mealhada to Luso five years ago—a move that served to “strengthen the bond between culture, the local landscape, and well-being.”

“What we aim to create here is a family-friendly, welcoming atmosphere—a place where this natural beauty harmonises with high-quality, captivating rhythms,” she stated.

The Municipality of Mealhada also intends to involve young musicians and local schools, transforming MeaJazz into a space for discovery and a “launchpad for new talent.”

Regarding capacity, Luso’s natural amphitheatre is expected to accommodate “between five and ten thousand people” over the course of the festival, which offers free admission.