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The Regional Government of Madeira has approved financial support for five entities to boost the Flower Festival in May 2026.
The Regional Government Council of Madeira has authorized, through five separate resolutions, the signing of development and cooperation protocols aimed at supporting tourist animation projects integrated into the 2026 Flower Festival. These grants are intended to enrich the Allegorical Parade and the performances of participating groups, strengthening the promotion of the Madeira destination.
The beneficiary entities and their respective grants are as follows:
The protocols, which remain in effect until December 30, 2026, were validated by the Regional Secretary of Tourism, Environment and Culture, acting as President, António Eduardo de Freitas Jesus, highlighting the executive's commitment to the cultural and tourist revitalization of the Region.
The Regional Government has approved the expansion of the Quinta do Furão Rural Hotel in Santana, authorising an increase in capacity from 65 to 75 accommodation units and from 134 to 154 beds. Licensing is conditional on compliance with the functional, environmental and regulatory measures set out in the project.
The Regional Government approved grants of up to €6,000 for MARIOFA - Festival of Puppetry and Other Animated Forms, and up to €60,000 for the EHF Champions Cup 2026. The agreements support events planned for Funchal, Calheta and Porto Santo.
The Regional Government has approved up to €37,000 in funding for Seixal Naval Club to organise the Canyoning Madeira Meeting and the Mountain Bike Madeira Meeting. The funding will be paid in two instalments between 2026 and 2027.