Rooted in Portuguese tradition, we celebrate the vibrant spirit, stories, and flavors of Portugal, our own cultural ocean, right here, in the middle of Utah’s deserts. From language and culture, to community and connection, we’re building bridges that honor our past and inspire our future. Bem-vindos!

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CULTURE - COMMUNITY - CONNECTION -

CULTURE - COMMUNITY - CONNECTION -

Our Vision

An engaged Portuguese community that celebrates, preserves and promotes its language, traditions and culture

Our Mission

To Celebrate and Promote Portuguese Culture

Hosting cultural festivals, culinary events, artistic performances, and historical commemorations

To Engage the Community

Promoting dialogue and connections between Portuguese-speaking communities and Utah’s broader population through education and outreach

To Preserve our Heritage

Upholding and sharing the Portuguese spirit of saudade, resilience, and joy, to our future generations

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Our Team

We are a passionate community of storytellers, bridge-builders, and cultural stewards—celebrating Portuguese heritage and fostering connection across generations and borders. Meet our Executive team here

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Upcoming events

  • Celebration of Portugal’s Day of Freedom

    Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, for a celebration of Country, Community, and Caldo Verde @ BYU, in Provo, Utah

    On April 25, 1974, ordinary Portuguese citizens placed red carnations into the barrels of soldiers' rifles and changed the course of history forever. Fifty-two years later, that spirit of freedom, unity, and hope lives on — and we invite you to celebrate it with us.

    The Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Utah and the Portuguese Heritage Alliance of Utah warmly welcome you to our 25 de Abril Celebration — A Revolução dos Cravos, an afternoon of snacks, music, community, and remembrance.

    📅 Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Location: Brigham Young University (BYU), Provo, Utah
    Joseph Fielding Smith Building (JFSB)
    Suite B003 — Foreign Language Activity Commons

    Parking:Visitor’s Parking BYU Museum of Art

    Program:
    Flag Ceremony  
    Brief Remarks
    Snacks:
    Caldo Verde provided — a taste of home!

    Potluck — We kindly ask guests to bring one simple dish or side to share with a friend. If you can't, come anyway! 

    Socializing — Connect with the Portuguese diaspora and friends of Portugal across Utah

    This is your afternoon. Whether you were born in Portugal, carry Portuguese heritage, or simply love the culture — you belong here. invite a friend!
    Come hungry, come joyful, and come ready to celebrate freedom.

    "O 25 de Abril é de todos nós!" — April 25th belongs to all of us!

    More detail at: www.portugalinutah.org

Contact Us

Interested in collaborating with us, need some information? Drop us a line here and we’ll be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!