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Time Out announced today a partnership with the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) to host Portugal House, the official fan zone of the Portuguese National Football Team during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Running from June 13 to July 20, Portugal House will transform Time Out Market New York in Brooklyn into a celebration of Portuguese culture, gastronomy, music and football. It will create a home-away-from-home for Portugal supporters and an immersive destination for New Yorkers and visitors eager to experience the country’s vibrant culture during the world’s biggest sporting event. Located in the heart of DUMBO with iconic views of the Manhattan skyline, Time Out Market New York will become a Portuguese destination for six weeks, featuring cultural programming, live music, special food and drink experiences, community events and live screenings of every FIFA World Cup 2026 match, including all Portugal fixtures. Visit Portugal joins Portugal House as part of its ongoing efforts to promote Portugal in the United States, one of the country’s most important tourism markets. Through a series of cultural, gastronomic and networking initiatives, this activation will provide a unique opportunity to showcase Portugal’s diverse tourism offer and engage with international audiences during one of the world’s most watched sporting events. Rob Biagioni, CEO of Time Out Media, said:“The FIFA World Cup is one of the world’s great cultural moments, bringing people together through...

Time Out today announces a new long-term franchise partnership with Vinyl Group, one of Australia's leading culture and lifestyle media businesses. Under the agreement, Vinyl will acquire and operate Time Out Australia, including its digital platforms, social channels, events and experiential activations. Time Out Australia will continue to publish under the Time Out brand through a long-term franchise agreement with Time Out Group. The partnership marks the next chapter for Time Out in Australia and reflects Time Out's strategy of partnering with strong local operators who can help grow the brand through local expertise, audience insight and commercial scale. Time Out has built a strong presence in Australia, helping millions of people discover the best of their cities through trusted recommendations across food, culture, travel, entertainment and experiences. The brand reaches highly engaged audiences looking for inspiration on what to do, see and eat. Vinyl operates a portfolio of leading media brands and cultural platforms in Australia and New Zealand, making it well positioned to support the continued growth of Time Out Australia. Rob Biagioni, CEO of Time Out Media, said: "Australia is an important territory for Time Out, and we're proud of the business and audience we have built over many years.  Vinyl has a strong track record of growing premium media brands and connecting audiences with real-world experiences, making them the ideal partner for Time Out in...

Time Out’s Best Cities for Food with Intrepid Travel shines a light on the world’s top food destinations, as voted for by locals Claiming the top spot is Lima for its world-class dining scene, where exciting new openings, bold uses of native Peruvian ingredients and modern revivals of traditional desserts keep the city’s food culture feeling fresh Bangkok ranks second for its dynamic food scene, where a new wave of Thai fine dining, elevated takes on street food and buzzing new dining districts are giving the city’s food culture fresh energy Taking third place is Mexico City, where global flavours, inventive Mexican cooking and an obsession with tacos make the city one of the most exciting places to eat right now Peruvian capital Lima has been named the world’s best city for food in Time Out’s Best Cities for Food 2026. Recognised for its quality, affordability and diversity, Lima takes the top spot this year thanks to strong local sentiment and expert evaluation. The city boasts an ever-evolving dining scene and vibrant food culture. A deep-rooted culinary heritage sits alongside acclaimed new openings, with tasting menus featuring Amazonian cacao, Andean ingredients and modern interpretations of traditional Peruvian desserts defining Latin America’s fine dining landscape. Time Out’s Best Cities for Food is a widely recognised ranking that highlights the world’s leading culinary destinations, drawing on the views of more than 24,000 city residents worldwide and insights...

Under the agreement, RBA will continue to publish Time Out in Spain under a long-term franchise partnership, ensuring the continued presence and growth of the brand across the market. Time Out Market operations in Spain are not part of the transaction and will continue to be owned and operated by Time Out Group. RBA is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups globally, with a portfolio of more than 25 brands, including international titles such as National Geographic and InStyle. The company reaches an audience of around 60 million people each month across its media platforms. Time Out Group believes that transitioning to a franchise model in Spain will enable the brand to grow faster by benefiting from RBA’s scale, local expertise and multi-platform capabilities. Time Out has built a strong presence in Spain, with Time Out Barcelona and Madrid becoming trusted guides to city life for local audiences and visitors alike. The Group is proud of the business established in the market and sees significant opportunity for further growth in Spain under RBA’s stewardship. As part of the transaction, Time Out Spain's Media team will transfer to RBA, continuing their roles within the new structure. Operations will move to RBA’s offices in Barcelona and Madrid. Rob Biagioni, CEO of Time Out Media, said: “We’re incredibly proud of what the team has built in Spain. It remains a key territory for business growth, particularly alongside Time Out Market Barcelona. This...

Vancouver’s vibrant culinary scene just got even more exciting as Time Out Market Vancouver, the food and cultural market that brings the best of the city together under one roof, is open. It also unveiled the final vendors completing its lineup of 20 exceptional culinary kitchens, all celebrating the very best the city has to offer.   Keeping with its mission to bring the best of the city together under one roof, the market features three bars, with a curated bar program designed to highlight Vancouver’s vast local microbrewery scene, spotlight classic Okanagan wines, and serve custom cocktails, including a Green Tea Fizz. Mocktails, including an Almond Sour, Garden Fizz, Raspberry Spritz, and Mojito, are also available.   Time Out Market Vancouver completes the menu, serving a diverse range of cuisines: Ask for Luigi introduces Pasta e Basta at Time Out Market Vancouver For more than a decade, Ask for Luigi has been a cornerstone of Vancouver’s Italian dining scene, earning consistent recognition, including mentions in the Michelin Guide and Canada’s Top 100 Restaurants. Known for its warm hospitality and the spirit of a traditional Italian home, the restaurant has inspired several successful sister concepts across the region - all grounded in a commitment to producing their own pasta from scratch, ensuring guests receive the highest quality product possible. Now, the team brings an exclusive new concept to Time Out Market Vancouver with Pasta e Basta by Ask for Luigi,...

Time Out’s Best Cities for Culture with Intrepid Travel highlights the world’s top cultural destinations, as voted by locals. Top spot goes to London, thanks to its free world-class museums, evolving cultural spaces and a standout year-round cultural programme. Paris ranks second as a global cultural powerhouse, with hotly anticipated exhibitions and neighbourhood galleries making art accessible across disciplines. Coming in third, New York is a leading cultural capital, driven by leading museums, galleries and a globally influential arts scene, with major 2026 exhibitions across the Metropolitan Museum of Art, MoMA and the Brooklyn Museum. London has been named the number one city for culture in Time Out’s Best Cities for Culture 2026. Recognised for the scale, quality and accessibility of its cultural scene, the UK capital embraces diverse communities and historic landmarks, alongside an extraordinary range of world-class museums and galleries – many of them free to visit.  It’s also a city that’s constantly moving forward, with new cultural spaces opening and established institutions continuing to evolve. From blockbuster West End shows and live music every night of the week to grassroots comedy and performance, London delivers culture in all its forms, every day of the year. Time Out’s Best Cities for Culture is an established ranking that highlights the world’s leading cultural destinations, drawing on the views of more than 24,000 city residents worldwide and...

The move marks a significant step in Time Out’s growth across some of Europe’s most culturally rich and globally visited destinations - from vibrant cities and historic landmarks to world-renowned coastal and island locations. This regional expansion has been made possible through a long-term franchise agreement with Lift Content Factory, a media and content company with strong expertise in lifestyle storytelling and regional audience engagement.   Bringing the best of the region to life Time Out will launch with local editorial teams across key cities including Istanbul, Athens and Dubrovnik, delivering expert recommendations on where to eat, drink, see and do. Coverage will expand rapidly across major tourist destinations and emerging cultural hubs throughout the region, including the Greek Islands and Cyprus. The platform will connect both residents and visitors with the most exciting cultural, culinary and travel experiences across the Eastern Mediterranean, combining Time Out’s trusted editorial voice with a multi-platform presence across digital, social and video.   A strong local partner: Lift Content Factory Ömer Erdem, Founder of Lift Content Factory, said: “We are proud to partner with Time Out to bring this globally respected brand to such a culturally rich and diverse region. From vibrant cities to world-renowned islands and coastal destinations, our goal is to showcase the very best experiences through authentic, locally driven storytelling. We aim to inspire...

Time Out India debuts with platforms for Delhi and Mumbai, delivering trusted, first-hand recommendations across food and drink, arts and culture, film, entertainment and events. Written and curated by local expert journalists, Time Out India connects residents and visitors alike with the very best experiences across India’s leading cities. Part of Time Out’s global network spanning more than 350 cities in over 50 countries, the platform combines authoritative editorial curation with a multi-channel presence across digital, social and video –  creating a powerful destination for audiences seeking meaningful city discovery and for brands looking to connect with an engaged, experience-led community. As part of the broader partnership between QDL and Time Out Group plc, QDL will also bring the first Time Out Market to India, with a flagship location opening at Worldmark Aerocity, New Delhi, in the second half of 2026. Spread across approximately 24,500 sq ft, Time Out Market Delhi will bring together 11 curated kitchens and two full-service bars alongside a live performance stage and private events space, offering seating for around 500 guests. True to the globally successful Time Out Market model, the venue will showcase the city’s most exciting chefs, restaurateurs, and cultural talent under one roof – combining trusted editorial curation with real-life experiences. Located adjacent to Indira Gandhi International Airport, the Market is positioned to welcome both...

Hosted at Sydney Brewery in Rozelle (Friday and Saturday), before culminating at Firedoor on Monday – one of Australia’s most acclaimed fire-led restaurants – the series brings together chef-owner Lennox Hastie and Austin-based pitmaster Kareem El-Ghayesh of KG BBQ, widely regarded as one of Texas’ most exciting voices in modern barbecue, for his first-ever visit to Australia. The Firedoor Pitmaster Series is a curated run of guest chef collaborations focused on live-fire cooking and global barbecue traditions. This edition celebrates Texas, showcasing both classic Central Texas techniques and KG BBQ’s distinctive Egyptian-influenced approach. The programme includes four public-facing events: A honky-tonk BBQ feast A hands-on brisket masterclass A free public cookout An intimate five-course collaboration dinner at Firedoor Tickets for public events are available via the Firedoor website. Time Out’s role is to amplify the series through editorial and social storytelling, introducing Australian audiences to the depth and diversity of Texas food culture. Coverage will include features on Texas barbecue traditions, guides to experiencing Texas food firsthand, and video content with Hastie and El-Ghayesh exploring the craft behind the collaboration. Content will also be captured across the event series, with Time Out inviting a group of creators and media from its network to attend the opening night – extending the reach of the experience beyond the restaurant itself. The...

Time Out, in partnership with Gay Times, today launches The Right to Dance: Queer nightlife in 2026, a new report exploring the current state - and future - of LGBTQIA+ nightlife in the UK. The full report is available to download here: https://forms.timeout.com/the-right-to-dance  The research paints a stark picture of a scene under pressure. 77% of respondents say the number of queer nightlife spaces in their area has decreased, while 82% feel these closures have directly impacted their sense of community. Just 7% say they feel well represented by the spaces that remain. At the same time, the report highlights a resilient and evolving community - one that continues to show up, adapt and rebuild. Nearly three-quarters (74%) of respondents attend queer nightlife at least monthly, while 90% say they are willing to travel for the right space, music and crowd - underlining the continued importance of these spaces as cultural and social infrastructure. Solomon Thomson, Managing Director of Gay Times, says:“For me, just like for countless others within the community, queer nightlife has long been a vital space for self-expression, identity exploration, connection and existence. This report shows both the urgency of the challenges facing the scene and the resilience of the communities continuing to build it.”   A scene at a crossroads From historic queer venues to grassroots nights, nightlife has long been central to LGBTQIA+ identity, connection and expression. But rising...