Category: Culture and Entertainment > Discotheque
District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa
Lux Frágil is located by the Tagus River, in the Santa Apolónia area of Lisbon. Its position offers a unique perspective of the city's riverside, in an area that combines industrial past with contemporary urban vitality. This location allows for an immersive experience in the city, where the estuary's atmosphere merges with the urban landscape.
Lux Frágil's history is intrinsically linked to the vision of its founder, Manuel Reis, and the evolution of a previous space, "Frágil," in Bairro Alto. The opening of Lux, in September 1998, marked a transition to a different, more ambitious scale, allowing it to welcome a larger audience and present a diverse artistic program. This expansion reflected a commitment to electronic music culture, consolidating its role in the capital's nightlife.
Lux Frágil is housed in a concrete building dating back to 1910. Originally, this industrial structure served as a warehouse for a stevedoring company, linked to Lisbon's intense port activity. Its reconversion into a space dedicated to music and culture is a remarkable example of how past architecture can be reinterpreted and revitalized. The maintenance of its original structure gives it a distinctive character, which dialogues with the city's history and its riverside identity.
Since its foundation, Lux Frágil has established itself as one of the main stages for electronic music in Portugal and beyond its borders. It regularly hosts renowned national and international DJs, who contribute to its reputation. The presence of resident DJs, who shape its sonic identity over the years, is a central element of its cultural offering. It is a venue distinguished by the quality of its programming and the atmosphere it provides, attracting contemporary music enthusiasts.
Coordinates DD: 38.714984931818, -9.1205860636364
Coordinates DMS: 38°42'53.9"N 09°07'14.1"W
Weather Lisboa
On-duty Pharmacy Lisboa
