Cuddle Party in Porto
A resourceful group practice where we cuddle, explore interaction, intentions and personal boundaries, in a safe and caring setting. Usually around 8–10 people. LGBTQ+ friendly, sober, and consent-based.
How a session works
To help you feel relaxed, the first hour walks through group rules, getting to know one another, and warm-up practices of inviting, rejecting, and feeling your body’s signals. Then there are several hours of free interaction, within the rules. In the last 30 minutes we gather in a circle to share and close the space. You are free to choose with whom and how you interact — including not interacting, wrapping up in a blanket, and simply watching.
Two tracks
Porto hosts a regular cuddle party and a FLINTA* variation. Regular sessions are currently held by Abdel. FLINTA* sessions are specifically for women, trans, nonbinary and/or intersex people, with extra attention to safety, trust and community. They are facilitated by a female-presenting person, who also leads the interview.
Regular sessions: write to Abdel
FLINTA* sessions: write to Constança
Language: English, and Portuguese at some meetings
Location shared after the interview
What we hold as a group
Active consent: ask out loud and wait for a clear yes.
Non-sexual interaction: tenderness, care and playfulness — not kissing, genital touch, or sexualised contact.
Care for yourself, others, and the room.
Sober participation. Prescribed medication is a different case — tell the facilitator about known effects.
We privilege tactile interaction; keep talk brief and quiet.
Interact with anyone who consents, in pairs or groups. Non-interaction is also welcome.
Every emotion is welcome if it does not become disruptive. The facilitator is there to support you.
Upcoming dates
Sessions are announced on Meetup, Telegram and Facebook. Arrive on time — the group starts together, and late arrivals usually cannot join.
Entry interview
First-time guests pass a short, friendly chat by voice message. It is about your understanding of the rules, your expectations and boundaries, and whether this event is right for you. Do it at least 24 hours before the session. Exact address is shared afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Wait — no sexual overtones?
A cuddle party is meant for tenderness, care and playfulness. Arousal can happen and that is human; we ask you not to develop it into interaction, and to pick up a different mood.
Does everyone hug from the start?
No. The structure is gradual: circle, rules, a short grounding, exercises, then the free part, then closing shares.
What is the contribution?
The contribution is flexible: 15€ is the usual amount (optimal), and 20€ if you can give more (abundant). What you pay does not affect your process — it simply keeps the price flexible. If you are unemployed or facing difficulties, a 10€ option is available; please let us know in advance.