8 upcoming events in Portsmouth
July 2026
Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix
Thirteen national teams race identical 50-foot foiling catamarans at speeds over 100 km/h off Southsea Common, in this adrenaline-fuelled world championship sailing event.
August 2026
Victorious Festival 2026
Major seaside music festival on Southsea Common with headliners including Richard Ashcroft, The Black Keys and Kasabian across multiple stages.
September 2026
Marillion at Portsmouth Guildhall
Rock band Marillion perform live at Portsmouth Guildhall.
Portsmouth International Kite Festival 2026
A weekend of giant display kites, stunt flying and family activities on Southsea Common.
October 2026
AJ Bell Great South Run 2026
The south coast's largest running event, a flat 10-mile race through Portsmouth with an accompanying 5km and junior races over the weekend.
November 2026
The Proclaimers at Portsmouth Guildhall
Scottish duo The Proclaimers perform live at Portsmouth Guildhall.
Portsmouth Christmas Market 2026
Festive market stalls and seasonal entertainment across Portsmouth, accompanied by Portsmouth on Ice at Guildhall Square and Christmas lights switch-ons across the city.
December 2026
Squeeze with Billy Bragg at Portsmouth Guildhall
Squeeze headline a live show at Portsmouth Guildhall with special guest Billy Bragg.