Get ready for the Portsmouth Marathon events on the south coast!  Run the full, half, or 12km along the stunning seafront routes – there will be a festive atmosphere, great support, and unforgettable coastal views.

The skies above Southsea Common will explode into colour with a huge fireworks display at this annual event. Please double-check the date and event details nearer the time.

This project will create inspiring exhibition displays at the museum, co-curated with local communities to reflect the city’s last 100 years.

With a range of races to suit varying abilities on the Saturday, followed by the world-renowned 10-mile race on Sunday, this is a weekend in the calendar not to be missed.

Get ready to experience the music of Queen like never before! Set in a futuristic world where rock music is banned, young rebels are determined to ‘Break Free’ and celebrate the power of music.

Enjoy a vibrant day of heritage, food, and festivities at the Historic Dockyard and Priddy’s Hard.  Follow the trail and enjoy talks, demos and performances.  Discover the Royal Navy story that shaped the city.

Do you want to build a snowman? Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven for a magical musical journey through the kingdom of Arendelle.

The festival will bring together 100 organisations from across the city through music, food and family activities in the heart of this beautiful city.

With five days of thrilling action, set against the magnificent backdrop of the rolling Sussex countryside, it’s the sporting and social highlight of the flat-racing season.

Enjoy live music performances and a party atmosphere as the crews of the Clipper Round the World Race return to Gunwharf Quays and receive the celebration they deserve!

SailGP is back in Southsea with 13 national teams set to battle for victory on the tumultuous waters of the Solent.

With more exciting concerts set to be announced, The Centenary Concert Series will stage some of the finest performances that bring the city together in a magnificent celebration!

Get ready to roar with excitement as the Pride of Portsmouth takes over the city in a spectacular celebration of creativity, community, and culture!

An intoxicating mix of cars, stars and motorsport royalty comes together over four superb days.  The largest event of its kind, the event gathers together the planet’s rarest and most glamorous cars.

Now in its 18th edition, the festival celebrates Portsmouth’s vibrant culinary scene. The two-day event will transform Southsea’s town centre into a lively hub with stalls, live music, family entertainment, and the Kitchen Stage featuring demos from local chefs.

To celebrate Portsmouth’s historic milestone, Aspex looks forward, inviting artists, all with a deep personal connection to the city, to imagine the future and propose visionary ideas for the next hundred years.

Enjoy exciting displays including military vehicles, live performances, activities, stalls and military parades at this free annual event.

A completely free-to-attend one-day Pride event for the people of Portsmouth and surrounding areas: an event bringing together a community-led parade, two stages, stalls, a family funfair and much more.

A brand-new play, bringing to life the extraordinary Naval mastermind, Admiral Ramsey. From Dunkirk to D-Day, don’t miss this thrilling new show by People and Stories.

Join BBC Radio 3’s Friday Night is Music Night, with the BBC Concert Orchestra, for a special evening celebrating 100 years of Portsmouth becoming a city!

Following the success of the event in 2025, the Pier event is back and bigger than ever with a jam- packed weekend of family fun and iconic views.

Free live music is back with the launch of Live at the Bandstand 2026. For full details of the line-up and dates across the summer visit the website.

Goodwoof is a dog event like no other. It shares our love of all things dog and celebrates our canine companions in spectacular style, with all activities included in your ticket price.

Presented by Portsmouth City Council, University of Portsmouth, and Portsmouth Cathedral, this festival celebrates classical and light music in Portsmouth, with a range of groups performing and a gala concert on 9th May.

The University of Portsmouth celebrates Portsmouth 100 with another ‘Festival of Crime’. The event will showcase advances in criminology and crime-related studies over the past 100 years and will also look at historic crimes and see how they might have been solved today.

Portsmouth Comic Con – International Festival of Comics returns, bringing the best in Comics, Film, TV and Pop Culture entertainment! It will welcome some of the greatest writers and illustrators in the industry, alongside stars of the screen and the wonderful world of cosplay!

With over 30 local traders offering a vibrant mix of handmade products – plus, live music, open studios and demonstrations – there’s something for everyone.

Step inside an immersive, participatory exhibition exploring what home means through the stories and histories of people with a learning disability in Portsmouth.

A chance to reset and reconnect with what truly matters. Develop manifestation practices that will help you gain clarity and align with your desires. Then restore yourself with time in the pool - relax in the jacuzzi, sauna, or enjoy a peaceful swim. Leave feeling refreshed, focused and inspired, with a clear vision for the life you're ready to create.

Short trips leaving from the top of Hayling into the harbour to watch the seals relaxing in their home environment. Trips are 1hr 30 mins long, and depart from Northney Marina.
Trips run throughout the year from March onwards.

Set on the stunning Southsea seafront in Portsmouth, Victorious Festival is one of the most beautifully located festivals in the UK.

Prepare for a journey through time as we dive into the exhilarating world of the Goodwood Revival Festival. Step back to the glory days of classic motorsport and experience the nostalgic atmosphere of the 1940s, 50s and 60s.

Wedding Fayre at Langstone Quays resort in partnership with PMN Wedding Fayres. Enjoy complimentary arrival refreshments, a wide selection of our very best local wedding industry suppliers and partners and meet our wedding team and discuss your dream day!

Goodwoof - fun for all the family - don't miss out on a fun-filled weekend for both humans and canine companions, with over 50 unique activities included in your ticket price.

We have a packed calendar of events happening at Langstone Quays this Christmas. Take a look at our range of family-friendly and party-night events below and purchase your tickets quickly and easily online.

Sunday 21st June 2026

Hampshire Farmers' Markets are one of the largest in the UK, The market is a not-for-profit, community interest organisation that aims to bring the best quality, in season local produce to the people of Hampshire, as well as providing a retail platform for the county’s producers – bringing awareness of the excellent food and drink they produce, whilst supporting the rural economy, employment and the local environment.

The Classical Series is back at Portsmouth Guildhall, with a full and exciting series of shows that feature orchestral, symphonic, chamber and solo music by some of the best performers around. There is much to choose from, whether you're a seasoned classicalist, enjoy the music of the big screen, or are completely new to the thrilling world of classical music!

Enjoy family time this Easter and start off Spring at LQ Resorts.

Your tour guides will share chilling accounts of some of the area's most haunted spots, including The Dolphin pub, The Square Tower and Spice Island. This tour includes live actors, and terrifying tales of death, torture and so much more! The question is.....are you brave enough?