From cultural and historical attractions to dining, entertainment and nightlife to fun stuff for kids and families, there’s always something to do in Portsmouth!
Step into the inventive world of Leonardo da Vinci in Leonardo’s Lab! This immersive hands-on exhibition invites children and families to explore art, science, engineering and creativity through interactive activities inspired by one of history’s greatest thinkers. Build structures, experiment with gears and simple machines, design flying creations, solve puzzles and create artwork while discovering […]
Step inside the courthouse that once shaped the course of justice in Portsmouth and beyond. From witch trials to slavery-era rulings to civil rights sit-ins and debates over Confederate monuments, A Seat of Justice explores how law, power and memory have intersected inside the Norfolk County Courthouse – right here in this very building. Through […]
We're bringing the art outside this summer with large-format prints of original artwork hung along the square. Meet this year's artist lineup below and click any name to see more of their work.
Festival Park (16 Crawford Circle) June 4th – August 27th (Thursdays ONLY) 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy Portsmouth’s FREE after-work summer concerts series sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation. […]
The Support Portsmouth Public Art and friends are hard at work this year putting out so many art projects, its hard to keep up! Come out this Friday for the […]
Welcome back to our Backyard concert series! Every Friday and Saturday evening we will feature another local artist, weather permitting. The show will begin at 6pm and wrap up around […]
🐉⚔️ IRON FLAME TRIVIA NIGHT ⚔️🐉 Calling all dragon riders, scribes, cadets, and rebellion supporters... Join us at Momac Brewing Company for an unforgettable night inspired by the world of […]
Join legendary comedian, actor, author, and nationally syndicated radio host Rickey Smiley for a night of unforgettable comedy on August 21 at 8 PM, live in the Event Center. Best […]
Join Monica Wilson, a local certified yoga and Pilates instructor, who calls students to focus in on their breath and being present. This 1-hour practice is accessible for all levels […]
At the Olde Towne Farmers Market. Join us for informal Classic Cars & Coffee at the historic Olde Towne Farmers Market. Classic cars get FREE up-front, car-show-style parking and FREE […]