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Clayface at the Commodore Theatre

Commodore Theatre 421 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Clayface is a 2026 American body horror psychological thriller film based on the DC Comics character Matt Hagen/Clayface.

$12.00

Amy Kaus Live at The Barrel

The Barrel Restaurant and Lounge 5770 Churchland Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Local favorite.  acoustic guitar and vocals.

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Boo It Forward Food Drive

Portsmouth, VA

This October, the Portsmouth Museums are running a food drive to help support families right here in our local community. Bring your donation to any Portsmouth Museums location, then choose your team: Team Ghost or Team Witch! Requested food items include: Canned Vegetables & Meats Individually Packaged Snacks Peanut Butter Cereal Pasta & Rice Soups […]

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Art Educator Showcase

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

Celebrate the creativity of those who inspire it every day! Explore artwork by Portsmouth Public Schools teachers in the Art Educator Showcase, on display upstairs at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. Join us for a public reception on Friday, October 9, from 5pm-8pm, held alongside Game Night. Enjoy an evening of art, games and […]

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Art Lab

Portsmouth, VA

Make, create and explore at Art Lab! Each session offers a hands-on opportunity to discover different art materials and techniques while making something of your own. Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 AM or 1 PM at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. Art Lab in October: 10/7: Clay Jack O Lanterns 10/14: Art History […]

Horror Movie Trivia at Post Secondary Brewing

Post Secondary Brewing Company 739 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

🎃🔪 HORROR MOVIE TRIVIA IS HERE! 🔪🎃 Do you know your slashers, scream queens, haunted houses, creepy kids, and things that go bump in the night? 👻🎬 Our favorite trivia […]

Portsmouth Residents Day

Portsmouth, VA

Portsmouth residents, this day is for you! Enjoy free admission to Portsmouth Museums on October 30 for Portsmouth Residents Day. Bring the family and discover local art, history and hands-on […]

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Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month Exhibit

Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth, VA

This special exhibit explores how African American history has been remembered, preserved and shared over the past century – and why that work matters now more than ever. Visitors will […]

Frightship Portsmouth

Lightship Portsmouth Museum London & Water St, Portsmouth

One night only, the Lightship Portsmouth takes a darker turn. Step aboard after dark for Frightship Portsmouth, a nautical fright tour accompanying the Ghost Walk in Olde Towne. As you […]