Boyz II Men redefined popular R&B and continues to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations. The band has penned and performed some of the most celebrated classics of the past two decades. The group’s 4 Grammy Awards are just the tip of the iceberg: throughout their 30-year career, Boyz II Men […]
The 2023 Umoja Festival will be held May 26-28, 2023, at Festival Park in Portsmouth. Join us in a grand celebration of unity at Portsmouth’s Annual African American culture and heritage celebration promoting cultural diversity and unity. Bring the entire family to enjoy all the festivities including live music, kids' activities, international foods and so […]
What is known to be one of the longest running Memorial Day parades in the country, the City of Portsmouth’s Memorial Day Parade began in 1884. Since that time, Portsmouth has recognized and honored the sacrifices of the brave men and women in the United States Armed Forces each year during the parade. Enjoy floats, […]
The Portsmouth Jazz Experience brings great music to the local region one note at a time. This group wowed First Friday crowds in 2021 and 2022, so we are looking forward to the return of Vontrelle’s amazing vocals, along with some of this area’s most talented musicians. This event is free and open to the […]
Visit the Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market on the first Saturday of each month, rain or shine, and enjoy the eclectic collection of unique and antique wares. With more than 70 vendors, you will discover a great selection of antique and flea market items of all types – priced to sell! Shop for estate […]
The museum will offer free admission along with free art activities and curatorial exhibit tours throughout the day.
Featuring Local Authors from around Hampton Roads
Portsmouth Pride is back for its third year. Join us in Festival Park, outside the Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion, and show your colors. Music, dancing, food, beverages, community service groups, and a large variety of venders will be available. Walk through or stay all day, just come out and show your PRIDE 2024. Portsmouth […]
The exhibit talk will be at 1:30 p.m. followed by a reception at PACC on Saturday, May 13th Pam Ponce, a Virginia Beach artist, will be presenting a multi-year project. She has spent several seasons photographing the Virginia Nature Conservancy’s Volgenau Virginia Coast Reserve, an environmental treasure of barrier islands and lagoon landscapes located off […]
Reception: May 13, 1:30 p.m. Since 2006 the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center has hosted an exhibition of sculptures in the historic courtyard. Visitors can pick up a ballot inside and cast their vote to determine which sculpture wins People’s Choice Award. Additional awards include Seawall art Award and SPPA Juror’s Choice Award.
Black History Now and the Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum proudly presents the exhibition of Rooting for the Home Team: Portsmouth's Black Baseball Players, Promoters and Parks. In the post-World War II era, "Baseball was king" in the sports world of Hampton Roads, especially in the African American community. Discover the joy of baseball among […]
Two days (June 9-10) of great food, local and national entertainment as well as Saturday night fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Children’s Activities on Saturday, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Bounce Houses and Games). Friday, June 9, 2023 (6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Janitors (R&B, 60’s Soul, 70’s Funk, Country, […]