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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
This new exhibit brings to life the themes presented in the award-winning PBS Kids television series created by The Fred Rogers Company that follows the adventures of 4-year-old Daniel Tiger […]
It’s a Birthday Party! Celebrate with Andalo as we make party hats, play party games, enjoy a special treat. Event Times: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm
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). Saturday, June 10, 2023 (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sam Floyd Band (Classic Rock) 3:15 […]
NEW Location!! Festival Park (16 Crawford Circle) June 15th – August 31st (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. Local entertainment and food vendors. Available parking after 5:00pm at Water Street Parking Lot, City Hall Parking Garage, County Street Parking […]
The Race to Cock Island is a long standing Portsmouth tradition. A sailing regatta for up to 100 boats sponsored by the Portsmouth Boat Club. Stop by the Portsmouth Welcome Center to see the famed Hanbury Cup. From the north end of the Portsmouth Seawall, spectators can watch the start and finish of the race. […]
Reception: June 17 @ 1:30pm This exhibition presents paintings by contemporary Virginia painters who offer a range of subject matter and styles from abstract to figural and imaginary environments. Featured […]