# Events & Things To Do In Portsmouth, Virginia on 2nd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Portsmouth, Virginia on 2nd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Portsmouth, Virginia on 2nd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: 🎨✨ PORTSMOUTH ART WEEK! ✨🎨
  - **Description**: 🎨✨ ANNOUNCING PORTSMOUTH ART WEEK! ✨🎨
Mark your calendars for May 2–9, 2026 — a full week of creativity, community, and culture you won’t want to miss!

We’re kicking things off with a weekend packed with art, music, and local flavor:

🖌️ SATURDAY, MAY 2
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/portsmouth-art-week/200029871279809
  - **Venue**: Downtown Portsmouth
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  - **Categories**: art, contests, festivals, entertainment, kids, parties, music, live-music, fashion, calendar
- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Virginia Beach. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth unde
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/candlelight-tribute-to-coldplay/2700029838808217
  - **Venue**: St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth
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  - **Price**: USD 36 to 70
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances
- **Event Name**: LUkiyo Saturday Night - 5/2/26
  - **Description**: Join us each and every Saturday for the hottest venue in Virginia !About this EventUKIYOVirginia's newest premiere venue and lounge~
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 02:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/lukiyo-saturday-night-5-2-26/100001987837614817
  - **Venue**: Ukiyo VA
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 23
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Parties
- **Event Name**: Bridging the Gap to Mental Health
  - **Description**: We’re bringing the community together for a powerful day focused on mental wellness, education, healing, and connection.About this EventWe’re bringing the community together for a powerful day focused on m
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/bridging-the-gap-to-mental-health/100001984999152901
  - **Venue**: 3603 County St
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, mental-health, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: International Female Ride Day
  - **Description**: International Female Ride Day
May 02, 2026 11:00AM - 4:00PM


JOIN US HERE FOR INTERNATIONAL FEMALE RIDE DAY!
Celebrate the power of women riders at our International Female Ride Day! Join us for a special day dedicated to all the incredible female motorc
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 53
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/international-female-ride-day/200029975252414
  - **Venue**: 2211 Frederick Blvd, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, contests, live-music
- **Event Name**: Yoga at the Market
  - **Description**: Rain or shine, we would love for you to come out for a yoga offering every Saturday morning at 9 a.m.! Weather permitting, classes are held in the serene courtyard of the Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center, 400 High Street, at the corner of High and Court
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 16
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/yoga-at-the-market/200029825110524
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center
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  - **Categories**: workshops, nonprofit, health-wellness, music, art, live-music, entertainment, charities, yoga
- **Event Name**: Write Smarter in the Age of AI: Grammar, Clarity & Credibility
  - **Description**: AI is a tool, not a replacement. Learn to spot mistakes, refine output, and write with clarity, credibility, and confidence.About this EventThis interactive workshop will help professionals strengthen their writing skills
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/write-smarter-in-the-age-of-ai-grammar-clarity-and-credibility/100001985641885331
  - **Venue**: Bloom Coworking
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  - **Price**: USD 59 to 79
  - **Categories**: Workshops
- **Event Name**: Olde Towne Doors, Porches, & Gardens
  - **Description**: On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the hidden gems, secret gardens, and adorned porches and doors of historic Olde Towne Portsmouth. Please begin at the corner of Court Street and London Blvd
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    - Count: 252
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/olde-towne-doors-porches-and-gardens/200029938621244
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Olde Towne Historic District
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- **Event Name**: Line Dancing For Babies
  - **Description**: It’s time for our annual line Dancing for Babies!! 💙💜🤍

Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. – Zeta Pi Zeta Chapter for an afternoon of fun, line dancing, and purpose — benefiting the March of Dimes (MOD) 💜

✨ Featuring Porlicia Brown ✨
📅 Saturday , May 2, 2
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/line-dancing-for-babies/200029985337116
  - **Venue**: 1725 Green Street Portsmouth
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  - **Categories**: Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Meet the Author: Lakisha Hinton | Mother May I
  - **Description**: Hang out with Lakisha Hinton as she chats about her new book, Mother May I, and shares behind-the-scenes stories!About this EventMeet the Author: Lakisha HintonCome join us in person for an exciti
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/meet-the-author-lakisha-hinton-|-mother-may-i/100001987394073172
  - **Venue**: Half Full Bookstore
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Taurus Bash BYOB
  - **Description**: Get ready to party hard and bring your own drinks for a wild Taurus-themed night!
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 02:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/taurus-bash-byob/100001987102374694
  - **Venue**: Tower Events
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 34
- **Event Name**: Spring Craft Show
  - **Description**: The youth group of Green Acres is hosting our annual Spring Craft show on Saturday, May 2nd from 10-2pm.  We still have space open. If you know a crafter please let them know!

Sign up here:  https://forms.gle/raCND5TMBsHbmfTB7
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/spring-craft-show/200029974291011
  - **Venue**: 3135 Hanley Ave, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23703
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- **Event Name**: Reiki Level I Certification - Healers
  - **Description**: Get ready to unlock your healing powers and dive into the basics of Reiki Energy Healing.About this EventReiki pronounced Ray-Key is comprised of two Japanese words Rei (universal spirit) and Ki (vital life force energy),
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/reiki-level-i-certification-healers/100001986774039635
  - **Venue**: 2503 Woodrow St ste 2
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  - **Price**: USD 173 to 557
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, Workshops

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: John Legend
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at John Legend, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in The Historic Theater at The Music Hall nestled in bustling Portsmouth, NH,
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Market Square Day
  - **Description**: Market Square Day was the first event produced by the non-profit, Pro Portsmouth. Created to celebrate the renovation and beautification of Downtown Portsmouth and, in particular, Market Square, the Festival has grown in size along with the growth and
  - **Venue**: Market Square Portsmouth ,NH
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- **Event Name**: Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Theo Lawrence
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
🏠 Address: 28 Chestnut St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 43.0758, -70.7594✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and T
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Portsmouth Pavilion in dynamic Portsmouth, VA, this event will become the
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Khalid with Lauv
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Portsmouth Pavilion
🏠 Address: 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 36.8312, -76.2979✨ Discover the extraordinary at Khalid with Lauv, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Billy Strings
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Portsmouth Pavilion
🏠 Address: 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 36.8312, -76.2979🌟 Be part of history at Billy Strings, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ T
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
- **Event Name**: Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning The Music Hall - Portsmouth in vibrant Portsmouth, NH
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall - Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club in the heart of Portsmouth, NH for a
  - **Venue**: Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
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- **Event Name**: Children's Day
  - **Description**: Who says children aren’t in charge? Each year on the first Sunday of May, Downtown Portsmouth becomes headquarters for children of all ages with the celebration of Children’s Day. An estimated 5,000+ “children” visit Portsmouth to take part in an afternoo
  - **Venue**: Market Square Portsmouth ,NH
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** 🎨✨ PORTSMOUTH ART WEEK! ✨🎨 (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at Downtown Portsmouth), Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:30 pm at St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth), LUkiyo Saturday Night - 5/2/26 (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 pm at Ukiyo VA), Bridging the Gap to Mental Health (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 3603 County St), International Female Ride Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 2211 Frederick Blvd, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Bridging the Gap to Mental Health (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 3603 County St), Meet the Author: Lakisha Hinton | Mother May I (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am at Half Full Bookstore).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Portsmouth this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** 🎨✨ PORTSMOUTH ART WEEK! ✨🎨 (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at Downtown Portsmouth), Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:30 pm at St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth), LUkiyo Saturday Night - 5/2/26 (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 pm at Ukiyo VA), Bridging the Gap to Mental Health (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 3603 County St), International Female Ride Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 2211 Frederick Blvd, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Portsmouth on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Portsmouth include Downtown Portsmouth, St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth, Ukiyo VA.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Portsmouth range from USD 18 to USD 557. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Portsmouth include Support Portsmouth Public Art, Feverup Events, Creative Nation.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Portsmouth.

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