# Books events in Portsmouth, VA, Today and Upcoming Books events in Portsmouth, VA

- **Subtitle**: All Books events in Portsmouth, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Portsmouth like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Books events in Portsmouth, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Portsmouth like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: Sit and Sip with  Author Shantel Day
  - **Description**: Sit and Sip, is a bookish tea event with local author Shantel Day. Discussing her book Indigo Sun and the research and lore behind the book.About this EventWe’re happy to announce an awesome literary event coming to The P
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/sit-and-sip-with-author-shantel-day/100001994913640400
  - **Venue**: The Printed Word
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  - **Price**: USD 15 to 24
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, calendar
- **Event Name**: Story Time at Manor Branch Library
  - **Description**: Join us at Manor Branch Library every Thursday at 10:30 am for a story time with reading, singing, dancing, and a craft! Open to ages 0- 5. Call 757-465-2916 for more information or if you have a group larger than 8 kids.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Aug 20 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/story-time-at-manor-branch-library/200030266572109
  - **Venue**: Manor Branch Library
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  - **Categories**: Kids
- **Event Name**: Faith Unfiltered: Justice & Belonging
  - **Description**: Faith Unfiltered:  Join  Rev. Dr. Theresa Smallwood for a bold conversation on faith, justice, belonging & hope. Reece your spot today!About this EventJoin The Great Awakening United Church of Christ as we celebrate o
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/faith-unfiltered-justice-and-belonging/100001993648140255
  - **Venue**: Half Full Bookstore
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Story Time at Cradock Branch Library
  - **Description**: Join Mrs. Fay for stories, crafts, and songs every Thursday at 10:30 am! Call 757-393-8759 for more information. Please call ahead for groups larger than 8 children.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Aug 20 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/story-time-at-cradock-branch-library/200030239523544
  - **Venue**: Cradock Branch Library
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- **Event Name**: Story Time at Main Library
  - **Description**: Join us at Main Library for a story time with reading, singing, dancing, and a craft! Open to ages 0- 5. Call 757-393-8501 for more information or if you have a group larger than 8 kids.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Tue Aug 18 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/story-time-at-main-library/200030405654109
  - **Venue**: 601 Court St, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704
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  - **Categories**: Kids

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: Absolute Beginner Salsa
  - **Description**: Absolute Beginner Salsa is for those with no salsa dance experience! Absolute Beginner is series of 6 classes. After this point, many students choose to continue their journey. We run the series in September, January, and April. Thi
  - **Venue**: Salsa Secrets
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- **Event Name**: Rickey Smiley
  - **Venue**: Rivers Casino Portsmouth Event Center
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- **Event Name**: WAVE FEST presented by Creative Nation Worldwide
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  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Rickey Smiley at Rivers Casino Portsmouth
  - **Venue**: Rivers Casino Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Seacoast Jazz Festival at Prescott Park
  - **Description**: Join us for the 43rd Annual Seacoast Jazz Festival at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, NH on August 22 from 12-6PM!About this Event43rd Annual Seacoast Jazz FestivalSaturday, August 23,
  - **Venue**: Prescott Park
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- **Event Name**: The Devil Makes Three with The Wolff Sisters | River House Restaurant Concert Series
  - **Description**: ✨ The Devil Makes Three are back!

Clear your Saturday, because this one is going to be a night to remember. Santa Cruz's beloved Americana trio have spent more than two decades blending wandering folk, Delta blues, whiskey-soaked ragtime, and reckless ro
  - **Venue**: 105 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801
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- **Event Name**: Langhorne Slim with Dwayne Haggins | River House Restaurant Concert Series
  - **Description**: ✨ Langhorne Slim is coming back to the waterfront!

Some artists just belong on this stage. Langhorne Slim is one of them. A fearless voice in American roots music for more than two decades, the Pennsylvania-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter has bee
  - **Venue**: 105 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801
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- **Event Name**: 54th Annual Seawall Art Show
  - **Description**: Celebrate creativity on the waterfront at the 54th Annual Seawall Art Show in beautiful Olde Towne Portsmouth.

For two days only, High Street transforms into one of Hampton Roads' favorite outdoor art experiences, featuring:

• 60+ local and regional art
  - **Venue**: 206 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704-3720, United States
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- **Event Name**: The Temptations and The Four Tops
  - **Venue**: Rivers Casino Portsmouth Event Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Sit and Sip with  Author Shantel Day (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Printed Word), Story Time at Manor Branch Library (Thu Aug 20 2026 at Manor Branch Library), Faith Unfiltered: Justice & Belonging (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Story Time at Cradock Branch Library (Thu Aug 20 2026 at Cradock Branch Library), Story Time at Main Library (Tue Aug 18 2026 at 601 Court St, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Faith Unfiltered: Justice & Belonging (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Portsmouth this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** Sit and Sip with  Author Shantel Day (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Printed Word).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Portsmouth in August 2026?
  - **A:** Sit and Sip with  Author Shantel Day (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Printed Word), Story Time at Manor Branch Library (Thu Aug 20 2026 at Manor Branch Library), Story Time at Cradock Branch Library (Thu Aug 20 2026 at Cradock Branch Library), Story Time at Main Library (Tue Aug 18 2026 at 601 Court St, 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 The Printed Word, Manor Branch Library, Half Full Bookstore.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Portsmouth range from USD 15 to USD 24. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Portsmouth include The Printed Word Bookstore, Portsmouth Public Library, The Great Awakening UCC.
- **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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