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

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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**: Virginia Young Adult Author Panel
  - **Description**: Conversation between VA young adult & middle grade authors discussing craft, writing for Black youth, & their VA roots impacting their work.About this EventVirginia Young Adult Author PanelJoin us at
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/virginia-young-adult-author-panel/100001976538889024
  - **Venue**: The Printed Word
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Rainbows In Dark Places Author Event and Book Signing!
  - **Description**: Portsmouth, VA launch of Rainbows in Dark Places: author talk, live reading, book signing, plus elegant charcuterie & mocktails.About this Event🌈📚 Hosted by Rosa Williams of Pure Elegance Services...Amaz
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/rainbows-in-dark-places-author-event-and-book-signing/100001983619945655
  - **Venue**: 614 High St
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 71
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Cover Up The Guidon - The Stage Play
  - **Description**: Get ready for some drama and laughs at Cover Up The Guidon - The Stage Play, live and up close!About this EventCover Up The Guidon - The Stage Play!Based on the book written by
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/cover-up-the-guidon-the-stage-play/100001984933754292
  - **Venue**: Churchland High School
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  - **Price**: USD 29 to 55
  - **Categories**: performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Meet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri Williams
  - **Description**: Join us in person for a fun storytime with author Mica Lapri Williams sharing her amazing tales!About this EventMeet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri WilliamsJoin us in person for a fun and cozy storyti
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/meet-the-author-storytime-mica-lapri-williams/100001984398722999
  - **Venue**: Half Full Bookstore
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art
- **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**: Meet the Author: Danielle Boyce | Riley's Big Virginia Adventure
  - **Description**: Join us in person to meet Danielle Boyce and dive into Riley’s fun-filled Virginia adventure!About this EventMeet the Author: Danielle BoyceRiley's Big Virginia Adve
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/meet-the-author-danielle-boyce-|-rileys-big-virginia-adventure/100001987682504879
  - **Venue**: Half Full Bookstore
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Meet the Author LaQuesha Briscoe My Mirror My Mother Book Signing
  - **Description**: Come hang out and get your copy of LaQuesha Briscoe’s My Mirror My Mother signed in person!About this EventMeet the Author: LaQuesha BriscoeJoin us for a fun and inspiring in-person book signing event w
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/meet-the-author-laquesha-briscoe-my-mirror-my-mother-book-signing/100001980644797908
  - **Venue**: Half Full Bookstore
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: John Legend
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at John Legend, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious The Historic Theater at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH sets the
  - **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🎉 Welcome to Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Theo Lawrence, where th
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Sail Virginia 2026 | Portsmouth
  - **Description**: A once-in-a-generation maritime celebration is coming to Portsmouth!

From June 19–22, Sail Virginia℠ 2026 brings legendary Tall Ships to Portsmouth’s historic waterfront as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration.

Watch the breathtaking Parade o
  - **Venue**: High St, Portsmouth, VA, United States
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- **Event Name**: Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Portsmouth Pavilion in Portsmouth, VA sets the
  - **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**: 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**: Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at The Music Hall - Portsmouth in dynamic Portsmouth, NH, thi
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall - Portsmouth
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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:** Virginia Young Adult Author Panel (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Printed Word), Rainbows In Dark Places Author Event and Book Signing! (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at 614 High St), Cover Up The Guidon - The Stage Play (Sat May 23 2026 at 05:00 pm at Churchland High School), Meet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri Williams (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author: Lakisha Hinton | Mother May I (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am at Half Full Bookstore).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Virginia Young Adult Author Panel (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Printed Word), Meet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri Williams (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author: Lakisha Hinton | Mother May I (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author: Danielle Boyce | Riley's Big Virginia Adventure (Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author LaQuesha Briscoe My Mirror My Mother Book Signing (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Portsmouth this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** Virginia Young Adult Author Panel (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Printed Word), Rainbows In Dark Places Author Event and Book Signing! (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at 614 High St), Meet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri Williams (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author LaQuesha Briscoe My Mirror My Mother Book Signing (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Portsmouth in April 2026?
  - **A:** Virginia Young Adult Author Panel (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Printed Word), Rainbows In Dark Places Author Event and Book Signing! (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at 614 High St), Meet the Author Storytime: Mica Lapri Williams (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore), Meet the Author LaQuesha Briscoe My Mirror My Mother Book Signing (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at Half Full Bookstore).
- **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, 614 High St, Churchland High School.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Portsmouth range from USD 13 to USD 71. 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, Dalton and Patrice Carter, PassageWay Productions.
- **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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