WHAT'S ON AT THE PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL, PORTSMOUTH
What's On at the Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth
Most Popular Shows and Events at Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth
Sun 22 Feb - Sun 22 Mar 2026
What's On at the Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth
Wet Leg
Thursday 20 November 2025
Amidst a night of hazy scenes in their native Isle of Wight, Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers found themselves at the summit of a Ferris wheel. They decided to start a band. The band is called Wet Leg. Arming themselves with guitars, a pe...
Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
Friday 21 November 2025
'Stars in Their Eyes' live finalist Rob Lamberti has earned the title of the UK's number one George Michael tribute artist and has even worked on behalf of the late Wham legend for Sony Music to promote the album 25 Live. In a 2014 interv...
Martin McAloon (Prefab Sprout)
Friday 21 November 2025
Martin McAloon will be performing a large selection of hit songs from Prefab Sprout's extensive archive celebrating over 40 years of his brother, Paddy McAloon's writing. This will be a rare opportunity to hear these incredible songs perfor...
The Stylistics
Saturday 22 November 2025
Philadelphia soul legends The Stylistics recorded a remarkable 10 straight top ten hits during the early 1970s including the Grammy nominated 'You Make Me Feel Brand New', plus numerous classics including 'Can't Give You Anything (But My Lo...
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club - Portsmouth
Saturday 22 November 2025
Ages 18+Doors 7:30pmShow Start 8:00pmLaugh Out Loud Comedy Clubs - Treat yourself to a laugh!Come and see the best in live stand-up with comedians from such shows as BBC2's Mock The Week, Channel 4's 8 Out of 10 Cats, BBC1's Michael McIntyr...
Maximum Who
Saturday 22 November 2025
Step into the golden era of rock with Maximum Who ? a powerhouse tribute delivering the thunderous energy, iconic sound, and raw spirit of The Who from 1965?1978....
Ola Labib
Sunday 23 November 2025
Fresh from her celebrated debut sitcom, The Pharmacy (Channel 4), Ola Labib is back with Dispersible, a brand new comedy show that proves some things don?t disperse easily...
Amy Macdonald
Wednesday 26 November 2025
Scottish singing sensation Amy Macdonald fell in love with music at the age of 12 when she was inspired by hearing rock stalwarts Travis perform at Glasgow's popular T In The Park festival. On a family trip soon after, she even decided to t...
Jim Jefferies
Thursday 27 November 2025
Californian-living Australian comedian Jim Jefferies, one of the most popular and respected comedians of his generation, who has entertained audiences across the globe with his provocative, belief-challenging, and thought-provoking comed...
Abi Clarke
Thursday 27 November 2025
Join stand-up comedian and online sensation Abi Clarke for her debut tour, "Role Model." Abi Clarke lived the modern-day dream. She posted a video online, went to bed a "nobody", then woke to thousands of followers. Four years later - ...
The Almighty
Friday 28 November 2025
Formed in 1988 by Glasgow school friends, Scottish hard-hitting rock and metal act The Almighty shifted to a sound, in the 1990s, more informed by the punk that had initially inspired them, scoring UK Top 30 hits with "Wrench," "Jonestown M...
Love Actually In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
Saturday 29 November 2025
Directed by Richard Curtis and originally released in cinemas in 2003, Love Actually tells ten separate yet interweaving stories of love around Christmas time. The film features an all-star ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson...
The Gingerbread Boy
Saturday 29 November 2025
Full of heart, laughter and song ? and a healthy helping of cake ? The Gingerbread Boy is a brand-new Christmas story about friendship and celebrating our differences....
Calling Planet Earth
Sunday 30 November 2025
Symphonically new on stage, the music of Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Human League, Ultravox, Tears For Fears, Depeche Mode, OMD, Japan, ABC, Soft Cell and more... "The Show that Defines a Decade" ...
Portsmouth UK Murder Mystery: Solve the case
Monday 1 December 2025 - Tuesday 1 December 2026
Highlights ????? Become a real-life detective with only your phone as a tool ? Explore 12 iconic Portsmouth landmarks in a thrilling mystery game ? Interrogate suspects, find clues, and solve the murder at your own pace General Info ? Date ...
Riverdance
Tuesday 2 - Friday 5 December 2025
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreograp...
Stevie Martin
Thursday 4 December 2025
Stevie Martin (Taskmaster, Mitchell & Webb's brand new sketch show, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, The Horne Section TV Show) has been doing online comedy for awhile (45 million views worldwide) but is now returning to live comedy with he...
The Muppet Christmas Carol In Concert
Sunday 7 December 2025
Back by popular demand, Disney's much loved 1992 musical comedy The Muppet Christmas Carol returns. The beloved festive movie will be brought to life by a talented orchestra performing its musical score live in time with the film. The or...
Marcus Brigstocke
Sunday 7 December 2025
Vitruvian Mango is the new stand-up show from multi award-winning comedian Marcus Brigstocke. What are men for? Most heavy things can be lifted by machines and most problems can be solved by computers and most puddles can be crossed with...
The Muppet Christmas Carol (U)
Sunday 7 December 2025
★★★★ The Muppets do Dickens with that trademark blast of irreverence, affection and tap-along tunes. ~ The Times. --- A Christmas cinema screening of Brian Henson's 1992 classic, starring The Muppets and Michael Caine. The Muppets ...
Robert Plant's Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian
Monday 8 December 2025
Saving Grace are a folk co-operative between Led Zeppelin vocalist Robert Plant with Suzi Dian (vocals), Oli Jefferson (percussion), Tony Kelsey (mandolin, baritone and acoustic guitars), and Matt Worley (banjo, acoustic and baritone guitar...
Tony Hadley
Tuesday 9 December 2025
Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The C...
Christmas by Candlelight
Sunday 14 December 2025
It?s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so, join us at Portsmouth Guildhall for this magical evening of best loved festive songs, performed live by candlelight....
Step Into Christmas
Tuesday 16 December 2025
Step Into Christmas for the most magical show of the year from Entertainers. This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love! Including - All I Want for Ch...
Royal Marines Christmas Concert
Wednesday 17 December 2025
An unforgettable evening of music including Christmas classics, traditional works and remarkable soloist?s. A truly must see Christmas event....
James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly
Thursday 18 December 2025
Get ready for a night packed with festive spirit, singalong tunes, and the nostalgia of Christmases gone by. Known for his vibrant energy and exceptional vocal talent, James brings seasonal favourites and unexpected mashups that will have t...
The Magic of Motown
Sunday 21 December 2025
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the ...
Cinderella
Monday 22 - Wednesday 31 December 2025
Step into a world of magic with stunning LED visuals that bring every fairy-tale moment to life! Cinderella is bursting with dazzling costumes, interactive fun for all ages....
BSO 25/26
Monday 22 December 2025 - Thursday 19 March 2026
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Elf the Musical
Saturday 27 - Monday 29 December 2025
Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin On Broadway, The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Produ...
Elf (PG)
Saturday 27 - Monday 29 December 2025
Watch the classic Christmas movie on the 'Big Screen' and get into the Christmassy spirit!Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't know he exis...
Small Fakers
Saturday 10 January 2026
Performing the biggest and best tunes from the Small Faces back catalogue including Itchycoo Park, All Or Nothing, Sha La La La Lee, and loads more....
The Classic Rock Show
Sunday 11 January 2026
The ultimate live juke box is back, bigger and even better, celebrating the very best-of-the-best of Classic Rock. Paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes CRS thunders through legendary performances from the likes of Queen, Led Zeppelin...
The Phonics - Tribute to Stereophonics
Saturday 17 January 2026
Described by Kelly Jones himself as "Awesome" The Phonics are the Uk's most authentic tribute to Stereophonics. Fresh from their UK o2 academy tour, you will hear all of the biggest hits from every Stereophonics album including their latest...
Chris Moyles '90s Hangover
Saturday 17 January 2026
One of the most prolific names in broadcasting of this century, Chris Moyles, brings you 90s Hangover! Playing the biggest tunes from the 90s...
The Celine Experience - Tribute to Celine Dion with January Butler
Saturday 24 January 2026
The Celine Experience tribute concert stars the highly acclaimed vocalist, January Butler, with an incredible full live band. With dazzling costumes, jaw dropping vocals and a sensational 'live concert' feel, this show will take you on a tw...
The Princess Proms
Sunday 25 January 2026
You are invited to enjoy this spectacular concert singing the wonderful themes from your favourite Princess movies, including Frozen, Cinderella, Little Mermaid and many more....
Suede
Saturday 31 January 2026
Suede kick-started the Brit pop revolution of the '90s, bringing English indie pop/rock music away from the swirling layers of shoegazing and dance-pop fusions of Madchester, and reinstating such conventions of British pop as mystique and t...
Dominic Halpin & the Hurricanes - A Country Night in Nashville
Saturday 7 February 2026
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Prepare to be trans...
London Sinfonietta
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Step into the stillness and join us for an evening of quiet beauty and reflection....
The Fratellis
Monday 16 February 2026
The brashly melodic BRIT Award-winning indie rock trio from Glasgow mix the tried-and-true sounds of glam rock, stripped-down acoustic-driven tracks, and Class of 1977 punk with fun, energetic 70's Cali-rock, rockabilly and glorious hints ...
Mogwai
Saturday 21 February 2026
The Mercury Prize Nominated, UK. No. 1 charting, Scottish avant-rockers Mogwai continue to please old fans and gain new as they offer something for everyone. Transcendent and surprising, sweetly melancholic or engulfed by a swell of fulsome...
Russell Howard
Sunday 22 February - Sunday 22 March 2026
Russell Howard is back with a brand-new stand-up tour in 2026. After breaking records with sold-out shows across the globe, 'one of the world's top comedians' (The Sunday Times) is inviting you back into the room: no phones, no distractions...
Clinton Baptiste
Wednesday 25 February 2026
Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation's favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights', Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond! In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy ...
Will Wilde
Sunday 1 March 2026
Will Wilde is a force to be reckoned with ? a phenomenal harmonica player with a voice to match....
Chris Ramsey
Friday 6 March 2026
Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed Stand Up Comedian and regular face on TV. He has hosted two series of his own show The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central as well as Chris Ramsey's Stand Up Central and the panel show Virtually Famous...
Laura Lexx
Friday 6 March 2026
Star of Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Hypothetical (Dave) and Roast Battle (Comedy Central), 'tour-de-force' ★★★★ (Telegraph) Laura Lexx shines a light on how hard it is to be a good person these days. Why don't we just leave each o...
Franz Ferdinand
Tuesday 10 March 2026
Multi-Platinum-selling Mercury Prize, NME and Brit Award-winning, chart-topping Scottish phenoms Franz Ferdinand are back showcasing the world-conquering success of their career to date. The Glasgow-based indie rocker's second single "Take...
The Best of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I, II & III
Thursday 12 March 2026
The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III, which celebrates the brilliance of these iconic and seminal musicalpieces, features an expansive live group, led and arranged by Oldfield's long-term collaborator Robin Smith, which will see extended s...
10cc
Friday 13 March 2026
One of the UK's most innovative and influential bands, Mancunian art pop and soft rock legends 10cc return with the typically tongue-in-cheek 'And Another Bloody Greatest Hits Tour' - celebrating a genre-defying repertoire that continue...
The Dubliners Encore - The Official Stage Show
Sunday 15 March 2026
The Dubliners Encore is the Official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time. Produced by The Dubliners' John Sheahan; renowned fiddle player and legendary Irish icon, this new show packs 50 years of songs, stories, and cr...
Jennifer Owens
Sunday 15 March 2026
One of the finest vocalists you will hear today; the Basildon, Essex, singer found fame for her cover versions during the COVID Lockdown with her timeless style and emotive delivery gaining her an impressive audience of over one million bet...
The Ultimate Boyband Party Show
Friday 20 March 2026
Cue the wind machine and get ready to celebrate the 90s!These Five bad boys with the power to rock you promise an unparalleled night of non-stop nostalgia as they take you on a journey of chart topping hits from Blue, Boyzone, NSync, ...
Russell Howard
Saturday 21 March 2026
Russell Howard is back with a brand-new stand-up tour in 2026. After breaking records with sold-out shows across the globe, 'one of the world's top comedians' (The Sunday Times) is inviting you back into the room: no phones, no distractions...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth
Sun 22 Feb - Sun 22 Mar 2026
