The event, run by Portsmouth City Council, took place on Tuesday, November 4 on Southsea Common with live music and entertainment on offer before culminating in the dazzling firework display.
Crowds enjoyed performances from Amba Tremain and Tash Hills with Mark Collins of Nation Radio presenting the evening’s event.
Even the rain could not put a dampener on the night as family and friends gathered to enjoy the annual Portsmouth fireworks display.
Here are 27 pictures of a fantastic evening:

17. Portsmouth fireworks night
Portsmouth's annual fireworks display took place on Southsea Common on Tuesday, November 4. | My Portsmouth By Drone

18. Portsmouth fireworks night
Bobby Barter and Emma Dickson with their daughters Florence (11 months old) and Violet (4) from Copnor. | Sarah Standing
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19. Portsmouth fireworks night
Portsmouth's annual fireworks display took place on Southsea Common on Tuesday, November 4. | My Portsmouth by Drone

20. Portsmouth fireworks night
Arlo (2) and his sister Lara Roberts (6) from Copnor. | Sarah Standing

