A huge number of events have already been lined up for 2026, with the showpiece being the Pride of Portsmouth Lion Trail Hunt which will see creatively coloured lions places around the city to form a free art trail from July 13 to September 13.
Here are just 23 of the events to put into your diary!
More information about Portsmouth100 and future events are also available on the Portsmouth100 website.
13. Centenary Concert Series - July 10 to 18
On Friday 17 July, two giants of film music will come head-to-head in a ‘The Best of Williams & Zimmer’ symphonic spectacular concert of award-winning soundtracks from some of the most iconic films of all time! John Williams’ music from Star Wars, Jurassic Park, ET, Schindler’s List, Harry Potter and more will be pitched against Hans Zimmer’s tracks from Gladiator, The Da Vinci Code, Interstellar, Last Samurai and Batman Begins to name just a few. Then on Saturday 18 July, the party returns with Smash Hits: The 80s – a celebration of the era of new romantics, big hair and even bigger shoulder pads! Featuring the biggest tracks of the decade by Madonna, Toto, Ultravox, Elton John, Bonnie Tyler, Michael Jackson, David Bowie, A-Ha, George Michael and many more performed by the full orchestra, it is time to dig out the neon and get ready to hit the dance floor! With more exciting concerts set to be announced, The Centenary Concert Series will stage some of the finest performances that bring the city. Details: portsmouthguildhall.org.uk | Raymond Gubbay Photo: Raymond Gubbay
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14. Sail GP - July 25-26
The prestigious SailGP event makes a return to Portsmouth on July 25 and 26. Another sailing village and spectator stands will be creating near Castle Field so spectators can watch all of the sailing action with 13 national teams set to battle for victory on the tumultuous waters of the Solent. Details: sailgp.com/portsmouth | The News
15. Clipper returns - July 25-26
Enjoy live music performances and a party atmosphere as the crews of the Clipper Round the World Race return to Gunwharf Quays and receive the celebration they deserve! Details: clipperroundtheworld.com | Chris Moorhouse (300825-02)
16. Victorious Festival - August 28 to 30
The three-day music festival makes a return to Southsea on the August bank holiday weekend - with Richard Ashcroft, The Black Keys and Kasabian all announced as the headline acts. But there will also be performances from a whole host of other acts including Scissor Sisters, Basement Jaxx, Bastille, Primal Scream, The Vaccines, MC Dizzee Rascal, Vengaboys and Jessie J. Tickets: www.victoriousfestival.co.uk | Habibur Rahman