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Community & Social Events in Portsmouth

49 upcoming community & social events

Portsmouth’s community and social scene offers a welcoming embrace, reflecting the city’s rich maritime heritage and independent spirit. Here, local gatherings and neighbourhood activities are a cornerstone, drawing people together in a spirit of connection. You'll find a diverse range of events, from informal meet-ups at familiar spots like the Village Hotel Portsmouth to more adventurous explorations, perhaps even venturing into the atmospheric tunnels of Fort Widley. Whether it's a chance to share stories, learn a new skill, or simply enjoy good company, Portsmouth’s community events are a genuine reflection of its people.

As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 49 upcoming community & social events in Portsmouth, South East England, including 8 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Stop Smoking Support at The Riverside Centre
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Stop Smoking Support

📍 The Riverside Centre

Chichester Community Safety Partnership Learning Event at Chichester Assembly RoomsFREE
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Chichester Community Safety Partnership Learning Event

📍 Chichester Assembly Rooms

WAVE support group for ADHD womenFREE
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WAVE support group for ADHD women

The_Track McMillan Coffee Morning & Open House at The_Track
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The_Track McMillan Coffee Morning & Open House

📍 The_Track

Charity Shop Chic - an inspiring evening of style, shopping and community at The Brooks Shopping Centre
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Charity Shop Chic - an inspiring evening of style, shopping and community

📍 The Brooks Shopping Centre

Longing for Home at St Mary the VirginFREE
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Longing for Home

📍 St Mary the Virgin

KENYANS AND FRIENDS OF ISLE OF WIGHT at The Wighthill
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KENYANS AND FRIENDS OF ISLE OF WIGHT

📍 The Wighthill

South Coast Legacy UK Win-a-Dual at The Warp
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South Coast Legacy UK Win-a-Dual

📍 The Warp

£25.00

An Evening of Clairvoyance with Psychic Medium Craig Morris at Bedhampton Community Centre
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An Evening of Clairvoyance with Psychic Medium Craig Morris

📍 Bedhampton Community Centre

£16.96

Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group at The Riverside Centre
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Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group

📍 The Riverside Centre

Thursday Afternoons in the Chaplaincy Lounge - A Variety of Games & Crafts at Portsmouth University ChaplaincyFREE
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Thursday Afternoons in the Chaplaincy Lounge - A Variety of Games & Crafts

📍 Portsmouth University Chaplaincy

Southsea Creatives Club at Crushed & Cured
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Southsea Creatives Club

📍 Crushed & Cured

£11.55

Ghandi Charity Buffet Night at GandhiFREE
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Ghandi Charity Buffet Night

📍 Gandhi

Spiritual Mediumship with Karen Willis in Portsmouth at Broad Oak Social Club, Hilsea
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Spiritual Mediumship with Karen Willis in Portsmouth

📍 Broad Oak Social Club, Hilsea

£20.21

UOP Punjabi Soc : FRESHERS ICEBREAKER! | GO ROGUE PORTSMOUTH at Go Rogue
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UOP Punjabi Soc : FRESHERS ICEBREAKER! | GO ROGUE PORTSMOUTH

📍 Go Rogue

£3.00

Headway | Brain Injury Support Group at The Riverside Centre
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Headway | Brain Injury Support Group

📍 The Riverside Centre

Celebrating Christ’s Presence: Harvest Thanksgiving at St Mary’s Church
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Celebrating Christ’s Presence: Harvest Thanksgiving

📍 St Mary’s Church

Abula Sunday at 78 Fawcett RdFREE
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Abula Sunday

📍 78 Fawcett Rd

An Evening of Clairvoyance with Lee Roberts at Hayling Island Community Centre Association
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An Evening of Clairvoyance with Lee Roberts

📍 Hayling Island Community Centre Association

£13.70

Thusday Board Games Night - Ancient Games at Bateson Hall (Common Room)FREE
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Thusday Board Games Night - Ancient Games

📍 Bateson Hall (Common Room)

"Streaming is Believing" at Audio T PORTSMOUTH at Audio T
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"Streaming is Believing" at Audio T PORTSMOUTH

📍 Audio T

Trance Day Party: Bournemouth 🔊 at Cameo Bournemouth
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Trance Day Party: Bournemouth 🔊

📍 Cameo Bournemouth

£10 - £20

Forever Oasis at The Rifle Club at The Rifle Club
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Forever Oasis at The Rifle Club

📍 The Rifle Club

Emsworth Youth FC Quiz Night at Emsworth Sports & Social ClubFREE
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Emsworth Youth FC Quiz Night

📍 Emsworth Sports & Social Club

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Community & Social Events in Portsmouth — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant community & social scene in Portsmouth with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates community & social events from across Portsmouth, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's community & social events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best community & socialexperiences Portsmouth has to offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many community & social events are on in Portsmouth?

There are currently 49 upcoming community & social events in Portsmouth. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming community & social in the city.

Are there free community & social events in Portsmouth?

Yes — 8 of the current community & social listings in Portsmouth are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find community & social events in Portsmouth this weekend?

Browse this weekend's community & social events in Portsmouth at /portsmouth/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.

How do I book tickets for community & social events in Portsmouth?

Every community & social listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.

How often are community & social listings updated on EventsList?

We pull in new community & social events for Portsmouth three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.

Community & Social Events in Portsmouth — Your Complete Guide

Portsmouth's community events are the connective tissue of city life — the socials, volunteering days, neighbourhood gatherings, cultural celebrations, and grassroots activities that bring people together across lines of background, age and interest.

Community events in Portsmouth range from neighbourhood litter picks and community gardening sessions to multicultural food festivals, local history walks, repair cafés, and community cinema screenings. Many are organised by residents, community groups, charities, and local organisations with deep roots in specific neighbourhoods, giving them an authenticity and warmth that larger commercial events often lack.

Social events with a community focus — pub quizzes, board game nights, community cookouts, language exchange evenings, and shared meal events — are a particularly accessible and affordable way to meet people and build connections in Portsmouth. Many are free or donation-based, deliberately designed to be open to everyone regardless of income.

Getting involved with community events in Portsmouth is one of the best ways to feel genuinely at home in the city — whether you're a long-term resident looking to deepen local ties or a newcomer looking to build a social life from scratch. Many of the city's most enduring friendships, professional relationships, and even romances have started at a community event.