Portsmouth annual firework display returns to Southsea Common for 2024

Portsmouth’s annual fireworks will be held for the second year at Southsea Common on Tuesday 5 November.

The site opens at 4pm, with stalls and entertainment for the whole family. Then, the big event itself is scheduled to take place from 7pm.

There will be a variety of hot food and refreshments available on site, including food such as burgers, loaded fries, hog roast, gyros, sweets, hot drinks, and toasted marshmallow pits.

Careful planning for your journey is advised. Given the expected high levels of attendance, attendees are encouraged to plan their journey and allow extra time. Consider taking the bus, renting an e-scooter, cycling or walking to the event site for a hassle-free experience.

Cllr Steve Pitt, Leader of Portsmouth City Council said: “The annual firework display is a much-loved tradition in Portsmouth.

“As always, we’ll have the fireworks, great entertainment, live music, and a good choice of food and refreshments for everyone to enjoy.”

Facilities will be onsite including toilets, first aid, visitor information point and a separate welfare tent including a lost child point, lost and found, ear defenders, and seating space for anyone feeling overwhelmed.

The event will end at 8pm.