The Common Stage is one of the main focal points of the festival, located on Southsea Common. The stage is notorious for playing host to incredible high profile acts with stellar production!
The Castle Stage sits adjacent to Southsea Castle – a stunning historical landmark belonging to Henry VIII, built in 1544! An incredible arena, perfect for watching your favourite artists. Don’t forget to grab your selfie with the iconic Victorious sign.
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Head to the Seaside stage for breathtaking views of the Solent alongside incredible performances. From dance to hiphop, swing to hula hooping, this stage is always jam-packed with amazing artists.
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Pull up a hay bale, sit back and enjoy this intimate stage; a great opportunity to see some hugely popular artists up close and personal.
*previously the Acoustic Stage*
The stunning Southsea Castle and lighthouse, once belonging to Henry VIII make for a truly unique festival experience! Climb the ramparts and enjoy the views of the Solent with a glass of bubbly or dance within the castle walls to an amazing lineup of DJs.
This venue is 18+. For those aged 18 and over.
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Victorious is as much about the laughs as it is about music! Alongside the incredible music lineup, expect household names from the world of comedy! Last year (2024) featured Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle and Al Murray to name a few!
Market way is the perfect pathway between the Common and Castle Stage. Lined with quirky market stalls there is plenty to look at as you wonder through. From thrift stores, handmade goods, arts, crafts and seriously good food – it’s full of creativity, hustle and bustle.
With a mix of skate taster sessions, performances from talented skaters and the hugely popular roller discos, Southsea Skatepark is an awesome place to hang out at the festival.
We’re big on food at Victorious. With over 100+ food traders and different types of cuisine from all over the world, you’ll be hard-pressed not to find something delicious! You can find the Food Court located near the Under the Trees stage!
Feeling peckish? Venture to Street Food Way in between the Common Stage Arena and World Music Village. With loads of incredible food from all over you’ll struggle to choose!
This vibrant area of spoken word, poetry readings, rap and culture will be overflowing with interesting performances throughout the day!
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As you wander through the Fringe Fields keep your eyes and ears peeled for the Piano Tree!
Stop by and have a tinker on the keys in between performances from piano maestros, ukulele choirs, and more. Curated by the amazing team at PMA (Portsmouth Music Academy)
Hand-painted by students at PMA, the piano tree is a sight not to be missed!
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Discover something new at the small but mighty Showcase Stage. Situated a stone’s throw from the Under the Trees the Stage this small stage plays host to some great talent from Portsmouth and beyond.
The iconic Victorious sign is situated on the hillside in the Castle Stage Arena and makes the perfect festival selfie spot.
Neighbourhood Eats is an area dedicated to talented local traders and situated alongside Street Food Way. Here you’ll find the best festival food Southsea & Portsmouth has to offer!
Exclusively available for local, independent food eateries for a subsidised rate, to help local businesses make the most of the festival trading opportunity on their doorstep.
