Victorious Festival 2026

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About Experience the Ultimate Bank Holiday at Victorious Festival 2026 This August Bank Holiday, Portsmouth’s award-winning Victorious Festival returns to its iconic Southsea Seafront home - and 2026 is set to be another unmissable year. With the sparkling Solent as its backdrop, Victorious delivers three days of world-class music by the sea. This year’s huge lineup features headline sets from Richard Ashcroft, The Black Keys, and Kasabian, plus massive performances from Scissor Sisters, Bastille, The Streets, Faithless, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Basement Jaxx, Jessie J, and loads more. Across multiple stages, you’ll experience everything from legendary acts to rising talent, intimate acoustic sessions to full-scale showstoppers - the soundtrack to your perfect bank holiday weekend. But it’s not just about the music. Explore unique areas across the site, street performers, and pop-up entertainment fill every corner, and the buzzing Skatepark packed with demos, roller discos and high-energy action. Southsea Castle once again transforms into a historic party spot like no other - a one-of-a-kind setting you won’t find at any other festival. Families are at the heart of Victorious. The Kids’ Arena overflows with FREE entertainment – from character meet-and-greets and theatre performances to games, arts, and crafts – keeping little ones entertained and parents relaxed. Fuel your days with delicious street food from local favourites and global flavours, browse independent market stalls, and soak up that unbeatable summer atmosphere as the sun sets over the seafront. Whether you’re a local, a loyal regular, or brand new to the festival, Victorious 2026 is the place to spend your bank holiday! 👉 Tickets on sale now from £76 at victoriousfestival.co.uk Take advantage of payment plans and spread the cost from £9.55 P/M.