Make your first weekend a tradition in Olde Towne. Join us in Olde Towne as we bring the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center courtyard and surrounding streets to life with live music, local art, markets and hands-on activities – all along the High Street corridor. From Friday evening vibes to Saturday daytime exploring, First Weekends Portsmouth is your invitation to slow down, stroll and discover something new in Olde Towne. FRIDAY | 5–8 PM Ease into the weekend with: Live music in the PACC Courtyard Art Market along High & Court Streets Sip-and-stroll throughout the district Planetarium shows at the nearby Children's Museum of Virginia Tickets: $10 at door (50 seats per show) 6:15 pm and 7 pm start times Shows: Mars 1001 & Virginia Skies SATURDAY | 9 AM–2 PM Come back Saturday and keep exploring: Live music + interactive art in the PACC Courtyard Expanded Art Market on High & Court Streets Local Farmers Market ️ Flea Market at Middle Street Garage (10 AM–2 PM) Stroll, shop, sip and soak up the creative energy of Portsmouth’s waterfront district. With Portsmouth’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), you can grab a drink from participating spots and enjoy it as you explore. Art. Music. Markets. Community. Right here in Olde Towne Make Portsmouth your First Weekends destination: https://brnw.ch/FirstWeekendsPortsmouth