Be part of Portsmouth’s bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
Portsmouth is on an exciting journey as we develop our bid to be UK City of Culture 2029, and we want everyone across the city to be part of it.


Help Shape the Bid. Got an idea? We want to hear from you!
Whether you’re an artist, organiser, venue, community group, creative business, or simply someone with a great idea, this is your opportunity to help shape an amazing year that reflects the energy, diversity and creativity of Portsmouth.
More than 3,000 people have already taken part in our consultation, but we’re opening up the conversation even further. If you’re an artist or creative, community or voluntary organisation, cultural venue or producer, creative business or freelance, heritage organisation or just someone with a passion for Portsmouth’s future,
Make the campaign visible
Could you support Pompey’s bid by displaying campaign materials in your venue or business? From posters to stickers and signage, we can help you show your support in a way that works for you. Fill out the form to let us know how you can support.
A once in a lifetime moment. Could your business help to fund the bid?
Moments like this don’t come along very often. UK City of Culture is a once in a lifetime opportunity for our city of creatives, innovators, entrepreneurs and most of all our whole community. Find out more about how your organisation or business can support the bid











