Fareham Borough Council is delighted to announce that Fareham Live has been shortlisted in the ‘Visitor Attraction/Event of the Year’ category at the 2026 Portsmouth Business Awards.

The Portsmouth Business Awards recognise, reward and celebrate all the successful businesses and professional individuals within Portsmouth and the surrounding areas. This ‘Visitor Attraction/Event of the Year’ category celebrates the outstanding contribution of a local attraction or event in drawing visitors to the area and in providing truly memorable visitor experiences.

Fareham Live was nominated by the Council as it has not only proven to be an incredibly successful theatre; showcasing world-class entertainment including national touring shows, comedy, music and more; it is also a thriving community location, leading the way in the regeneration of Fareham town centre.

Executive Member for Leisure and Community, Cllr Connie Hockley, said: “I am thrilled that Fareham Live has been announced as a finalist in this year’s Portsmouth Business Awards. With well over 200 thousand tickets sold by the end of 2025, Fareham Live has already made a significant contribution to the local visitor economy and is becoming a real source of local pride. I cannot think of a more worthy winner, so I am keeping everything crossed.”

Category winners will be announced at an awards ceremony at the Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 27 February 2026.