Schools are looking a little different too, with staff fully embracing the spirit of World Book Day and joining in the fun alongside the children
Check out our gallery of 132 fantastic pictures of children across Portsmouth and the surrounding area clad in their best book-inspired outfits:
13. World Book Day 2026: King's Academy Northern Parade
World Book Day at King's Academy Northern Parade, Hilsea. Pictured: Junior school pupils dressed up for World Book Day Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habibur Rahman
16. World Book Day 2026
Smiles all round. Thank you Keely Cordwell for sharing this picture. | Keely Cordwell
4 / 33