Southsea Common has once again been transformed into a musical spectacular with thousands of people lapping up the annual event.
Day one of Victorious Festival has delivered plenty of memorable moments, with standout sets from Rudimental, The Vaccines and Pixie Lott kicking things off in style.
With two more days of music still to come, the festival has certainly set the bar high.
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Explore our gallery of pictures from the first day:
57. Victorious Festival 2026
Victorious Festival on Southsea Common on Friday, August, 28, 2026. Pictured is: Sisters (l-r) Sienna (8) and Isla Miles (10) from Portsmouth. Picture: Sarah Standing (280826-8504) | Iconic Resell
58. Victorious Festival 2026
Victorious Festival on Southsea Common on Friday, August, 28, 2026. Picture: Sarah Standing (280826-8493) | Iconic Resell
59. Victorious Festival 2026: Cast
Cast playing on Common Stage at Victorious on Friday, August 28. Pictured: John Power Picture: Paul Windsor | Other Third Party
60. Victorious Festival 2026: Cast
Cast playing on Common Stage at Victorious on Friday, August 28. Pictured: John Power Picture: Paul Windsor | Other Third Party