Carved pumpkins illuminate the streets, while eerie lights and spooky decorations transform hundreds of homes across the city as Portsmouth gets into the Halloween spirit.
With Halloween (October 31) finally here, something wicked this way comes as thousands prepare to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.
Whether you're looking for family-friendly fun, frightful adventures or something to keep you entertained into the evening, there's plenty happening across the city.
Here are some of the best things to see and do around Portsmouth:
5. Spooky fun at Fort Nelson
Fort Nelson has put on a week of half-term spooky fun for the entire family to enjoy. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (241026-095) | Iconic Media Resell
6. Oktotoberfest, Portsmouth Guildhall
Large crowds will dust off their lederhosens for Oktoberfest at Portsmouth Guildhall. Picture: Chris Moorhouse | Chris Moorhouse
7. Portsmouth Distillery Halloween Party
Portsmouth Distillery is hosting a Halloween Fancy Dress Party.
8. Shy FX Halloween Party
Pitt St Skate Park is hosting a Shy FX Halloween Party featuring drum and bass and jungle music from 3pm to 11pm. Picture: Mike Cooter (280523)