Hampshire, South East

Hosts & Hostesses for Hire in Portsmouth

Themed hosts and hostesses to greet guests, guide them through the evening and keep the theme alive from the front door. Available for Portsmouth, 64 miles south-west of central London, and every postcode in Hampshire.

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Giant martini glass
Can-can
Mermaids
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Gatsby nights
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Hosts & Hostesses in Portsmouth at a glance

Booking hosts and hostesses in Portsmouth

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Hampshire
Postcodes: PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6 +3
Location: 64 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 1
Largest nearby venue: Portsmouth Guildhall, up to 496 guests

Portsmouth venues and hosts and hostesses

Within reach of Portsmouth there are 1 event venue on our list, including 1 that can take 400 guests or more. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how hosts and hostesses fit the room.

Bookings from Fareham, Ryde and Horndean and the rest of Hampshire are just as easy. Travel for hosts and hostesses is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Portsmouth: brief them on the running order. Hosts who know the plan keep the night flowing.

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Themes

Hosts & Hostesses in a themed package

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How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking hosts and hostesses in Portsmouth: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books hosts and hostesses in Portsmouth, Hampshire, 64 miles south-west of central London, covering the PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9 and PO11 and nearby postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Portsmouth Guildhall for up to 496 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Hampshire
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What do event hosts and hostesses do?

Themed hosts and hostesses greet guests, hand out drinks or masks, guide people to their seats and keep the theme alive from the first moment.

French hostesses for a Parisian night, flapper hostesses for Gatsby and elegant hosts for galas and conferences are all popular.

Where it works best

Conferences
Guiding delegates with style.
Awards dinners
Escorting winners to the stage.
Launches
Brand ambassadors in character.
Masquerade balls
Handing out masks to guests.
Gatsby and Parisian nights
Hosts in period costume.
Arrivals
A themed welcome at the door.

Tips from our team

1
Use them at the door
The first five minutes set the tone for the whole event.
2
Brief them on the running order
Hosts who know the plan keep the night flowing.
3
Combine with a showpiece
Hosts plus a headline act make a complete package.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Portsmouth can host a large event?

On our list, Portsmouth Guildhall (up to 496 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan hosts and hostesses around the space.

Do venues around Portsmouth have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do hosts and hostesses cost in Portsmouth?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Portsmouth is 64 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Portsmouth do you cover?

All of PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9, PO11 and PO12, including Havant, Rowlands Castle, Gosport, South Hayling and Stoke, plus the rest of Hampshire and nearby Fareham, Ryde, Horndean and Cowes.

Can hosts help run the event?

Yes. They can guide guests, help with seating and support your event team on the night.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Portsmouth

Hosts & Hostesses across Portsmouth and nearby

Postcodes we cover

PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO9
PO11
PO12

We book hosts & hostesses in Portsmouth and every address in the PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9, PO11 and PO12 postcode districts, including Havant, Rowlands Castle, Gosport, South Hayling and Stoke. We also travel across Hampshire and the rest of South East.

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Venues near Portsmouth

1 venues on our list are in or near Portsmouth, mostly event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.