VICTORIOUS Festival is back with a bang, with some big names taking to the stage on Southsea Common.

Headlining Friday night was the incredible Grammy and Brit award-winning DJ and producer, Fatboy Slim, who brought one of the most memorable Friday night opening parties to Southsea, with a pyro and confetti-filled set full of back-to-back hits including Praise You, Right Here Right Now and Rockafeller Skank.

Earlier in the afternoon, the DJ also popped up on Pitt Street at the festival for an exclusive signing session with Chemical X.

One Direction star Louis Tomlinson brought in one of the biggest crowds of the day with his first UK festival performance which included a rendition of 1D’s Drag Me Down.

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Festival-goers watching IdlesFestival-goers watching Idles (Image: Victorious Festival/Strong Island)

Friday also welcomed performances from Idles, Snow Patrol, Lottery Winners, Maximo Park and Jess Glynne.

Comedian Russell Howard headlined proceedings at the festival’s Comedy stage alongside Radio 4 star Suzi Ruffell and compere for the day Emmanuel Sonubi.

Alongside the music and comedy, families enjoyed the sunshine in Victorious’ Kids Arena. TV presenter Katy Ashworth took to the stage on Friday for the ultimate disco party and little ones also enjoyed bounce fitness session, Jedi training, the world’s biggest bouncy castle, climbing walls, retro gaming, cupcake decorating and face painting.

The Virgin Cruise ship also set sail from Portsmouth on Friday evening to the backdrop of the Fatboy Slim’s set.

Day two, Saturday, August 24, will see South London singer-songwriter and rapper Jamie T take to the stage for a headline set on the Common Stage whilst the formidable American four-piece Pixies will headline the Castle Stage.

Saturday will also see performances from CMAT, Courteeners, Sugababes and The Amazons.