The local Culture, Sport and Leisure Department can provide a large number of activities. The Municipality can provide spesial offers for both the elderly and the young in the community.
In Porsgrunn, there are lot of art galleries, the Film Center named "Charlie" and several sports arenas. In the heart of Porsgrunn you will be able to experience a vast amount of sculptures, art decorations and exhibitions.
The central goverment appointed the year 2009 to be The Cultural Heritage Year. The local Culture Department in Porsgrunn is responsible for stimulating, coordinating and organizing voluntary work according to The Cultural Heritage Year.