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  1. The Black Saint and the Sinner - Brighton Festival.
    Brighton Festival is the largest and most established annual curated multi-arts festival in England. Taking place over three weeks in May.
    1. 2 May 202625 May 2026
  2. Image courtesy of dfphotography. Funny business clown cabaret 2024
    During May & June, Brighton Fringe welcomes international performers and audiences as it showcases the creative heart and soul of the city and its unique cultural heritage.
    1. 1 May 202631 May 2026
  3. Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Gut Health performing at Patterns as part of The Great Escape Festival.
    The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing 450 emerging artists from all over the world in 30+ walkable venues across the city and a pop-up festival site on Brighton Beach.
    1. 13 May 202616 May 2026
  4. Two women sat on chairs animatedly discussing the artwork in the house. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    The Artist Open Houses offer festival–goers the chance to meet the artists and to view locally made, seriously good arts and crafts.
    1. 16 May 202617 May 2026
    2. 23 May 202624 May 2026
    3. 30 May 202631 May 2026

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  1. Abstract bokeh photo capturing blue and orange lights

    Address

    Horatio's Bar, Brighton Pier, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1TW

    Madeira Drive, Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The Brighton Italian Festival is happening this May across multiple locations in Brighton — and we’ve created something special for you.

    What’s included:

    - 9th or 10th – A Wander Fool Word (kids’ clown show) – 3:30pm, Horatio Bar
    - 9th or 10th –…

  2. Black platform boots with lace socks

    Address

    Brighton Beach Bandstand, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2PQ

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    The Shovel presents, in collaboration with Brighton Sunset Sessions, a FREE noise-rock all-dayer on the Brighton beachfront - a guerilla Alt Escape showcase.

    Lineup is as follows:

    8pm - gegenpress

    7pm - jawharp

    6pm - paper hats

    5pm -…

  3. Red theatre curtain

    Address

    The Yellow Book, 3a York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    It’s 1978 and Peter Meaden, King of the Mods, is reflecting on his halcyon days moulding The Who, before he was swamped by drug addiction and mental illness. Where did it all go wrong? Ollie Wilson King’s poignant play reveals the…

  4. Noughty '90s Festival

    Address

    East Brighton Park, Brighton, BN2 5RT

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Boasting four huge stages of music, the biggest '00s and '90s bands, artists and DJs from around the world, funfair rides, a '90s arcade, Retro Bars, an RnB Roller Disco, Gormet Street Food, Exclusive VIP area and so much more, this is the ultimate…

  5. Homegrown Festival

    Address

    The Hope & Ruin, 10--12 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA

    Telephone

    01273 325793

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    An eclectic music festival in the heart of Brighton.

  6. Close up of a roll of tickets for a show

    Address

    Charleston in Lewes, Southover Road, Lewes, BN7 1AB

    Telephone

    01323 811626

    Lewes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Join much-loved author Francesca Simon as she brings the irrepressible 'Horrid Henry' to life. From dreadful teachers to disastrous lessons, Francesca will share some of Henry's funniest adventures from her new book 'Horrid Henry: Rules the School',…

  7. Performers at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    Performers at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns

    Address

    Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2PE

    Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    After a highly successful debut, the Could Be Real Tribute Festival is set to return with an even bigger and better lineup! This ultimate tribute festival promises an unforgettable night of nostalgia, celebrating some of the greatest names in music…

  8. Brighton & Hove Triathlon and Multisport Festival

    Address

    Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2PE

    Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Swim Bike Run events for everyone from first‑timers to the pros.

    Experience the fast and flat traffic-free route from Hove Lawns along the famous seafront Promenade. Brighton & Hove Triathlon is well established as one of the biggest events in the…

  9. Red theatre curtain

    Address

    The Yellow Book, 3a York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    This sharp, playful comedy follows a delightfully mis-wired mind as it attempts to navigate..well, everything. The journey is a chaotic celebration of the beautifully unconventional ways of neurodivergent brains.

  10. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    Waterhall, Waterhall Road, Brighton, BN1 8YR

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    The UK’s Biggest LGBTQ+ Pride Festival

    “Historic, inspired and unparalleled. Brighton Pride is one of the best international pride festivals, we love it” Attitude Magazine.

    Pride On The Park is the official Brighton & Hove Pride fundraiser for our…

  11. Abstract bokeh photo capturing blue and orange lights

    Address

    Charleston in Lewes, Southover Road, Lewes, BN7 1AB

    Telephone

    01323 811626

    Lewes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Sandi Toksvig is one of Britain's most beloved writers, broadcasters and activists. She is joined by author, publisher and friend Lennie Goodings for a wide-ranging conversation about books, politics, feminism and the stubborn optimism required to…

  12. DJ and mixing decks in a blue light

    Address

    Brighton Beach, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN1 1TW

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Brighton, get ready for the ultimate Caribbean celebration! Rum & Reggae Fest is coming to Brighton Beach Village, bringing tropical beats, mouthwatering food, and pure island vibes right to the seaside. ️

  13. Land Beyond Festival

    Address

    East Brighton Park, Brighton, BN2 5RT

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    A brand new festival for Brighton, escape to a land unexplored as a brand new festival lands on the South Coast. Let the adventure begin.

    After a SOLD OUT day in 2019, Brighton’s #1 underground bass music brand, SuperCharged, returns to host 2…

  14. Red theatre curtain

    Address

    The Yellow Book, 3a York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Is time travel possible? Pete Strong thinks it is. What makes up a life and are we really in control of what order it happens in? Yesterday you were born and today you are old, with pain and laughter in between. A moving and funny new…

  15. OnTheBeach LIVE: The Maccabees, Editors, Miles Kane, Anna Calvi

    Address

    Brighton Beach, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN1 1TW

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    On The Beach in association with Radio X, led by The Maccabees and joined by Editors, Miles Kane, Anna Calvi, Ash, Badly Drawn Boy and Lime Garden.

  16. Worthing FreeWheelin' FEASTival

    Address

    Beach House Grounds, Brighton Road, Worthing, BN11 2DW

    Worthing

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Steam into Beach House Grounds for a free to enter, food focused festival weekend.

    Zoom returns to Worthing with its fun packed FEASTival featuring street foods and bars together with a range of original grocery foods, craft stalls, and world…

  17. Red theatre curtain

    Address

    The Yellow Book, 3a York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Whispers is a haunting theatrical journey through memory, trauma, and the silenced voices of the past. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England – from a courtroom and convent to the foggy banks of the Thames – the story follows Mrs. P.M. Jones,…

  18. Two women sat on chairs animatedly discussing the artwork in the house. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Exterior shot of a house whcih has been decorated with bunting and an Artists Open Houses banner. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A woman leans over a canvas and makes some finishing touches. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A person is up a ladder adding bunting to the outside of their house, underneath an Artists Open Houses banner. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Two people seen from behind as they admire artwork. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Outside shot of an artists studio with a dog about to enter. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A living room featuring mainly brown and white tones. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Two people walking up to the front door of a house taking part in the Artists Open Houses event. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A living room which features several pieces of art on the walls. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A table full of delicious looking cakes and snacks for sale during an Artists Open House. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Two women sat on chairs animatedly discussing the artwork in the house. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Exterior shot of a house whcih has been decorated with bunting and an Artists Open Houses banner. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A woman leans over a canvas and makes some finishing touches. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A person is up a ladder adding bunting to the outside of their house, underneath an Artists Open Houses banner. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Two people seen from behind as they admire artwork. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Outside shot of an artists studio with a dog about to enter. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A living room featuring mainly brown and white tones. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    Two people walking up to the front door of a house taking part in the Artists Open Houses event. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A living room which features several pieces of art on the walls. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla
    A table full of delicious looking cakes and snacks for sale during an Artists Open House. Photo credit: Syl Ojalla

    Address

    Various Venues, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TW

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    The Artist Open Houses offer festival–goers the chance to meet the artists and to view locally made, seriously good arts and crafts.

    Price

    Free
  19. Dark yellow velvet stage curtain with spotlight in foreground

    Address

    The Yellow Book, 3a York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Follow a fearless adventurer as she journeys across the globe, driven by the search for her missing husband. Her path weaves through distant lands, forgotten histories, and remarkable moments, each step revealing more of the world and of the man she…

  20. People at an outdoor fair

    Address

    Chiddinglye Estate, Chiddinglye Estate, East Grinstead, RH19 4QS

    East Grinstead

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Situated on the edge of Ancient woodland in the rolling hills of the Sussex countryside. Join us for a celebration of All things Fungi. A weekend of Mushroom Identification & Cultivation, Lectures & Demonstrations, microscopy, UV night-walks,…

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