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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. 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
    2. 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. 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. 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. Falmer Court Classic & Sportscar Meet

        Address

        The Great Thatched Barn at Falmer Court, Falmer Court, East Street, Falmer, BN1 9PB

        East Street, Falmer

        Type

        Type:

        Festival

        Join us for the Falmer Court Classic & Sportscar Meet

        Now in its third year and growing fast, enjoy a festival-style day of incredible cars for just £5 — then step into the evening for something truly special.

        Three-course dinner, Q&A with Jodie…

      3. Everywhere At Once Festival

        Address

        Chalk, 13 Pool Valley, Brighton, BN1 1NJ

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Taking place over the Glastonbury weekend, Everywhere at Once brings live music to your doorstep. Hundreds of grassroots music venues across the UK – from Inverness to Penzance – will unite for one extraordinary weekend, hosting major artists,…

      4. Brick Festival

        Address

        American Express Stadium, Village Way, Brighton, BN1 9BL

        Telephone

        01273 878288

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Childrens Events

        This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired…

      5. Brighton Rocks International Film Festival

        Address

        Dukes at Komedia, 44-47 Gardner Street, North Laine, Brighton, BN1 1UN

        Telephone

        0871 902 5728

        North Laine, Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Film

        Brighton Rocks International Film Festival returns for its biggest edition yet, celebrating independent cinema across a full week of screenings, events and industry talks. This year’s festival will showcase over 200 films across three Brighton…

      6. On The Beach 2026: Moby

        Address

        Brighton Beach, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN1 1TW

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Electronic music icon MOBY headlines the closing day of On The Beach Festival, performing live with a full band on Brighton Beach, one of his only shows globally in 2026.

        With over 20 million albums sold worldwide, Moby is one of the true…

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

        Address

        The Old Market, Upper Market Street, Hove, BN3 1AS

        Telephone

        01273 201801

        Hove

        Type

        Type:

        Festival

        Whisky, by the sea! This summer, Brighton will be awash with whisky at events throughout the City. From the main expo on Saturday27th - through whisky cocktails, food-pairings, tasting events, music and more - there will be whisky for everyone,…

      8. Everywhere At Once Festival

        Address

        Pipeline, 6 Little East Street, Brighton, BN1 1HT

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Taking place over the Glastonbury weekend, Everywhere at Once brings live music to your doorstep. Hundreds of grassroots music venues across the UK – from Inverness to Penzance – will unite for one extraordinary weekend, hosting major artists,…

      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. 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
      11. Paul Hilleard: Grogg at The Secret Comedy Club

        Address

        Artista, 42 Brighton Square, Brighton, BN1 4HD

        Telephone

        07800523714

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Comedy

        Paul Hilleard brings his new show 'Grogg' to The Secret Comedy Club! Paul was the BBC New Comedian of the Year 2024, Channel 4's Sean Lock Award finalist 2025, and winner of Chortle Hotshots 2026 debut at Edinburgh Fringe!

        Through the month of May,…

      12. Person in casual wear dancing onstage

        Address

        Hove Park, Goldstone Crescent, Hove, BN3 6PJ

        Hove

        Type

        Type:

        Dance / Dancing

        The Rotary Family Festival & Big Help Out is thrilled to announce that Amanda, fan favourite from The Traitors Series 4, will be joining this year’s vibrant community celebration.

        Amanda will be at the heart of the day’s festivities, where she…

      13. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

        Address

        The Barn Theatre, The Barn, Saxon Lane, Seaford, BN25 1QL

        Telephone

        01323 492240

        Saxon Lane, Seaford

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Seaford Musical Theatre, in conjunction with the Royal British Legion Seaford, is proud to present Seaford's Festival of Remembrance.

        A night of pure nostalgia honoring those brave people who paid the ultimate sacrifice! Get your tickets for this…

      14. Run Love Festival

        Address

        Great Ote Hall, Janes Lane, Wivelsfield, RH15 0SR

        Wivelsfield

        Type

        Type:

        Festival

        Run Love is a two day, one night running and wellness festival set in the Sussex countryside.

        Start your day with relaxed trail runs, from social 5km routes to longer distances, all focused on enjoyment rather than pressure. As the day unfolds,…

      15. Tidal Gathering Tribute Festival

        Address

        Recreation Ground, Brighton Road, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5LT

        Telephone

        07825 401 250

        Shoreham-by-Sea

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Tidal Gathering Tribute Festival. From the creators of the UK's biggest Tribute festivals, bringing you 2 days with over 20 of the biggest tribute bands, 2 stages, thrill rides, kids activities, market area and bars. Family Friendly.

      16. Everywhere At Once Festival

        Address

        The Rossi Bar, 8 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Taking place over the Glastonbury weekend, Everywhere at Once brings live music to your doorstep. Hundreds of grassroots music venues across the UK – from Inverness to Penzance – will unite for one extraordinary weekend, hosting major artists,…

      17. BITE Brighton Oyster Festival

        Address

        Brighton & Hove, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN1 9QB

        Brighton & Hove

        Type

        Type:

        Festival

        Curate your own trail around Brighton's finest restaurants and bars, with each offering an oyster dish and your choice of sparkling wine, cocktail or Fever-Tree mocktail for just £15.

        Plus themed dinners and charity events at SEA LIFE Brighton…

      18. Colourful close-up of used watercolor paint palette with vibrant hues

        Address

        Brighton Unitarian Church, New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UF

        Telephone

        01273 696022

        Brighton

        Type

        Type:

        Arts

        Brighton’s first affordable art fair set to launch in May

        Flying Circus Art Fair

        Get ready Brighton, something BIG is rolling into town! Flying Circus Art Fair is Brighton’s first affordable art fair. It’s being organised by two Brighton artists,…

      19. Yellow and pink balloons against a blue sky

        Address

        Pond Lane, Pond Lane, Worthing, BN13 2RH

        Worthing

        Type

        Type:

        General event

        Committed to promoting all the good in Durrington, Join us in celebrating our 31st Festival.

        Carnival, Village Fayre, Evening Entertainment and Traditional Funfair.

      20. Summer Celebration in the Vines

        Address

        Wiston Estate Winery, North Farm, Pulborough, RH20 4BB

        Telephone

        +441903877845

        Pulborough

        Type

        Type:

        Music

        Spend a full day in the vineyard enjoying great food, Wiston Wines, and live music in a relaxed summer setting. The day will feature performances from Sistie Moose, with more acts to be announced, creating the perfect soundtrack as you unwind among…

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