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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. 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.

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          1. R&B Lovers

            Address

            Horizon Nightclub, 214 Kings Rd, Brighton, BN1 1NB

            Telephone

            01273044354

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            Get ready for a massive celebration of 90s & 00s R&B music! If you love your oldskool anthems you cannot miss this.

          2. The Tarot Fayre

            Address

            Saint Augustine’s Arts and Events Centre, Stanford Avenue, Brighton, BN1 6EA

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            Lecture

            A one day festival of tarot and oracle wisdom, held in the beautiful St Augustine's Arts and Events centre, a converted church near to Preston Park. Tarot readers, stallholders, deck artists and creators, and a range of fascinating talks and…

          3. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

            Address

            The Grove Theatre Eastbourne, 1 Grove Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4TL

            Eastbourne

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            Type:

            Music

            Eastbourne's best independent music festival is back for its second year and it's even bigger and better - more will be revealed soon.

          4. On The Beach 2026: Moby

            Address

            Brighton Beach, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN1 1TW

            Brighton

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            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…

          5. Port of Cool

            Address

            Railway Approach, Newhaven, BN9 0DF

            Newhaven

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            Type:

            Festival

            A Family Store Festival is coming to Newhaven. Bringing together some of the UK's most exciting independent musicians alongside artists, makers and creative misfits, Port of Cool is a celebration of DIY culture, great music and good company on the…

          6. The Brunswick 20th Anniversary Summer Beer Festival

            Address

            The Brunswick, 1 Holland Road, Hove, BN3 1JF

            Telephone

            01273 733984

            Hove

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            We’re turning 20… and throwing our biggest beer festival ever to celebrate.

            Our annual summer beer bonanza is back — but this year it’s bigger, bolder, and seriously special as we celebrate two decades of The Brunswick as an independent craft beer…

          7. Ouse Valley Folk Festival

            Address

            Railway Approach, Newhaven, BN9 0DF

            Newhaven

            Type

            Type:

            Festival

            The Ouse Valley Folk Festival celebrates the rich musical heritage of the Ouse Valley alongside the artists and ideas shaping its future. Across Friday and Saturday, the programme brings together traditional music, contemporary folk and…

          8. Brighton Cocktail Festival

            Address

            Various venues: Brighton, Brighton, BN1 1UG

            Brighton

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            Type:

            General event

            Brighton Cocktail Festival is back and this year we’re the country’s biggest cocktail event with more bars and cocktails than any other city!

            Join us for a city-wide celebration of mixology, and discover Brighton & Hove’s exceptional cocktail scene…

          9. East Preston Food & Drink Festival

            Address

            East Preston Village Green, Sea Road, East Preston, BN16 1LP

            East Preston

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            Type:

            Childrens Events

            East Preston Food & Drink Festival is back!

            Spend a fun summer's day eating, drinking and socialising with friends and family on East Preston's lovely Village Green.

            This multi-vendor, vibrant food and drink festival is going to be a foodie and…

          10. Founded On The Beach

            Address

            Horizon Nightclub, 214 Kings Rd, Brighton, BN1 1NB

            Telephone

            01273044354

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            Join us for the Founded_ Summer Closing Party as we take over the incredible Horizons Terrace on Brighton Beach for one final celebration to round off the summer in style.

          11. East Sussex Living History Festival

            Address

            Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

            Telephone

            01323 844224

            Hailsham

            Type

            Type:

            General event

            Join us for the East Sussex Living History Festival, a vibrant three-day celebration of the past set within the stunning moated grounds of Michelham Priory. With hundreds of reenactors, hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and entertainment…

          12. LagoonFest

            Address

            Hove Lagoon, 330 Kingsway, Brighton and Hove, Hove, BN3 4LX

            Hove

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            Type:

            Festival

            Hove' Lagoon's little village-fete-festival is back for 2026 with children's entertainments, dog show, comedy tent, live music, market stalls, grand raffle, fun on the water, delicious food and drink, amazing art, and more!!!

            Our festival takes…

          13. Undercurrents Launch Party

            Address

            Railway Approach, Newhaven, BN9 0DF

            Newhaven

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            Type:

            Festival

            Kicking off the UnderCurrents Summer Programme with an evening of music, food and good company. Expect sets from Chris Coco and Equal Measure DJs, The Kites, DJ Uffie, community workshops with Dawn East and plenty of reasons to linger by the river…

          14. R&B Lovers

            Address

            Central Park, St Peter's Church Valley Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4GU

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            Get ready for a massive celebration of 90s & 00s R&B music! If you love your oldskool anthems you cannot miss this.

          15. The Cricketers Annual Beer Festival

            Address

            The Cricketers Pub, 66 Broadwater Street West, Worthing, BN14 9DE

            Worthing

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            Type:

            General event

            Join us for the Annual Cricketers Beer Festival.

            Over 30+ real ales and craft beers, live music and DJ's, and specular specials from our outdoor kitchen all weekend.

            Save the date, spread the word, and see you soon.

          16. 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.

          17. Good Vibrations Society

            Address

            Pippingford Manor, Pippingford Park, Nutley, TN22 3HW

            Telephone

            01825 712966

            Nutley

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            Good Vibrations Society is an event for old and young to enjoy music and wellness in the beautiful surroundings of the Ashdown forest. An invitation to experience community in all its glory. Join us to celebrate friendship, expression, personality…

          18. Brighton Fetish Week

            Address

            Nautilus Lounge, 129 -130 St James Street, Brighton, BN2 1TH

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            Arts

            Brighton Fetish Week bring together the fetish community for seven days of sexy social events, cabaret, fundraisers, masterclasses, club nights and more in the heart of Brighton.

          19. Good Vibrations Society

            Address

            Pippingford Park, Pippingford Park Manor, Nutley, TN22 3HW

            Telephone

            01825 712966

            Nutley

            Type

            Type:

            Music

            Good Vibrations Society is an event for old and young to enjoy music and wellness in the beautiful surroundings of the Ashdown forest. An invitation to experience community in all its glory. Join us to celebrate friendship, expression, personality…

          20. Magic of Thailand Festival

            Address

            Preston Park, Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6AU

            Brighton

            Type

            Type:

            General event

            A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer brought to you by Magic of Thailand.

            Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and friends to feel a touch of Thai culture, where you can challenge your…

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