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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. 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. 23 May 202624 May 2026
      2. 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. Empty red seats in a theatre

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      Upon boarding the Ocean Princess for a relaxing European cruise, Agatha and Mary find certain behaviours slightly odd. Why is Captain Harkness so unusually attentive and who are the three bright young things who seem to be involved in a rather…

    3. Cocktails & Canapés Under The Sea

      Address

      Sea Life Brighton, Marine Parade, Opp Brighton Pier, Brighton, BN2 1TB

      Telephone

      01273 604234

      Opp Brighton Pier, Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      During the BITE Brighton Oyster Festival, take a journey under the waves with Brighton's best restaurants, bartenders and local drink producers.

      Explore the world’s oldest operating aquarium at your own pace while enjoying hand-crafted cocktails,…

    4. Red theatre curtain

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      When three strangers attend a queer book club and find the leader absent, they decide to run it themselves. In their search for community, their assumptions of one another are challenged as they struggle with identity, disability, relationships, and…

    5. Zoomed in shot of a black speaker with bright yellow mesh

      Address

      East Brighton Park, Brighton, BN2 5RT

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Music

      Back to our roots...

      A one-off, one-day edition of the festival, taking place at East Brighton Park on Sunday 24th May 2026 (Bank Holiday Weekend).

      We're excited to introduce Land Beyond: Origins, a one-off, one-day edition of the festival, taking…

    6. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

      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…

    7. Abstract bokeh photo capturing blue and orange lights

      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…

    8. Side-view of person sitting in a cinema watching a movie on a large screen

      Address

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

      Telephone

      +441903877845

      Pulborough

      Type

      Type:

      Film

      Enjoy a relaxed marquee cinema experience set among the vines at sunset. On arrival, you'll be welcomed with a glass of Wiston Sparkling Wine and fresh popcorn before settling in for a screening of A Good Year—Ridley Scott's much-loved 2006 film set…

    9. 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…

    10. Dark blue stage curtain with light shining from spotlights above

      Address

      Arundel Castle, High Street, Arundel, BN18 9AB

      Telephone

      01903 882173

      Arundel

      Type

      Type:

      Dance / Dancing

      Another exclusive money can't buy event - Amazing Venue, Great Music & Brilliant fun it's going to be a great party.

      Get ready for a night of toe-tapping fun at our Barn Dance Fundraiser! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or have two left feet,…

    11. Photo of Brighton seafront with the City Uncovered logo overlaying it.

      Address

      Citywide, Brighton, East Sussex

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Festivals

      City Uncovered is a new programme of limited-run experiences launching across Brighton & Hove this June.
      From foraging workshops and Brighton seascape resin coaster making to food tours and creative workshops, the series offers new ways to explore…

    12. The Black Saint and the Sinner - Brighton Festival.
      Brighton Festival
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      The Black Saint and the Sinner - Brighton Festival.
      Brighton Festival
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023
      Brighton Festival 2023

      Address

      Various locations, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EE

      Telephone

      +44 (0)1273 709709

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      Brighton Festival is the largest and most established annual curated multi-arts festival in England. Taking place over three weeks in May.

    13. Black and white image of person with wild hair playing an electric guitar

      Address

      Patterns, 10 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TL

      Telephone

      01273 894777

      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,…

    14. Black and white image of person with wild hair playing an electric guitar

      Address

      Daltons, Under Brighton Zip, Lower Promenade, Brighton, BN2 1TB

      Lower Promenade, 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,…

    15. Stefania Licari: I Can Make You Italian In 55 Minutes

      Address

      Komedia, 44--47 Gardner Street, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1UN

      Telephone

      01273 647101

      Brighton and Hove

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      After sold-out seasons at Edinburgh and Adelaide Fringes, award-winning comedian Stefania Licari returns with her hit show.

      This is your unique chance to become Italian in under an hour.

    16. Image courtesy of dfphotography. Funny business clown cabaret 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Guru Dudu silent disco tour Brighton Fringe 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Clusterfluff, image shows a performer holding a red telephone receiver.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Feast a triple Bill. Image shows a blur of movement.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. A Locomotive for Murder show from 2024. 2 audience members at Brighton Open Air Theatre enjoying the show.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Audience members enjoying a show called Godz 2 in 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Performers take a bow at Absurd Tea Circus in 2024, they are wearing colourful tracksuits.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Performers seemingly walking in the air from the 2024 show, feast a triple bill
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Image shows a performer on stage in a suit, holding an umbrella
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Image from the show 2024 Blingo, performers on stage with wigs and a disco ball.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Funny business clown cabaret 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Guru Dudu silent disco tour Brighton Fringe 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Clusterfluff, image shows a performer holding a red telephone receiver.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Feast a triple Bill. Image shows a blur of movement.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. A Locomotive for Murder show from 2024. 2 audience members at Brighton Open Air Theatre enjoying the show.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Audience members enjoying a show called Godz 2 in 2024
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Performers take a bow at Absurd Tea Circus in 2024, they are wearing colourful tracksuits.
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Performers seemingly walking in the air from the 2024 show, feast a triple bill
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Image shows a performer on stage in a suit, holding an umbrella
      Image courtesy of dfphotography. Image from the show 2024 Blingo, performers on stage with wigs and a disco ball.

      Address

      Various Venues Across the City, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1WN

      Telephone

      +44 (0)1273 917272

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      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.

    17. Babel Beast

      Address

      The Actors Pub, 4 Prince's Street,, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1RD

      Kemptown, Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      After 3 festivals in London, Babel Beast lands in Brighton!

      Babel Beast is an experimental, multi-lingual cabaret of monstresses, made by and for mythical creatures of Ancient Greece. Whether repurposing pop culture, childhood nostalgia or mythic…

    18. A person drinking from a clear wine glass

      Address

      Arun Yacht Club, Rope Walk, Littlehampton, BN17 5DL

      Telephone

      01903 716016

      Littlehampton

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      Join us for a fantastic weekend of beer, food, and live music at the Arun Yacht Club.

      We'll be serving a brilliant selection of real ales and ciders all weekend in a relaxed riverside setting — with great food, live entertainment, free entry, and…

    19. Black and white image of person with wild hair playing an electric guitar

      Address

      The Brunswick Pub, 3 Holland Road, Hove, BN2 1JF

      Telephone

      01273 733984

      Hove

      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,…

    20. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Music

      R&B Lovers lands back in Brighton for a HUGE summer outdoor open-air festival.

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