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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. Artists Open Houses Brighton
    The Artist Open Houses offer festival–goers the chance to meet the artists and to view locally made, seriously good arts and crafts.
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
    2. 9 May 202610 May 2026
    3. 16 May 202617 May 2026
    4. 23 May 202624 May 2026
    5. 30 May 202631 May 2026

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  1. Live band performing at the Foodies Festival
    Pasta making workshop at the  Foodies Festival.
    Cookery class at the Foodies Festival.
    Festival goers enjoying the day, drinking beer.
    Crowds at the Foodies Festival.
    Festival goers.
    Montage of photos taken during the Foodies Festival.
    Live band performing at the Foodies Festival
    Pasta making workshop at the  Foodies Festival.
    Cookery class at the Foodies Festival.
    Festival goers enjoying the day, drinking beer.
    Crowds at the Foodies Festival.
    Festival goers.
    Montage of photos taken during the Foodies Festival.

    Address

    Preston Park, Brighton, BN1 6SD

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Food

    Food lovers, music fans and families are in for a treat as Foodies Festival returns to Preston Park from 2nd – 4th May 2026, bringing three packed days of delicious food, live music, hands-on experiences and family fun.

  2. Horsham Fake Festival

    Address

    Horsham Park, North Street, Horsham, RH12 2BP

    Telephone

    07831 296230

    Horsham

    Type

    Type:

    General event

    The Horsham Fake Festival returns to Horsham Park with Fake Bands to Queen (Flash), The Killers (The Fillers), Foo Fighters (Fore Fighters), Green Day (Ultimate Green Day), Pulp (Pulp'd), Pink (Vicky Jackson). All held inside the Fake Festivals…

  3. 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. Woman painting a nature scene outside

    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,…

  7. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    Marina Studios, Mermaid Walk, Brighton, BN41 1GD

    Telephone

    01273 253679

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Dance / Dancing

    Salsa Zone and Brighton fiesta Latino presents…

    International Salsa Bachata Kizomba summer festival in Brighton

    festival highlights

    By joining this festival, participants can expect an average improvement of 20% in their dancing ability…

  8. 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…

  9. Worthing Pride

    Address

    Steyne Gardens, Steyne Gardens, Worthing, BN11 3DZ

    Worthing

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    A line up packed with Queer artists and allies supporting a grass roots pride event.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. Person in white hat in front of blue and orange bunting

    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',…

  13. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    Preston Park, Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6AU

    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…

  14. Person in white hat in front of blue and orange bunting

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01323 811626

    Lewes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Ten years on from the Brexit referendum, the questions it raised have not gone away. As alliances shift and the US grows openly hostile towards Europe, we are being forced to think again about Britain's place in an increasingly fractured world.

    In…

  15. 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…

  16. Person in white hat in front of blue and orange bunting

    Address

    Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UE

    Telephone

    01273 709709

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Film

    Oska Bright is the world’s leading festival for films made by or featuring people with learning disabilities or autism. The festival runs over six days across five venues in Brighton, alongside an online programme.

    Join us for our jam-packed…

  17. Smoove & Turrell Brighton Fringe

    Address

    Caravanserai, North of St Peter's Church, Brighton and Hove, BN1 4GU

    Brighton and Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Smoove & Turrell play live as part of the Brighton Fringe Festival - presented by Jalapeno Bop. Live support from Two Pounds Down and Jalapeno Soundsystem DJs

  18. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    Western Lawns, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 4UH

    Eastbourne

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    One of the south coast's largest food and drink festivals in May, as 'Beer and Cider by the Sea' kicks off a three day extravaganza to tantalise the taste buds.

    From Friday to Sunday, real ale and cider lovers can sample real ales, craft beers,…

  19. DaM Fest

    Address

    The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley, RH10 6YZ

    Telephone

    01293 553636

    Crawley

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    DanceHub are excited to announce DaM Fest'26, taking place through Spring 2026 dynamic line-up of events, activities, and campaigns celebrating Dance and Movement across Crawley.

    Including:

    - Forward Motion 2026
    - Let's Dance Crawley 2026
    -…

  20. BHASVIC Community History Festival

    Address

    Brighton & Hove Sixth Form College, 205 Dyke Road, Hove, BN3 6EG

    Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    BHASVIC has a rich and varied history, and we are holding our first-ever StoryWorks Festival of Community History celebrating the unique past of the college, grammar school and local history. Our student run festival features guided tours of hidden…

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