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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. 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. 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',…

    3. 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…

    4. 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…

    5. 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…

    6. Abstract bokeh photo capturing blue and orange lights

      Address

      Arundel Castle, High Street, Arundel, BN18 9AB

      Telephone

      01903 882173

      Arundel

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      Step into a magical night of glamour, entertainment, and celebration at our Annual Castle Fundraiser on the Lower Lawns of Arundel Castle. This year, we invite you to truly dress to impress and enjoy an unforgettable evening in a stunning setting…

    7. Laughing emoji face on a blue background

      Address

      Artista, 42 Brighton Square, Brighton, BN1 4HD

      Telephone

      07800523714

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Comedy

      Join us for our exclusive "Best of the Fest" showcase! Nestled in the heart of The Lanes at Artista, our award-winning venue—voted Best Fringe Venue 3 years in a row—brings you the finest comedy talent from across the festival.

      Throughout the week…

    8. Red theatre curtain

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      Tucson chanteuse of noir ditties ditches her desert hive for a ketch in coastal Kent; drifts to Scotland; enrolls at Goldsmiths; ‘returns’ to Fringe after an aborted pandemic run. A comic stab at all-things Trumpian and especially Monster-in-Chief…

    9. Abstract bokeh photo capturing blue and orange lights

      Address

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

      Telephone

      01323 811626

      Lewes

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      Global events are moving fast. Headlines change daily, alliances are in flux, conflicts are deepening. It's hard to keep up - let alone make sense of it all. But how unprecedented is this moment, and what might history tell us about where we are…

    10. View of the crowd and performer taken from The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns
      View of the crowd seen from The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns
      The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns
      View of the crowd and performer taken from The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns
      View of the crowd seen from The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns
      The Glorious Day Festival stage on Hove Lawns

      Address

      Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2PE

      Hove

      Type

      Type:

      Music

      Taking place on Hove Lawns with stunning views of Brighton & Hove seafront expect an eclectic line up to keep you dancing all day long as we watch the sun set over the sea.

    11. 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…

    12. 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

      Rose McGowan joins Deborah Frances-White, host of the hit podcast 'The Guilty Feminist', which has built a global following by diving headfirst into the joys, flaws and contradictions of modern womanhood.

      In this special conversation 'The Guilty…

    13. 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…

    14. 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…

    15. 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…

    16. Sussex Retold - Sounds, Sites, Stories

      Address

      Fulton Building, University Of Sussex, Sussex House Southern Ring Road, Brighton, BN1 9RH

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Conferences

      A one day conference investigating traditional arts, crafts, cultures and music from the Sussex region. With walks, workshops, dancing, drama and music. Featuring - Anooshka Rawden, Alina Azadeh, Caroline Lucas, Libby Drew, Love Our Ouse, The…

    17. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

      Address

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

      Eastbourne

      Type

      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.

    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. 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…

    20. 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.

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