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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. 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. 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. Park Rock Brighton

    Address

    Stanmer Park, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN1 6JG

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    After the huge atmosphere and unforgettable moments of previous Park Rock events, Park Rock Brighton arrives at the stunning surroundings of Stanmer Park for 2026 bringing a full day of live music, summer vibes and festival energy to one of Sussexs…

  3. 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…

  4. 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
  5. People at an outdoor fair

    Address

    Chiddinglye Estate, Chiddinglye Estate, East Grinstead, RH19 4QS

    East Grinstead

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Situated on the edge of Ancient woodland in the rolling hills of the Sussex countryside. Join us for a celebration of All things Fungi. A weekend of Mushroom Identification & Cultivation, Lectures & Demonstrations, microscopy, UV night-walks,…

  6. Large camera on wooden branch

    Address

    The British Engineerium, The Droveway, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7QA

    Brighton & Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Lecture

    WILD LOVE FESTIVAL - the brand-new one-day wellbeing festival, launches this summer with a bold and heart-led mission: to reimagine wellness as inclusive, accessible, and rooted in real human connection.

    Wild Love is a living, breathing celebration…

  7. Performers at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    Performers at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns
    The crowd at Could Be Real festival on Hove Lawns

    Address

    Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2PE

    Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    After a highly successful debut, the Could Be Real Tribute Festival is set to return with an even bigger and better lineup! This ultimate tribute festival promises an unforgettable night of nostalgia, celebrating some of the greatest names in music…

  8. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01323 811626

    Lewes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Adam Buxton has spent his career making things his own way. From his art school beginnings and DIY experiments in music, films and comedy, he helped sketch a blueprint for the aesthetic of life online long before YouTube, Instagram and TikTok…

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

    Address

    Brighton Open Air Theatre, Dyke Road Park, Dyke Road, Brighton and Hove, BN3 6EH

    Dyke Road, Brighton and Hove

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    For the fifth year running, the legendary poetry slammers Hammer & Tongue bring their epic grand final into the open air!

    Finalists will come equipped with their unique styles and perspectives to battle it out for the crown. Lucky audience members…

  10. 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…

  11. 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,…

  12. Banff Mountain Film Festival

    Address

    Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UE

    Telephone

    01273 709709

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Film

    Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brand-new collection of short films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival.

  13. 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…

  14. DJ and mixing decks in a blue light

    Address

    Brighton Beach, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN1 1TW

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Brighton, get ready for the ultimate Caribbean celebration! Rum & Reggae Fest is coming to Brighton Beach Village, bringing tropical beats, mouthwatering food, and pure island vibes right to the seaside. ️

  15. 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
    -…

  16. 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.

  17. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01323 811626

    Lewes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    In 1917, Virginia and Leonard Woolf launched the Hogarth Press as a daring experiment in editorial freedom and creative risk. It grew into one of the 20th century's most influential independent publishers.

    Legendary publishers Margaret Busby and…

  18. Yellow and pink balloons against a blue sky

    Address

    The South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, RH17 6TL

    Telephone

    01444 892048

    Ardingly, Haywards Heath

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Whatever the weather with more exhibitors, vehicles, and interactive experiences being brought indoors you can experience an unforgettable journey through time! Battles Through History, is the unique and exciting multi period living history military…

  19. 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…

  20. Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Gut Health performing at Patterns as part of The Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Festival goers at the Great Escape, heading to their next gig, in front of The Great Escape banner.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Performers from CHEIDUORKAKA performing at the Hope & Ruin as part of the Great Escape Festival
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. TheDeepEnd__SouthernRiverBand
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz - Waterbear_AGGRASOPPAR as part of the Great Escape Festival
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. The Unitarian Church with a band performing, one of the great venues showcased as part of the Great Escape Festiv
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Radio Free Alice at the Komedia as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Rum Jungle perform at the Komedia, as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Shark Tank perform at the Komedia as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Gut Health performing at Patterns as part of The Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Festival goers at the Great Escape, heading to their next gig, in front of The Great Escape banner.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Performers from CHEIDUORKAKA performing at the Hope & Ruin as part of the Great Escape Festival
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. TheDeepEnd__SouthernRiverBand
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz - Waterbear_AGGRASOPPAR as part of the Great Escape Festival
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. The Unitarian Church with a band performing, one of the great venues showcased as part of the Great Escape Festiv
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Radio Free Alice at the Komedia as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Rum Jungle perform at the Komedia, as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz. Shark Tank perform at the Komedia as part of the Great Escape Festival.
    Image courtesy of Nathalie von Rotz

    Address

    Various Locations, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EE

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    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.

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