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    Brighton’s calendar is jam-packed full of 2026 fun, take a look at our 26 for '26 to plan your year ahead!

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  1. 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…

  2. 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…

  3. 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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…

  7. Forthwrite Festival

    Address

    The Old Courthouse, 118 Church street, Brighton, BN1 1UD

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Lecture

    Forthwrite Festival, the UK’s first and only literary festival dedicated to celebrating women writers over 50, is back for a second year, bringing a wide range of topical workshops, panel discussions, and film screenings to Brighton.

    Join us at…

  8. 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.

  9. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    Eastbourne Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 3AD

    Telephone

    01323 410611

    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,…

  10. 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…

  11. 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.

  12. 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…

  13. 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.

  14. Easter Eggstravaganza

    Address

    American Express Stadium, Village Way, Brighton, BN1 9BL

    Telephone

    01273 878288

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Join us for an Easter Sunday Eggstravaganza in The Terrace, full of family fun, with facepainting, arts & crafts, egg hunt, balloon making and our fabulous children's entertainer! Plus an Easter Egg for each child to take home.

  15. Colourful children's blocks spelling the world play

    Address

    American Express Stadium, Village Way, Brighton, BN1 9BL

    Telephone

    01273 878288

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Join us to celebrate all Mother's everywhere.

  16. People at a concert taking pictures with phones

    Address

    East Brighton Park, Brighton, BN2 5RT

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Multi-platinum boyband JLS are set to bring their chart-topping hits to the south coast as The Park Series returns with a huge open-air show at East Brighton Park on Friday 22nd May.

    Fans can expect an unforgettable night packed with era-defining…

  17. 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.

  18. 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…

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    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
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    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton
    Artists Open Houses Brighton

    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
  20. Brighton Fringe

    Address

    Various venues: Brighton, Brighton, BN1 1UG

    Brighton

    Type

    Type:

    Film

    Brighton Fringe is England's largest arts festival and one of the largest fringe festivals in the world, showcasing a range of diverse art forms to entertain a wide audience.

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