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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. Land Beyond Festival

      Address

      East Brighton Park, Brighton, BN2 5RT

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Music

      A brand new festival for Brighton, escape to a land unexplored as a brand new festival lands on the South Coast. Let the adventure begin.

      After a SOLD OUT day in 2019, Brighton’s #1 underground bass music brand, SuperCharged, returns to host 2…

    2. Red theatre curtain

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      You Have Been Summoned.

      Dead Time Stories is a darkly comic horror anthology play, homaging The Twilight Zone, Inside No. 9 and Tales of the Unexpected. A mysterious unnamed host, together with her silent, but ever-watchful skull companion, John,…

    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. 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…

    5. 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. ️

    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. 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.

    8. Red theatre curtain

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      It’s 1978 and Peter Meaden, King of the Mods, is reflecting on his halcyon days moulding The Who, before he was swamped by drug addiction and mental illness. Where did it all go wrong? Ollie Wilson King’s poignant play reveals the…

    9. 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
    10. Vibrant nightclub scene with blurred dancing crowd and colorful lights

      Address

      Stanmer Park, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN1 6JG

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Music

      Set within one of the city's most iconic green spaces, Stanmer Park, Beyond Boundaries arrives as a new addition to Brighton's event calendar - bringing together established names and emerging talent for a one-day open-air experience.

    11. Person with grey waistcoat holding a deck of cards

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      Partake in “Communal Love Spell" on this May’s new and full moon! Have an opportunity to reconnect: within, without, and with one another, through tenderness, care, joy and love! First cast in Glasgow at the institutional Queer Theory (@queertheory)…

    12. Colourful close-up of used watercolor paint palette with vibrant hues

      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,…

    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. 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…

    15. 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…

    16. 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…

    17. 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…

    18. Brighton Sauna Festival

      Address

      Beach Box Spa, Banjo Groyne, 285 Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1EN

      285 Madeira Drive, Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Festival

      Brighton and the Sussex coast are the birthplace of UK beachside sauna culture. Since Victorian times, these shores have drawn people to the water’s edge - to restore, to gather, and to connect.

      The Brighton Sauna Festival, designed and hosted by…

    19. Red theatre curtain

      Address

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

      Brighton

      Type

      Type:

      Theatre

      Syd Barrett of Pink Floyd left an indelible imprint on British music. But as failed musician Tony Riley contemplates the car crash of his life, he realises that Syd was just another false prophet who reached for the secret too soon. Now Tony must…

    20. 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…

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