
The 35th anniversary of Brighton Pride featuring a community parade and the 'Pride in the Park' festival with headliners RAYE and Diana Ross.

A premier jazz, soul, and funk festival featuring a full Friday programme curated by Ezra Collective under the 'Temple Of Joy' concept, including Samara Joy and Kokoroko.

The 13th annual Trans Pride event in Brighton, featuring a protest march, festival activities, and an afterparty celebrating trans lives and equality.

Drag superstar RuPaul is scheduled to perform a DJ set during the Brighton and Hove Pride 2026 festival at Preston Park.

Ricky Gervais brings his new stand-up show 'Legend' to the Brighton Centre as part of his UK tour.

The Brighton Children's Parade is a vibrant, large-scale community procession that traditionally marks the opening of the annual Brighton Festival.

The UK's most popular LGBT+ event featuring the Community Parade and the 'Pride on The Park' festival at Preston Park.

Renowned synth-pop group OMD perform at the Brighton Centre as part of their 'Summer Of Hits' 2026 UK tour, with proceeds benefiting local NHS hospitals.

Electronic music icon Moby headlines the closing day of On The Beach Festival with a full band.

Classical artist Katherine Jenkins OBE celebrates 25 years in music with a special anniversary tour performance featuring her greatest hits.

Annual Winter Solstice parade featuring luminous lanterns, culminating in a large bonfire and fireworks display on the beach.

Final display of all Story Trail BookBench sculptures gathered in one location before they are auctioned to raise vital funds for the Amaze charity.

The world's longest-running motoring event, featuring hundreds of veteran cars making the 60-mile journey from London to Brighton.

Crazy P return to Brighton for a Summer Disco featuring House, Funk, and Disco House music, following a sold-out debut.

Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Leeds United at the American Express Stadium.

Scottish comedian Kevin Bridges brings his stand-up comedy show 'Here If You Need Me' to the Brighton Dome.

Annual festival and protest for trans liberation, recognized as the largest in Europe. Planning for the 2026 edition in Brighton and Hove has just begun, tentatively scheduled for July.

The official Pride after party featuring Bimini, Joshua James, Spinona Ryder and DJ Fergus at Concorde 2.

Annual campaign displaying large-scale banners featuring winning artwork themed 'We Love Brighton' across key city centre streets throughout the summer.

A major cultural festival held twice yearly, allowing visitors to explore artists' homes and buy art, photography, ceramics, textiles, and jewellery directly from local artists.

Madness brings their 'Madrophenia' tour to Brighton Beach for two days of live music featuring special guests.

Experience Brighton's unique peculiarities on this classic 80-minute walking tour led by Ric Morris, an accredited Blue Badge Tourist Guide and author.

Annual summer music festival on Brighton seafront featuring performances from Fatboy Slim, The Maccabees, Madness and Moby.

Opening of a brand-new permanent gallery exhibition at Brighton Museum dedicated to the 125-year history of Brighton & Hove Albion FC, featuring immersive installations and historical objects.

Peppa Pig and friends return in a brand new live stage show featuring music, puppets, and the introduction of baby Evie Pig.

A two-day street party featuring music, drag performances, food, and entertainment as part of Brighton Pride, featuring DJ Gok Wan.

The Worlds' Coolest Motorcycle Event, featuring the traditional 'Brighton Burn Up' ride-out, culminating in a three-day celebration of motorcycle culture, music, and exhibitions at Madeira Drive.

Visit the spectacular seaside palace of the Prince Regent, featuring Indo-Saracenic architecture and Regency interiors, with summer opening hours starting April 1st.

Legendary magician Penn Jillette teams up with Piff the Magic Dragon for a historic night of world-class sleight of hand and comedy.

Paris Hilton performs in the icon slot at Brighton and Hove Pride 2026 as part of the 35th anniversary celebrations.

Brutally honest stand-up comedy from star Romesh Ranganathan in his new show, running for five nights at the Brighton Dome.

A special outdoor homecoming concert by singer-songwriter Passenger at Hove Park in Brighton.

The award-winning musical Chicago, set in the 1920s, visits Theatre Royal Brighton as part of its UK and Ireland tour.

The Bootleg Beatles perform their 'ICONIC' tour featuring re-enactments of legendary Beatles performances with a live orchestra.

Guided walking tours of Brighton, exploring its history, culture, and 'secret city' sites, led by accredited Blue Badge guides.

From the Jam perform classic hits by The Jam, featuring Russell Hastings and celebrating the band's legacy with high-energy live performances.

Indie rock bands Bloc Party and Interpol co-headline a two-night residency at The Brighton Centre, celebrating 20 years of their seminal albums.

The classic rock revivalists The Darkness perform as part of their 'Bands of Brothers Arena Tour' with support from Brothers Osborne and A.

Brighton Theatre Group presents the classic family musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the historic Theatre Royal.

One-day Ska, Reggae, and Soul music festival featuring live bands, DJs, merchandise, and record stalls on Brighton Beach. 18+ event.

Massive R&B music party focusing on 90s and 2000s old-school anthems, featuring live artists and a festival atmosphere.

Award-winning comedian Russell Howard brings his new worldwide stand-up tour, 'Don’t Tell The Algorithm', to Brighton Dome for two days.

Brighton's own grunge rock/dark pop band Yonaka performs live at Concorde 2. Age restriction 14+.

The longest-running comedy night at Komedia Brighton, showcasing the best new female and non-binary stand-up talent. Ages 18+.

The next chapter in the history of one of Britain's biggest ever pop bands, featuring the original members.

Indie rock band The Maccabees headline the On The Beach 2026 festival series on Brighton Beach, promising their 'best show ever'.

Scotland's unforgettable musical twins, The Proclaimers, return to the stage with their singalong Caledonian anthems and classic hits.

A series of nine free digital history walking tours created by QueenSpark Books, exploring Brighton's social history through local memories and available continuously via smartphone.

A spectacular feel-good Christmas concert featuring festive classics, a live band, and dazzling visuals at the Brighton Centre.

Guided tours of the unique WWII air raid shelter beneath Downs Junior School, participating in the annual Heritage Open Days.

Sibling rock band The Molotovs perform their debut album 'Wasted On Youth' live at Chalk, Brighton, as part of their 'Welcome To Urbia' tour.

Legendary British punk rock band UK Subs perform live at Chalk, bringing their raw energy and classic hits like 'Stranglehold' to Brighton.

A free, family-friendly public art trail featuring over 30 BookBenches designed by local artists across Brighton & Hove, raising funds for Amaze charity.

Gary Delaney performs his new stand-up comedy tour, 'Gary on Laughing', featuring new jokes and 'splendid filth'. Age guidance 16+.

Fabulous drag brunch hosted by Boss featuring 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, food, and entertainment at Komedia Brighton. Strictly 18+.

Primetime Emmy Nominee Michelle Wolf performs stand-up comedy as part of her 'Best Job in the World' tour.

Irish pop superstars Westlife bring their 25: The Anniversary Tour to the Brighton Centre, performing a set of euphoric, hit-filled songs spanning their 25-year career.

Enthralling family fun, featuring Bill Bailey's unique blend of comedy, musical virtuosity, and surreal observations.

A gloriously chaotic comedy bingo and bottomless brunch session, featuring 90 minutes of unlimited selected drinks, brunch, and a post-show DJ set.

The 21st anniversary of the iconic Mod Weekender organised by The New Untouchables, featuring music, fashion, and the famous scooter run across Brighton.

A gloriously chaotic comedy bingo and bottomless brunch session featuring Bogan Bingo, 90 minutes of unlimited drinks, food, and an 80s/90s afterparty.

Daytime comedy club featuring top UK acts performing adult material, specifically designed for parents to bring babies under 15 months.

Late-night Indie Rock club event in Brighton featuring a Valentines Traffic Light Party theme (18+). Expect indie bangers, pop rock, and glowsticks. Tickets £3-£8.

Alan Carr returns to the stage with his stand-up show, sharing personal stories about dating, showbiz green rooms, and the Traitors turret.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Pearly Cow, Brighton, with a luxurious multi-course dinner. Two sittings are available, including a late sitting (£135 pp) with a midnight toast.
The big finale of Brighton's popular musical bingo drag night, featuring Ophelia Payne, followed by a late-night beach terrace party.

A live stage show featuring historical figures and 3D special effects, bringing the history of Egypt to life for the whole family.

The UK's original and favourite family science show, Brainiac Live, is back, featuring explosive experiments, liquid nitrogen clouds, and live stunts.

Comedian Phil Wang returns with his new stand-up show 'Uh Oh', discussing the 'Vibe Shift' and affirming that 'the right thing is fashionable'. The show is full of wisdom and humour.

Brighton's new monthly Reggae Dance Party club night featuring Reggae, Roots, Ska, Rocksteady and Lovers Rock.

The award-winning Blindboy Podcast performs live, featuring host Blindboy Boatclub in conversation with a special surprise guest.

Intensive five-day stand-up comedy course hosted by renowned instructor Jill Edwards at Komedia, Brighton, aimed at beginners and new comedians aged 18+.

A very special acoustic show featuring Mark Morriss and Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones, performing hits like 'Slight Return' and 'Bluetonic'.

Award-winning stand-up and sketch comedy show featuring top acts, adapted for children aged 6+ and their families, without the rude bits.

British indie pop band Saint Etienne perform their final UK tour concert in Brighton, celebrating 35 years and their final album 'International'. An After Party is also scheduled.

Olivier award-nominated live stage show featuring puppets of Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli, based on an original story by Joe Brumm.

Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds performs his genre-bending music in an interactive concert where the audience requests songs by throwing paper airplanes onto the stage.

A musical theatre experience featuring CBeebies' stars Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends, brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and enchanting music. The show is 'Igglepiggle’s Busy Day!' and lasts under an hour.

The epitome of the Britpop/rock mod revivalist movement, Ocean Colour Scene, celebrates the 30th Anniversary of their classic album 'Moseley Shoals' with special guests The Enemy.

Spellbound hosts an Alternative 80s New Year's Eve party at Komedia, featuring DJs Simon Price and Jayney BlamBlam playing Goth, Post-Punk, and New Wave classics.

Live stand-up comedy show featuring top acts Jeff Innocent and Zoe (Nicola Mantalios) at the award-winning Komedia Brighton. Strictly 18+.

Award-winning, feel-good, fast-paced night of stand-up comedy featuring rising stars and a top headline comic at Komedia Brighton. Strictly 18+.

Comedian Michael Spicer brings his new satirical stage show, Hope All's Well, to The Old Market in Brighton.

Award-winning queer and alternative comedy night, winner of the Chortle Award for Best Comedy Format 2024, featuring stand-ups, drag acts, and alternative comedy. Ages 18+.

The UK's longest-running comedy night showcasing new female and non-binary stand-up talent. Ages 18+.

Michael Ball, Britain's leading musical theatre star and multi-platinum artist, performs his 'Glow UK Tour' concert coinciding with the release of his 23rd album.