23-24 July 2026
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Celebrating live music, culture and the arts all year round. From music gigs, comedy and theatre at iconic venues like the Dome to outdoor festivals, exhibitions and film screenings, Discover Brighton brings you curated listings to keep you connected to the city’s creative scene. Explore art galleries, street art, cultural events, family-friendly activities and LGBTQ+ events, including Pride, Brighton Festival and Brighton Fringe. With a trusted city guide, calendar, reviews and ticket information, Discover makes it easy to plan what to do in the city and experience landmark attractions such as the Royal Pavilion, Palace Pier, i360 and the Lanes shopping.
Features
Madness: Madrophenia
Madness Madrophenia 23-24 July 2026 | On The Beach If there’s a band that bottles the beautifully chaotic essence of British life and shakes it up with a ska beat, it’s Madness. Equal parts mischief, melody and...
Liberty Music PR festival performers
Liberty Music PR Festival performers This month’s featured artists will be performing at some of UK’s most eclectic festivals in 2026 Molly Gone Mad are a taste-led, groove-driven outfit crafting music...
Summer in residency at Concorde 2
Summer in residency at Concorde 2 Summer is always in residency at Concorde 2. This Victorian seaside promenade holds the history of dance music within its walls. Born from one of Brighton’s biggest parties and a...
Dave Clarke: Interview
Dave Clarke Interview | The pioneering electronic music DJ, producer and radio presenter talks homecoming, dance music culture and an enduring influence on the underground. in association with City Wall Records This...
Land Beyond Festival 2026
Land Beyond Festival If your May bank holiday plans are looking a little too civilised, Land Beyond Festival 2026 is here to politely (read: aggressively) shake things up! Landing on Sun 24 May, this one-day...
Beer & Cider Raceday Brighton Racecourse
Beer & Cider Raceday Perched high above the city with sweeping scenic views, Brighton Racecourse sets the scene for one of May’s most easy-going, sun-soaked socials: The Beer and Cider Festival Raceday. Taking...
Brighton Festival 2026
Brighton Festival 2026 Get ready, Brighton, festival season is about to hit a major milestone. Brighton Festival 2026 returns from 1–25 May with its most ambitious programme yet, celebrating an incredible 60 years...
Claudia: Finding her voice
Claudia: Finding her voice | Emerging artist claudia opens up about growth and finding her voice through her debut single ‘think twice’. Releasing your first single and putting your music out into the world can be a...
The Old Market Brighton
The Old Market Brighton: Of Land, Sea and Sky This May, The Old Market unveils a powerful new offering as part of Brighton Festival, unveiling ‘Of Land, Sea and Sky’, a three-week programme of immersive, sensory and...
Brighton Fringe highlights 2026
Brighton Fringe 2026 Brighton Fringe unveils its spectacular 2026 line-up of comedy, theatre and dance for its 21st year. Brighton, brace yourself: the glorious chaos that is Brighton Fringe is back, and for its...
Mediterranean-inspired meals
One sauce, three Mediterranean-inspired meals Batch cooking is a great way to save time and money, but it can sometimes feel uninspiring if you’re eating the same thing all week. This versatile,...
Nostos Restaurant Brighton review
Nostos Restaurant Brighton Review For me, Greek dining conjures images of clinking glasses, generous plates laden with vibrant flavours and that unmistakable Mediterranean welcome. A recent meal at Nostos delivered...
Sussex Butterfly Gardens
Sussex Butterfly Gardens at One Garden Brighton This May, a quietly magical new experience unfolds within the grounds of One Garden Brighton, as the Sussex Butterfly Gardens open their doors and invite visitors into...
Guide Dogs volunteers
Guide Dogs volunteers | Guide Dogs calls for volunteers in Sussex to help care for adorable puppies like Gus and Atlas An appeal has been launched in Sussex, calling for volunteers to help raise guide dog puppies...
Flying Circus Art Fair May 2026
Flying Circus Art Fair | Get ready Brighton, something BIG is rolling into town! Housed within the beautiful Brighton Unitarian Church, local artists Jessie-Marie (BeauBottletops/Beau-Events) and Bobby Dazzler are...
Great Escape Festival Soundwaves stage
Discover Brighton Magazine to Sponsor BIMM Soundwaves stage at Great Escape Festival Discover Brighton is taking centre stage at this year’s Great Escape Festival 2026 and it’s easily one of the most exciting...
Festival recovery top tips
Festival Recovery Festival season is brilliant while you’re in it, but the real skill is how you recover afterwards. Between late nights, loud sets and questionable life choices, your body inevitably takes a hit....
Lucy Davies CEO of Brighton Festival
Lucy Davies Brighton Festival With festival season finally here, this month we chat to Lucy Davies, CEO of Brighton Dome and Brighton Festival. Tell us about your personal journey to becoming Brighton Festival...
Festival Essentials for this season
Festival Essentials Festival season is almost upon us and for many it’s the opportunity to lose yourself to a weekend of pure unadulterated hedonism as you escape the responsibilities of adult life. Whether you’re a...
Lucky Beach Café Brighton: Review
Lucky Beach Brighton Sun-soaked dining by the sea POV: You have an ice-cold Aperol Spritz in hand, as the warm sea breeze caresses your skin. You gaze out at crystalline waves rolling over the pebbles. Life is good....
SpiegelGardens Brighton
SpiegelGardens Brighton returns The glitter, the glamour, the gloriously unhinged energy of springtime in Brighton can mean only one thing: SpiegelGardens is back, and it’s ready to take over your May. Returning as...
MCM Comic Con London
MCM Comic Con London Comic Con is where superfans bring their favourite comic book heroes and screen icons vividly to life, a cosplay celebration like no other. Here, Spider-Man mingles with Gandalf, while Wonder...
Ben Sherman SS26 Tailoring
Ben Sherman SS26 Tailoring Arrives in Brighton: Mods, Seafront Style and a Father’s Day Treats. Brighton has always had a soft spot for sharp dressing. Maybe it’s the sea breeze, maybe it’s the swagger, or maybe...
Sussex Gardens Landmark Events
Sussex Gardens Landmark Events 2026 Record displays and landmark events make 2026 a standout year for Sussex gardens From 1.4 million bulbs at Arundel Castle to landmark anniversaries at Nymans and Borde...
What’s On Brighton April 2026
What's on Brighton April 2026 Brighton’s April calendar is packed with vibrant events spanning music, comedy, theatre, arts, food, and family experiences, making it the perfect month to explore the city’s cultural...
The Maccabees: On The Beach 2026
The Maccabees - On The Beach 2026 The Maccabees were once reportedly banned from playing Brighton after a chaotic early gig at Concorde 2. Fans were said to be literally hanging from the ceiling, with...
The Great Escape Festival 2026
The Great Escape Festival 2026: 20 years of musical revelation Two decades in and the Escape is greater than ever. Yet the question remains: who is escaping – and what are we escaping from? A quick Google search...
David Bowie: You’re Not Alone
David Bowie: You’re Not Alone at London Lightroom Opens 22 Apr Be transported into the many worlds of David Bowie. Through iconic performances, rarely-seen interviews and never-before-exhibited material,...
Sean Alexander: Cooler than you
Sean Alexander - Cooler than you This month we chat to Sean Alexander, a stylist with 19 years in the game and zero interest in playing it safe. Known for fearless colour and sharp cuts that accentuate, Sean...
Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays
Shaun Ryder Celebrating 35 years of Pills ‘n’ Thrills and Bellyaches The Happy Mondays breakthrough album Pills ’n’ Thrills and Bellyaches turns 35 and a gig is scheduled at Brighton Dome on 2 April as part...
Charleston Festival 2026: 13-25 May
Charleston Festival 2026: 13-25 MAY There aren’t many places where art, ideas, debate, family fun, comedy and creative workshops collide, but Charleston Festival 2026 is one of them. From May 13–25, the...
Kenny Tutt at One Garden Brighton
Masterchef champion Kenny Tutt at One Garden Brighton Step into spring this Easter at One Garden, Stanmer Park, with a host of family-friendly activities. Until 12 Apr, children can enjoy a free Spring Trail,...
Detroit Club Brighton Review
Do you like a substantial pizza base with imaginative toppings and chewy, cheesy edges? Then Detroit Club Brighton definitely needs to be on your radar. Our editor went along to indulge her deep-dish pizza...
Outdoor fitness in Brighton and Hove
Outdoor fitness in Brighton and Hove: The return of warmer weather heralds a nudge to begin exercising outdoors once again and the chance to leave the gym behind in favour of fresh sea air, a healthy dose of...
Dog-friendly pubs Brighton
Dog-friendly pubs Brighton Brighton is a city that loves dogs almost as much as it loves a good pub. After a blustery walk along the beach or a wander through the South Downs, there’s nothing better than...
Halisco Too: Restaurant Review
Halisco Too Review Not to sully Christian theology, but Halisco has recently achieved holy trinity status with three dedicated venues on Preston Street in Brighton. The addition of Halisco Too at the former...
Kids Eat Free Brighton 2026
Kids Eat Free Brighton 2026 Eating out with kids can be expensive, but thankfully some Brighton and Hove venues run generous ‘kids eat free’ promotions that make dining out far more affordable. From relaxed cafés to...
Chocolate Ganache Tart Recipe
Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Ganache Tart, created by Brighton & Hove Food Partnership’s very own community chef Cat Rochefort. Sweet, rich and velvet smooth, with a tasty crunch from the almond praline,...
Palm-oil-free chocolate
Palm-oil-free chocolate in Brighton Palm oil is one of the most widely used vegetable oils in the world, appearing in everything from biscuits and cosmetics to chocolate bars. But the environmental cost of producing...
Brighton Rocks: A Hidden Gem
Here at Discover towers we are always on the lookout to bring you the very best hidden gems the city has to offer. With On The Beach festival approaching, we recommend Brighton Rocks as a venue to pre drink or...
Lumi Health Clinic Brighton
Lumi Health Clinic At the heart of Lumi Health Clinic in Brighton are two women passionate about changing how we approach wellbeing in midlife. Clinical lead Beth brings more than two decades of experience...
Spring Makers Fair Brighton
Spring Makers Fair returns bigger than ever Paper Daisy returns to The British Engineerium this May for its Grand Spring Makers Fair, which will also feature Sussex Distillers Festival! An exciting...
Jules Emporium: Eclectic and unique
Jules Emporium sits proudly on New Road in Brighton and has become a haven for independent creativity. Home to more than 50 artists and makers, the much-loved shop is known for its carefully curated selection of...
Liberty Music PR: Kripa and Clarity
Liberty Music PR ones to watch: Kripa and Clarity At Discover Brighton, we’re lucky to work with some brilliant creative partners across the city – and Liberty PR is no exception. Known for championing...
Celebrating 50 Editions of Discover
Celebrating 50 editions of Discover Reaching the 50th print edition of Discover Brighton feels like a moment to pause and say a heartfelt thank you to the city that made it all possible. When we first launched...
Introducing DJ Isla Grace
On a busy dancefloor at Concorde2, DJ Isla Grace steps behind the decks to open the night. Just months earlier she had been practising mixes in her bedroom; now she’s warming up crowds at one of Brighton’s...
Foodies Festival Returns
Foodies Festival returns to Brighton for an unforgettable May Bank Holiday weekend, bringing together the UK’s biggest celebration of food, drink and live music in the heart of Preston Park – and celebrating its...
Mischa Barton – Double Indemnity
Mischa Barton - Double Indemnity at Theatre Royal Brighton 10th-14th March A thrilling masterpiece of murder, deceit, and mystery. One of the greatest crime novels of the 20th Century comes to life on stage...
Arundel Castle’s Medieval Festival
15th Century family fun at Arundel Castle’s Medieval Festival One of the South East’s largest historical re-enactment events will return this spring as Arundel Castle hosts its annual Medieval Festival – A...
Fiddlers Elbow Street Party 2026
Fri 14th - Sat 15th Mar @Fiddlers Elbow It wouldn’t be St Patrick’s Day without attempting to get a pint of the black stuff from The Fiddlers Elbow. Expect traditional Irish celebrations with music galore and drinks...
5 ways to make your bananas zero waste
5 ways to make your bananas zero waste There’s more to zero waste than banana bread. Turn your extra bananas into delicious pancakes, use the skins to nourish your plants or even make a delicious pickle. 1. Banana...
What’s on Brighton March 2026
What's on Brighton March 2026 Events - the best events in the city this month March brings the promise of warmer weather and longer evenings as Brighton breaks its winter slumber. There is much to look forward to...
Annie Mac Before Midnight / Interview
Annie Mac Before Midnight at Quarters Brighton Annie Mac’s dazzling 20-year career as a broadcaster, DJ and now bestselling author has seen her continually evolve without ever losing sight of what matters. Ahead of...
Pool Valley: New management
Pool Valley Brighton - Under new management An old name takes an innovative approach to an old game with new leadership: Pool Valley is back. Here’s an insight into the inner workings of the independent student-led...
Liberty Music PR March 2026
Liberty Music PR March 2026 International Women’s Day always brings a quieter kind of reflection for me. Not the polished version we see online, but the real one that lives somewhere between nursery drop-offs,...
Schiaparelli Fashion Becomes Art
Schiaparelli Fashion Becomes Art London is gearing up for one of THE most exciting fashion exhibitions of 2026. From 28 March until early November, the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington will present...
The Labyrinth in Concert
The Labyrinth in Concert: Tue 14 April | The Brighton Centre On Tuesday 14 April, the Brighton Centre will host Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert, a unique, immersive celebration of the beloved 1986 musical...
PURESEOUL: Korean sheet masks
PURESEOUL - Demystifying Korean sheet masks and the ‘glass skin’ trend Korean skincare is not just trending, it has fundamentally shifted how we care about our skin. Have you ever wandered into PURESEOUL in Brighton...
Crossbar Sports Bar Brighton
Crossbar Brighton - The UK’s first dedicated women’s sports bar Brighton made sporting history. On February 6, when Crossbar Brighton opened on Upper North Street as the UK’s first dedicated women’s sports bar – and...
Mother’s Day Brighton 2026
Mother’s Day Brighton 2026 If you’re looking to celebrate Mother’s Day in Brighton and Hove with something a little more memorable than the usual lunch booking, the city offers a creative mix of workshops, family...
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