The Story Trail
The Story Trail: Amaze, your local charity supporting families with disabled children brings you The Story Trail—a free, fun and family-friendly adventure. Explore our 74 BookBench sculptures across the city until 8 Nov.
Free
17 events found.
Events for 1 October 2026
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OCTOBER UNPACKED: The Taste Trail
OCTOBER UNPACKED: The Taste Trail: No tricks, just treats this October! As part of October Unpacked 2026, selected restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars across central Brighton will be serving up some special tasters and added value treats throughout the whole month. This could be a small taster portion from their food or drink menu, an October Unpacked 'Special' or maybe buy something and get something extra for free. It's easy; no tickets, wristbands or special codes to show; all payment is made directly to the venue. Follow @octoberunpacked on Instagram for updates and look out for the October Unpacked Taste Taste posters in participating venues.
Free
Ongoing
The Presence of Absence
The Presence of Absence: An upholsterer, a contemporary surrealist, a painter and a photographer will come together for a two-week interactive exhibition at Brighton’s Regency Townhouse in September 2026. “Your absence is a presence. Who knew an empty space could take up so much room.” Jacqueline Simon Gunn It began with an empty chair, that holds the narrative of those who once sat in it and the comfort or pain that represents; that the absence of someone is as real and as meaningful as their presence. At the heart of this exhibition are 4 vintage chairs; a collaboration between Frances Bloomfield and Emily Beaumont. The chairs will explore the concepts of memory, healing, secrets and retreat. “A chair replaces the presence of someone by holding their absence.” Doris Salcedo “Influenced by Jean-Paul Sartre’s study on Being and Nothingness, we wanted to explore the concept that absence is a very real and substantial being.” Frances Bloomfield Jo Hathaway’s work on memory and reflection bring colour and light and the internal, abstract experience of the theme; Nick Bowman’s photographs each tell their own story of light, nature and the impact of revelation and obscurity, alongside additional work by Frances Bloomfield and Emily […]
Looking For Trouble
Looking For Trouble: Exhibition of original artworks by Dylan Moran. Brand new drawings inspired by his up coming European tour. Observational musings on life and love... and cats and space. See the tour, see the exhibition. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Free
Brighton Chocolate Tour
Brighton Chocolate Tour: Ditch boring candy bars! Devour 4 legendary local chocolate creations on a 1.5-hour Brighton walking tour that is a total feast. Built for every single chocoholic, this really is the ultimate sweet escape!
£35.00
Brighton Walking Food Tour
Brighton Walking Food Tour: Forget sit-down dinners! Devour 4 epic indie street eats on a 1.5hr Brighton walk that makes a full meal. Built for meat lovers & fully suitable for vegans, everyone wins! Hit the city's top hidden gems.
£45.00
Kindling Midweek Meat Feast for 2
Kindling Midweek Meat Feast for 2: For October Unpacked, try our Chef's Meat Platter for two: fillet steak, ribeye and lamb chops over natural charcoal, with tenderstem broccoli, mac & cheese, skinny fries and 3 sauces. £82. Mon–Thu in October.
£82.00
OKTOBERFEST at BeerBelly Hove
OKTOBERFEST at BeerBelly Hove: Oktoberfest is coming to Hove! BeerBelly will be decked out in Oktoberfest decs - German Fest beers - including STEINS available of course. Pretzels with beer sauce and sauerkraut, all homemade. Stein holding competitions every Saturday at 7pm. We also will be the only place serving the German "shandy" of Bananaweizens!! Bring your lederhosen and lets drink.
Unlimited Greek Street Food Wednesdays
Join us every Wednesday from 5pm–11pm for an unlimited Greek feast at Nostos Hove! Enjoy as much as you like from a selection of authentic Greek favourites, including: Gyros & Souvlaki & Fresh Salads.
£21.00
Collage Club at Jubilee Library
Collage Club at Jubilee Library: Join local collage legends Cult Milk for a new, free Collage Club at the library. Mindful making, cut and pasting with recycled books and magazines to help boost your mood and connect with others. For age 18+
Free
Radiohead X Nosferatu
Radiohead X Nosferatu Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music to bring audiences a unique big screen experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience this imaginative new take on an iconic horror film. Adult £15.85, Child £3, Student £14.35, Over-60s £14.35
£15.85
Charlotte Tilbury – Blue Light Masterclass
Charlotte Tilbury - Blue Light Masterclass: Discover the iconic Charlotte Tilbury look with expert tips, live demonstrations, refreshments and an exclusive goody bag. Plus, Blue Light card holders can enjoy 20% off (T&Cs apply).
Selected 16
Selected 16: A screening of bold new artists’ moving image from across the UK. Selected 16 presents a vibrant collection of nine new short films by some of the most exciting and talented early career artists working today.
£5
Strictly Dan – Playing the music of Steely Dan
Strictly Dan - Playing the music of Steely Dan: Back at the Brunswick Hove again. Strictly Dan are learning new songs to play live to our favourite people. Come see us at this cozy venue in Hove. We have had 2 standing ovations this year, could we end the year on another?
Early Music Open Mic
Early Music Open Mic: A relaxed early music open mic and jam session with Emily Baines. Come to listen, or sign up to take part. All are welcome, whether you have a song or piece to share (alone or with a group) or just to listen!
Jo Bannon: The Dirty Work
Jo Bannon: The Dirty Work: Peek behind the velvet curtain of The Dirty Work, a new solo performance by Jo Bannon blending the trickery of magic - white rabbits, magic wands, puffs of smoke - with the lived experience of visual impairment
£15.00
NOT A BAND: THEME-A-GEDDON!
NOT A BAND: THEME-A-GEDDON!: A joyous celebration of the golden age of 80's and 90's TV and Film Theme tunes, played live by a four piece band. Expect Knightrider, The A Team, Baywatch, Only Fools & Horses, Dangerzone and many many more.
£16