October Unpacked: Arts & Culture

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+

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

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).

Trauma Industrial Complex Live: Orwell Prize-winning author, BAFTA and RTS-winning documentary maker, and former BBC Reith Lecturer Darren McGarvey brings his acclaimed Fringe show to Hove. Bold, compassionate, and unflinchingly honest.

Brighton Makers Market: The last Brighton Makers Market of the season is coming to Jubilee Square! Discover a vibrant mix of indie makers, artists, designers & foodies, and shop small while supporting brilliant local businesses.

ZINE SANDWICH with The Photocopy Club: Join a half-day zine workshop with The Photocopy Club and POST for Photoworks Festival 2026. Enjoy a local photo walk, build individual / collaborative zines, take your print home, and join a group exhibition. First group - 10am-1pm / Second group 2-5pm / Exhibition - 6pm till 8pm / Group sizes - 8 people per session

Hammer & Tongue Poetry Jam: Open Mic: A free afternoon of spoken word poetry and storytelling at the Fountainhead pub. Sign up to share your words on the mic or sit back with a pint. All levels of experience are welcome. Hosted by Leanne Shorley.

Thirty-Years of the C₆₀ Nobel Prize: A special event celebrating 30 years since University of Sussex Professor Sir Harry Kroto FRS was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the discovery of a new form of carbon: Buckminsterfullerene, C₆₀.

Artist Talk with Artist Holly Birtles: Photographic artist Holly Birtles explores eco-crises, performance and AI, discussing projects including Volcano Motherand Fighting Fish, and her blend of analogue and digital processes.

Hammer & Tongue Poetry Slam: Brighton's longest running spoken word night, featuring headline performances and our legendary poetry slam. Hosted by Leanne Shorley with performances from Dan Culmer, Louise E. Taylor & Sophie Glew.

Craig Revel Horwood: The Book of Panto: Join us for an evening with Olivier-nominated Strictly Judge and bestselling author Craig Revel Horwood! The Book of Panto is a vivid portrait of a centuries-old art form that's proving more popular than ever!

We Were Here - Film screening and Q&A: This documentary sheds light on the overlooked presence of African and Black individuals in Renaissance Europe, highlighting their depiction in masterpieces by some of the era’s most celebrated artists.

Listening Club: Glitter and be Gay: Joanna MacGregor delves into the music of BPO's October concert, The Stravinsky Connection. With visual examples and live piano, this informal talk will give you a new way of listening to Mozart and Stravinsky.

Your Projects - Your Lives: An evening of “Discovery” for artists and creatives: meet others, share ideas, explore creative challenges and find out about our monthly Crit & Creative Support sessions, with drinks and Between exhibition.

Crying into Bins: 20 years in hospitality – a cathartically funny poetical memoir. From the food waste bin into which her friend had a nervous breakdown, Lia tries to make sense of the twenty years she spent serving people

The Sussex Peasants Big Autumn Markets return this October with a celebration of Sussex seasonal food, farming and community. Taking place At St George's Church, Kemptown, bringing together Sussex farmers.

Create a Needle Felted Animal Workshop: Discover the fascinating art of needle felting and learn how to transform soft wool fibres into a unique three-dimensional animal sculpture. This workshop is perfect for beginner, and all materials are included

Peach & Ember: The Autumn Edit: Discover Peach & Ember's Autumn Edit: a curated collection of preloved fashion in the heart of Seven Dials. Drop in, browse new-season finds and enjoy a little fizz while you shop. Free entry, no booking.  

Beau-Events Art and Makers Market: Come along to Jubilee Square on October 10th between 11am-5pm to discover over 40 incredibly talented artists and makers, from illustration to jewellery, photography, painting, ceramics, cakes, and much more!

Make Your Own Halloween Gonk: Get into the spooky spirit and create your very own fabric Halloween Gonk – a quirky little character with plenty of personality! No previous crafting experience is needed, and all materials included.

Deviants Market: Deviants Market presents Deviant Becomes Her; a queer 18+ alternative market. Expect to see a variety of LGBTQIA+ small businesses, help raise money for trans* fundraisers and potentially win some raffle prizes.

Raku pottery workshop in the woods: Experience the magic of pottery and fire at our full-day raku workshop in beautiful East Sussex woodland. Suitable for beginners & experienced potters, you will come away with a stunning pot and tile.

Mouth Painting Class: Explore the playful possibilities of mouth painting with artist Nu Goose. Learn about disability art, experiment with painting using your body, and create your own canvas in this inclusive, hands-on workshop.

BFI Amplified: Ish (15): BFI Amplified screening of Ish, following two 12-year-old friends navigating friendship, growing up and the fallout of a police stop and search. Plus there’ll be a bespoke mix by Brighton DJs Radio Calais.

Zentangle – Mindful Drawing Workshop: Take a mindful break — like yoga, but with a pen. In this calming Zentangle workshop, you’ll discover how simple, repeated patterns can help you slow down, switch off, and find focus. All materials included.

Black is Beautiful: TARA Films and POST present Black is Beautiful at Brighton & Hove Doc Club. Part of Photoworks Festival 2026, the screening explores Kwame Brathwaite’s story, with a live filmmaker Q&A.

On the Sea and Grief: WRAP is honoured to invite you to a reflective, intimate discussion around grief, the sea and creative exploration of healing with Wendy Pye, founder of Luna Arts and artists Carrie Stanley and Elena Stevanoska.

Art of Suminagashi Marbling: Discover Suminagashi, the Japanese art of marbling with floating ink. Learn how to create beautiful swirling patterns on water, then capture your unique designs on paper to take home. No experience needed.

Through the Night Door: Join Scarlet Ostick for a playful shadow puppet workshop. Make your own puppet to take home, then bring it to life through fun improvisation and performance as the sun sets on the beautiful Book of Shadows stag

Ukraine: Life Un/Broken: Support Ukraine at an exhibition launch with artists Igor Chekachkov & Dasha Tenditna. Explore photography and film, including Nation on Fire, documenting the war and its human cost.

Seaglass Jewellery Workshop: Make your own seaglass and sterling silver ring or pendant! Suitable for beginners, I will provide you with as much or little support as you need. Sessions are in a small group of up to 6 participants.

Feeling the SEA? Monoprinting Workshop: Artist Lucinda Button will host a mono-printing workshop based on how to connect your feelings with the sea. Learn fundamental mono-printing techniques and simple hand stitch to create your own mixed media art.

Half-day pottery taster workshop: Get creative and give pottery a try at this half-day hand-building workshop. Relax in our small and friendly studio, and our expert tutor will guide you to make a mug, salt-pig, oil burner, vase or plant pot.

Rebecca Wheatley: A Woman's Touch: Through a sparkling cabaret of songs and personal stories, Rebecca Wheatley says the things we all feel but aren’t supposed to admit about romance, childbirth, menopause and caring for elderly relatives.

Sicily and Sardinia: A performance: Daniele Marzeddu’s Films of Sicily and Sardinia follows D.H. Lawrence's footsteps, featuring an original soundtrack by composer Michele Bertoni. A stunning Mediterranean cinematic and musical journey.

POST x Photoworks Photobook Club: Join artist Amin Yousefi at POST x Photoworks Photobook Club to explore Ibrahem Hasan’s Yesterday, Come Closer, a photobook examining Palestinian memory, home, displacement and resistance.

Limbo (12A) + live oud performance: Ben Sharrock’s poignant film Limbo follows a young Syrian musician awaiting his asylum decision on a remote Scottish island. The evening features a live oud performance by Brighton-based musician Alaa Wehbi.

Crochet a Pumpkin Workshop: Get cosy and crochet your own charming pumpkin! Learn the techniques needed to create a colourful autumn decoration to take home. Perfect for those with a little crochet experience looking to build their skills

Meditative Painting & Sound Healing: Join Magdalena Reising and Helen Nestor for an evening of meditative painting and sound healing. Respond to harp, voice and singing bowls while creating your own artwork. No painting experience needed.

Introduction to Linocut Printing: Discover the art of linocut printing. Learn how to create a simple design, safely carve your lino block, apply ink and hand-print your image. A fun, hands-on introduction that's perfect for beginners.

Charlotte Tilbury - Brush Along: Join Charlotte Tilbury Brighton for an exclusive Brush Along Masterclass. Learn professional tips and techniques to recreate the signature look, with refreshments and a goody bag included. Limited spaces!

Tide & Place: Artists in Conversation: How can creative practice shape our relationship with the environment? Hear from six contemporary artists and educators, connect with local creatives and explore the 'Tide and Place' exhibition at WRAP.

Bird Bath: For one day only during Dreamy Place, Bird Bath will bring the sounds of Sussex nature reserves and recovery sites to Attenborough Centre. Come for as long as you like and soak in the magic of nature’s song.

Kokedama: Learn the Japanese art of kokedama with Bear. Create your own living moss-wrapped orchid using roots, moss and thread, then take home your finished sculptural plant. A slow, hands-on and meditative workshop.

The Passion of Remembrance (15): Maureen Blackwood & Isaac Julien’s striking visual mosaic explores the complexity of Black British experience, revealing intersections of race, class, gender and sexuality. Selected by Fresh Perspectives.

FOCAL POINT workshop: Focal Point is an intensive one-day photography workshop designed to help you get unstuck. Bring a project you’re struggling with and receive expert critique to help refine, edit and move it forward.

Mosaic Making Workshop: Join artists Karen Francesca and Scarlet Ostick for a hands-on mosaic workshop. Design and make your own mosaic to take home, with all materials and tools provided and guidance throughout. No experience needed.

Flower Bouquet Making Class: Learn to create a beautiful hand-tied bouquet using seasonal blooms at this relaxed, two-hour workshop. Master floral arranging, flower care and styling with expert guidance, then take home your finished bouquet.

Sunday Brunch - Charlotte Tilbury: Join Charlotte Tilbury Brighton for an exclusive Sunday Brunch Masterclass, featuring a live makeup demonstration, expert tips, refreshments and an exclusive goody bag. Spaces are limited, so book your place.

Pinhole Camera Workshop: Join pinhole and alternative photography expert Justin Quinnell for a one-day practical workshop exploring alternative photographic processes, including use of electronic flash and turmeric photography.

INDEPENDENT MAGAZINES POP UPS: Independent magazines are coming to Brighton. Cover Story is popping up across the city with the best in fashion, art, music, culture and niche print. Come browse and discover something new in person.

Last Swim (15): On results day, 18-year-old Iranian-British Ziba plans a summer celebration with friends on London’s streets. But secrets and fears surface in this vibrant, freewheeling portrait of youth, hope and growing up.

Self-massage, breath & bodywork: Join Bear for a gentle somatic bodywork session exploring breathwork, stretching and techniques to ease tension, calm the nervous system and support your spine, hips and shoulders. Take practical tools home.

Thursday Night: It’s Halloween and Aether’s party is set. Costumes, drinks and a local park are ready. But when everything starts going wrong, a teenage night out descends into a madcap, hilarious chaos.

Introduction to Digital Photography: This entry-level guide to Digital Photography will explore the basic functions of a camera. Whether beginner or refresher, this course will help you see your camera as a tool and not something to be afraid of.

Beau-Events Art & Makers Market: Come along to the Brighton Unitarian on New Road October 31st 11am-5pm for a spooktacular Art & Makers Market, meet over 50 talented artists and makers, enjoy coffee & cake, and add to your art collection!