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Your inclusive guide to Brighton and Hove, delivering information through engaging articles, features and reviews. From what’s on and upcoming events to in-depth interviews, the platform celebrates music, culture and arts across the city. Expect expert band, concert and theatre coverage, plus wellbeing insights and local highlights you won’t find elsewhere. We also showcase celebrity interviews alongside grassroots creativity, offering balanced guides for residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re seeking concerts, exhibitions or hidden gems, we keep you informed, inspired and connected to the vibrant Brighton and Hove scene, daily updates. For what’s on events click here.
Mid Street Lab: Altruistic Art
Altruistic Art: two years, two spaces, one purpose. A community rising - Mid Street Lab Two years ago, Mid Street Lab began as a tiny, improvised experiment. A borrowed corner of east...
Brighton Open Market – Shop Local
Shop local: Make shopping at Brighton Open Market your new year’s resolution Right in the heart of Brighton’s London Road community, you’ll find a market like no other buzzing with life,...
Liberty Music PR – bands to watch out for January
January and the artists who will shape my year - Liberty Music PR January has been a gentle landing back into real life. It is also the moment in the year when I feel most excited about...
What’s on at One Garden Brighton
What’s on at One Garden Brighton: January and early February 2026 The new year brings a sense of calm to One Garden Brighton, making it the perfect time to reset, wander and enjoy a few...
The Regency Tavern
The Regency Tavern – lunch that won’t break the bank It’s January (meh) but fear not, we have unearthed one of the best-value and most delicious lunch deals (yay)… Situated a stone’s...
Seafront dining tour
Seafront dining tour: Winter indulgence by the sea Brighton’s iconic seafront isn’t just about pebble beaches and lively bars to be enjoyed during the summer. It’s also a haven for food...
Wild Wellbeing Winter Walks
A refreshing winter walk can be the perfect palate cleanser during the winter season. What better place for a winter walk than at Brighton’s very own rewilding project, Wilding Waterhall....
Sense by Sim
Sense by Sim Brighton: Reawaken your intuition For more than two decades, Simone lived deep in the adrenaline-fuelled world of PR and marketing. “I went to uni for it, built a career,...
Breathe Wellbeing Brighton
A sanctuary for body and mind: welcome to Breathe Wellbeing Brighton Situated on Church Street in the creative heart of Brighton’s North Laine, Breathe Wellbeing is more than a spa, it’s a...
The Life Reset Coach Brighton
Coping with life overwhelm: The Life Reset Coach Brighton For many of us, life can feel louder, faster and increasingly difficult to manage. We spoke with Connor, founder of The Life Reset...
The Hair Salon – New year, new era
A new year, a new era: The Hair Salon Brighton Stepping into The Hair Salon on Blatchington Road in Hove always feels makes you feel lighter – it’s a relaxed, welcoming space where the...
Good Vibe Choir: Held together in harmony
The Good Vibe Choir To understand the Good Vibe Choir, start with one song – their rendition of Lou Reed’s ‘Perfect Day’. In the original, its romantic lyrics are tinged with one soul’s...
Dry January: 10 things to do in Brighton
10 Dry January Things To Do in Brighton (2026 Edition) From luxurious mocktails to artisan hot chocolates, here are ten brilliant Dry January ideas to keep your social life thriving with zero...
Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk at Doubletree Hilton Brighton Review Pantomime is a much-loved Christmas tradition, bringing families and friends together over the festive season and Brighton...
Boundless and National Art Pass
Save on Sussex cultural visits with Boundless and National Art Pass Sussex’s public servants can now enjoy free and half-price entry to galleries, museums and historic houses in the area and...
The PRam Diaries
This month has been brought to you by the lurgy. The kind of bug that turns your baby into a clingy, wheezy, wide-eyed koala who refuses to sleep anywhere except on your actual face. I have had...
Komedia – Ring in 2026
Four ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Komedia If there’s one place that knows how to throw a party, it’s Komedia. This New Year’s Eve, Brighton’s favourite live entertainment venue is pulling...
Looking for a crowd-pleaser this festive season?
Celebrate with ethical gifts & food that give back this winter and spread the happiness. Trying to satisfy everyone during the holidays can feel like a minefield. The Brighton & Hove...
Pull & Pump: A Brighton classic reborn
There’s something deeply satisfying about a pub that remembers what it really is. After a few years of reinvention and experimentation under various names, (most recently The Cauldron),...
The Great Christmas Feast
London’s iconic Christmas experience returns after seven sold-out years. Travel back in time to Charles Dickens’ house and witness the moment A Christmas Carol was born. A night of Victorian...
Christmas in Brighton: 10 Festive Things To Do
Brighton truly comes alive at Christmas, from cosy igloos on the iconic seafront to the twinkling lights and the smell of mulled wine in the stunning Lanes. There’s an unmistakable mix of...
Hot Yoga South
Turning up the heat in Portslade Tucked away on Franklin Road in Portslade, Hot Yoga South is more than just a yoga studio, it’s a warm, welcoming sanctuary where sweat, strength and serenity...
Elf’s Wonderland at Stanmer House
Step into the magic of the festive season this December with the enchanting Elf’s Wonderland at Stanmer House, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Stanmer Park, Brighton. This year, the...
One Garden Brighton: events in December
As December unfolds at One Garden Brighton in Stanmer Park, the garden transforms into a warm and immersive space of seasonal celebration, where shopping, eating and thoughtfully curated events...
Resident Music
A truly independent record shop in the North Laine In record shop land, every day is like Christmas if you love spending time browsing the racks, absorbing the vibes, and chatting to the folks...
Unbothered at Christmas
A Guide to protecting your peace The Christmas season can be a magical time – lights, mulled wine, and the promise of slowing down and celebrating with family and friends. But for many of us, it...
What’s it all about, Alfie?
Alfie Ordinary on ten years of drag, The Big Drag Pageant and playing a cow at Christmas. If you’ve been anywhere near Brighton’s cabaret scene in the past decade, you’ll know the name Alfie...
New Year’s Eve in Brighton 2025
10 Unmissable Ways to Ring in the New Year Brighton really knows how to show up for New Year’s Eve. Whether you’re after dancing till dawn, a relaxed dinner by the sea, or something unique and...
Hove Christmas Trail
Bringing magic to our streets This December, Hove is set to sparkle a little brighter with the launch of the Hove Christmas Trail, a brand-new festive community initiative designed to bring...
Brisa Tapas & Bar
Christmas cheers Tucked away in Bartholomew Square, Brisa Tapas & Bar brings a festive Spanish breeze to Brighton’s Christmas season and its 2025 celebrations prove it’s certainly no...
Hot Rats – Brighton’s basement revival
In a dark Brighton basement only lit by fairylights and the glow of a tape deck, four students strip back their recording process, desperately chasing an authentic sound that’s older than their...
Christmas magic at Jules Emporium
Nestled on Brighton’s vibrant New Road in the theatre district, Jules Emporium has established itself as the go-to destination for quirky, unique, handmade items that will delight your loved...
Mutations Festival 2025
Lost, found and mutating again On the 7–8 November, Brighton once again became the UK’s capital of underground sound as Mutations Festival 2025 brought nearly 100 different bands/artists to nine...
What 2026 will bring for Brighton landlords
As 2025 draws to a close, Brighton’s rental market is entering one of the biggest shifts in over a decade. The long-awaited Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (previously the Renters’ Reform Bill) has now...
Gift ideas
Not sure what to buy this Christmas? We’ve partnered with some of our favourite Brighton and Hove businesses to bring you a curated collection of thoughtful gifts and unforgettable experiences....
The North Star
The UK’s First Pub Training Young People with Learning Disabilities - Team Domenica Opens The North Star in Brighton on 19 November On Wednesday 19 November, Brighton-based charity Team...
The Legends Of Them
BY SUTARA GAYLE AKA LORNA GEE Supported by Arts Council England Developed with the support of the National Theatre’s Generate programme Written and performed by award-winning reggae star,...
City of Stars
Local musical theatre choir featured in Marks & Spencer’s nationwide Christmas campaign Brighton, Sussex – City of Stars, a Sussex-based musical theatre choir, is thrilled to announce that...
Review: The Brighton Imposters Dinner Experience
A Traitors-inspired immersive Christmas party with fine dining, laughter, and festive intrigue. If, like me, you’re utterly obsessed with The Traitors, then this immersive Christmas party...
Brighton Women Artists
Brighton Women Artists Debut Exhibition: CANcELLEd - Adjust the Focus Brighton Women Artists is delighted to announce its debut exhibition, CANcELLEd : Adjust the Focus, sponsored and hosted by...
From Lips to Liberty
Landmark new exhibition explores Passion, Power & Protest at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery Passion, Power & Protest Opens Saturday 25 October 2025 CENTRAL GALLERY, BRIGHTON MUSEUM...
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
Brighton Toy and Model Museum brightens Trafalgar Street again The Brighton Toy and Model Museum, which is currently lighting up the Trafalgar Street underpass with major regeneration works, can...
Lambrini Girls
Fizz, fury and feminism: inside the world of Lambrini Girls There are few bands quite like Lambrini Girls – loud, funny, furiously political and proudly queer. Fronted by vocalist/guitarist...
Brighton, BIMM and creative resistance
“I want to die with memories, not with dreams.” Brighton’s cultural scene thrives on the back of the young people within the creative industries, the city long being synonymous with celebration...
A whole lot of movement: Quarters
Quarters, the city’s hottest new music venue, picked up on what the Brighton club scene was missing before the rest of us even noticed. With killer lighting and clean-cut sound, it is, at its...
Paper Daisy
Why ‘makers’ fairs’ are thriving in the age of online shopping. There is currently quite a buzz around pop-up art, craft and makers’ fairs, with a growing number of people of all ages discovering...
Q&A with Jessie of Beau Events
We chatted to Jessie, curator of Beau Events, makers’ and artist markets based in central Brighton. Tell us a little about your background, are you an artist yourself? I’ve been creating and...
The World’s First Completely AI-Written Pantomime
An hilarious, historic theatre event featuring a star-studded cast of local legends and comedy greats! This January, we are setting the stage for a professional pantomime unlike any other — the...
Puzzle Bored
Local creative dynamo Mark, owner at Puzzle Bored, is busier than ever this autumn, launching a series of inclusive community sessions designed to bring people together through craft, creativity...
Rare Thing
Tucked away in the heart of Brighton, Rare Thing is a jewellery studio like no other – a space where ancient craftsmanship meets contemporary creativity. Opened in November 2022 by jeweller...
One Garden Brighton November Events
As autumn sets in and the leaves turn gold and red at Stanmer Park, One Garden Brighton offers a rich programme of events throughout November, with something for all ages. Getting there is simple...
Glenda and Rita
Starlets of the silver screen Introduce yourselves to our readers. Rita: Hello there everybody! My name is Rita Herringbone. Glenda: I’m Glenda Swing, but you knew that already. ...
Jack and the Beanstalk
Bubbles, beans and Brighton magic: Donatello serves up a slice of panto glamour There’s no better way to kick off the festive season than with a little glitter, laughter and a touch of Brighton...
The Avenue Hove
Festive Christmas parties and Christmas Day at The Avenue Restaurant and Wine in Hove Are you wondering where to take your hard-working team or family this festive season? Look no further. The...
Sage and fennel sausage rolls
It’s almost Christmas party season and at the Community Kitchen we are ready to celebrate. Our community cookery leader Cat shares one of her favourite party recipes – sage and fennel sausage...
Le Petit Chef
A magical culinary adventure with Le Petit Chef, at DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole. If you’re looking for dinner with a difference, Le Petit Chef at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton...