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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

City-wide commemorations marking the 125th anniversary of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, hosted at the Seven Stars pub where the club was founded.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

The annual LGBTQ+ community parade will kickstart the Brighton and Hove Pride weekend under the theme 'The Power of Love'.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

The official Hop On/Hop Off bus tour of Brighton, offering 24/48 hour passes to explore 12 key landmarks including the Royal Pavilion and Brighton Palace Pier.

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.

A critically acclaimed concert-style show telling the story of the world's most successful music duo, featuring a live band and projection footage.

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.

Major art fair returning in September 2026 at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange, showcasing Brighton's status as a creative hub.

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

Star of Taskmaster and The Inbetweeners, British comedian Greg Davies performs his new stand-up show 'Full Fat Legend' on his biggest tour to date.

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

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

Live show by author Jon Ronson based on his book 'The Castle', exploring a darkly comic search for truth about a mysterious castle, including Q&A and audiovisual clips.

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

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

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.

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

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

A live performance of the famous BBC Radio 3 programme featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra and conductor George Jackson, performing classical favourites and jazz standards.

Fabrica's annual Autumn exhibition features the immersive film installation 'At Home in the Water' by artist Vanessa Daws, exploring long-distance swimming and Brighton's heritage.

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

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

A two-day Thai Festival to experience the taste and culture of Thailand, featuring food, music, Muay Thai, and traditional massages.

An evening of sardonic social observations, new stories, Q&A, and book signing with acclaimed writer and humorist David Sedaris. Duration 90 minutes. Content may include adult themes.

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.

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

Award-winning monthly queer and alternative comedy night featuring stand-ups, drag, and cabaret acts, strictly 18+.

Literary phenomenon and 'Punk Poet' John Cooper Clarke performs his unique poetry, classic material, and hilarious ponderings on modern life as part of his 'Have It Tour 2026'.

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

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

A performance by acclaimed Scottish singer Eddi Reader, known as 'Scotland's greatest living female voice', at The Old Market.

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

Monthly queer and alternative comedy night held in the intimate Komedia Basement, featuring diverse stand-up, character acts, and drag. Winner of the Chortle 'BEST COMEDY FORMAT' 2024 award.

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+.

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

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.

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

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

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

Monthly queer and alternative comedy night at Komedia Brighton, winner of the Chortle 'Best Comedy Format' 2024 award, featuring diverse acts and resident MC Lee Peart.

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

Concert by the 11-piece folk big band Bellowhead celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album 'Burlesque' at Brighton Dome.

The Mesmerist hosts its annual frightfully good New Year spectacular, featuring live music, DJs, and late-night entertainment.

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

Indiepalooza, an indie-rock tribute festival featuring The Kopycat Killers (The Killers tribute) alongside Subarctic Monkeys, Oasis 96, and other top indie tributes at Chalk.

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.

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.

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

Steve Steinman presents the acclaimed tribute show 'Anything for Love - The Meatloaf Story', featuring a 10-piece live band performing over 25 Meat Loaf hits.