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Events in Brighton And Hove This Weekend

Lewes Music Festival - Lmf

· Nightlife & Music

Lewes Music Festival returns for its fifth year with live music, camping, and glamping options at Lewes Rugby Club.

Rinse Out! Records Presents: Sounds of The Underground

· Nightlife & Music

Rinse Out! Records presents a UK Garage music showcase benefitting the Christian charity Compassion UK.

Vwayaz Presents: g33 - Brighton, uk

· Nightlife & Music

VWAYAZ returns to Brighton for a free electronic music party at Dead Wax Social.

Drum & Bass: Edition.

· Nightlife & Music

Drum and Bass: Edition returns to Horizon Club in Brighton with a live DJ set on Friday, 5th June.

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Events in Brighton And Hove This Week

The Secret Comedy Club Open Mic Aka See You Next Tuesday

· Nightlife & Music

A stand-up comedy open mic night featuring amateur and professional performers at Artista Cafe And Gallery.

Adult Dvd Announce Tour Including Brighton Gig

· Brighton · Nightlife & Music

Adult DVD will perform a live gig as part of their announced tour, including Brighton.

Climbing Wall Plans Approved - Without Music

· Fitness & Outdoors

Brighton and Hove council approved plans for a new climbing wall, excluding amplified music.

New Generation of Artists Get Started Off The Back of Brighton's Festival…

· Brighton · Culture & Arts

Brighton's festival appearances are helping launch a new generation of artists' careers.

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Upcoming Events by Category

Culture & Arts

Idrîsî Ensemble: Live in Brighton

· Culture & Arts

Idrîsî Ensemble performs a concert of medieval choral music exploring science and spirituality.

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Family & Kids

Brainiac Live

· Theatre Royal - Brighton · Family & Kids

A comedic, interactive science show featuring experiments and explosions at the Theatre Royal Brighton.

Stories With Skip - Camping

· Theatre Royal - Brighton · Family & Kids

A family-friendly storytelling show with music and camping adventures at Theatre Royal Brighton.

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Food & Drink

The Reggae Brunch - Brighton - Sun 7th June

· Food & Drink

A reggae-themed brunch event takes place at Horizon Nightclub in Brighton on Sunday, 7th June.

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Nightlife & Music

M@d on The Beach ft Smokin jo

· Nightlife & Music

DJ Smokin Jo performs a live set at Carats Cafe on Southwick Beach as part of the M@D On The Beach event.

The Secret Comedy Club Saturdays

· Nightlife & Music

Brighton's acclaimed small comedy club returns with a sold-out stand-up show at Artista Cafe And Gallery.

Guestlist 002: The Waterbear

· Nightlife & Music

A lineup of emerging South Coast DJs performs at The WaterBear Venue as part of the Guestlist series.

Sofia Kourtesis

· Nightlife & Music

Sofia Kourtesis performs a live set of euphoric house and emotional electronics at Quarters Brighton.

Kool fm - dj Flight, Bailey, Vxrgo, Blackeye mc

· Nightlife & Music

A 30th-anniversary DJ set celebrating Volks and Kool FM at The Volks Nightclub.

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Things to do in Brighton And Hove

You can find live music at venues such as the Duke of York’s Cinema or outdoor performances near Preston Park. Events across Brighton and Hove include theatre shows at The Lantern Theatre, street art displays around North Laine, pop-up markets along the seafront, and family sports on weekends in Preston Park Gardens.

Independent food experiences happen during the Brighton Food Tour or seasonal market days near Falmer Station. Cultural events such as the Lanes Festival celebrate local arts and crafts. guided walks through Simmonds Pond reveal natural details like reeds and water life.

Use The City Brief to see what’s happening this week or this weekend. Filter by category, Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, Shopping & Markets, or explore locations including Hanover Hillside district near Falmer Station, Preston Park Gardens, Royal Pavilion Garden areas where seasonal stalls appear regularly.

Common Brighton And Hove Questions

What kinds of events happen in Brighton and Hove during the week?

Weekly events across central areas like The Lanes, Old Steine, North Laine, Kemptown, Hanover, Moulsecoomb, Preston Park Gardens, Fiveways include theatre shows at venues such as The Lantern Theatre. Food experiences tied to market days occur in Hanover Hillside district near Falmer Station or the bandstand by Clock Tower garden.

Art exhibitions feature local history collections alongside Egyptian artifacts and contemporary pieces at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. Cultural talks happen during recurring events like Gardner Street Weekend Closure in spaces including North Laine’s independent shops or Preston Park Gardens.

Where do most events take place in Brighton and Hove?

Most weekly activities occur across central neighbourhoods such as The Lanes, Old Steine, Kemptown, Hanover, Moulsecoomb, Fiveways, North Laine, Elm Grove, Rottingdean. These areas host a range of venues: theatres like Duke of York’s Cinema or Brighton Dome; galleries in Brunswick’s Regency-era buildings; markets near Simmonds Pond;

Open-air spaces such as Royal Pavilion Gardens or Old Steine Gardens feature seasonal stalls and pop-up food events. Community centres around Hove Town Hall also host regular talks and youth programmes.

Are there family-friendly things to do in Brighton and Hove?

Families will find activities across The Lanes, Fiveways, Preston Park Gardens, North Laine, Hanover Hillside district near Falmer Station. Children can explore interactive exhibits at Booth Museum of Natural History or tactile displays at the Toy & Model Museum.

Nature-based walks occur around Simmonds Pond and nearby woodland trails within South Downs National Park; older children may walk to Hollingbury Hillfort while younger ones enjoy open fields in Preston Park’s 63-acre green space, accessible via pathways from Clock Tower gardens.

What nightlife and music events happen in Brighton and Hove?

Nightlife features live acts at venues like Duke of York’s Cinema or Kemptown clubs along Marine Parade near Black Rock. Music performances also occur at theatres such as The Lantern Theatre; late-night festivals take place on open-air spaces such as Old Steine Gardens, the seafront promenade by Palace Pier.

How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Brighton and Hove?

To discover current offerings, browse our curated listings. Filter by category, Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Culture & Arts, or explore locations like Hanover Hillside district near Falmer Station; Preston Park Gardens; Royal Pavilion Garden areas where seasonal stalls appear regularly through recurring events such as Gardner Street Weekend Closure.