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Discover what’s on in Brighton, from live music and theatre to festivals, nightlife and family events. Find the best things to do today and this weekend.

Tue, 23 Dec – Tue, 30 Dec

Brighton Family Panto

Fe-Fi-Fo-FUN! Brighton Family Panto 2025 proudly presents Jack and the Beanstalk.

Sat, 6 Dec

Brilliant Brighton’s Festive Afternoon

Brilliant Brighton will be furnishing our streets with Christmas cheer on Small Business Saturday - everyone's invited to…

Sat, 6 Dec

Brighton Santa Dash

Who will be the fastest Santa this Christmas? Get involved with Brighton's most festive 5k.

Thu, 25 Dec

The Christmas Day Swim

Join in on this 165 year old tradition that truly encapsulates the Brighton spirit.

Fri, 14 Nov – Sat, 29 Nov

Christmas Printmaking Creative Workshop

Create your own festive artwork at this Christmas printmaking workshop, perfect for beginners and seasoned makers alike.

Sat, 15 Nov

Cyanotypes with Nina Garstang

Discover the magic of cyanotypes in this hands-on workshop led by artist Nina Garstang.

Fri, 14 Nov – Fri, 28 Nov

Tutored Life Drawing for Beginners

Sharpen your figure-drawing skills in a friendly tutored life drawing session at Cornerstone Community Centre.

Sun, 16 Nov

Crafty Kids: Autumn in a Box!

Keep little hands busy with Autumn in a Box, a playful craft workshop packed with seasonal creativity.

Sun, 16 Nov

Of the Earth: Life Drawing with Raw Pigments

Explore expressive life drawing using natural pigments in this earthy, experimental art workshop.

Fri, 14 Nov

Boogaloo Stu Presents Big Quiffy Bingo

Join Boogaloo Stu for a fabulously chaotic night of Big Quiffy Bingo filled with camp cabaret energy and quirky prizes.

Sat, 15 Nov

Mark Steel: The Leopard in My House

Mark Steel’s new stand-up show brings sharp humour and heartfelt honesty to his experience of cancer and the unexpected…

Sat, 15 Nov

Family Day: Take Part

Experience Family Day: Take Part, a free BIPOC-led celebration of creativity, culture and community in Brighton, packed with…

Sun, 16 Nov – Tue, 18 Nov

Sounds From The City

Discover Brighton’s freshest emerging musicians at Sounds from the City, a three-day showcase of teenage talent on the rise.

Fri, 7 Nov – Thu, 20 Feb

Monthly Watercolour & Mixed Media Workshop

Join artist Ginny Baxter amongst the gorgeous greenery of One Garden in this delightful watercolour/mixed media class.

Sat, 13 Dec

Hove Monthly Local Market

Come along to the Hove Monthly Local Market and browse works from local artisans, find one-off vintages treasures, and enjoy…

Sat, 1 Nov – Sun, 2 Nov

Beginner’s Rug Tufting Class

Create your own rug from scratch in this exciting and unique class.

Sat, 25 Oct – Sat, 20 Dec

Beginners Mosaic Workshop

Explore the ancient art of mosaic making at Liberation Art Gallery.

Sat, 15 Nov

Beau-Events Art & Makers Market

Come along to the makers market and see what our wonderful creative community has to offer!

Sat, 11 Oct – Sat, 8 Mar

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works

Experience an awe-inspiring orchestral performance of Hans Zimmer's most iconic compositions at The Royal Pavilion, under the…

Sat, 6 Dec

Black Brighton Market

Black Brighton Market provides a platform for Brighton's BIPOC creative community to network, showcase and sell their talent.

Sat, 4 Oct – Sun, 13 Apr

Play Back Forward

From cinematic trailblazers to contemporary artist responses - Hove Museum of Creativity takes you back in time through film…

Fri, 19 Sep – Fri, 19 Dec

Theatre Fideri Fidera Presents: NEW! STORY MAGIC @ Komedia Brighton

Perfect for little ones aged 9 months - 5 years old, join Fideri Fidera performers at Komedia Brighton in a 40 minute…