February 2019
MARTIN SHAW: IMAGINALIA
For the first time in 10 years, artist Martin Shaw has a solo show displaying his studio work. A collection of his paintings done over the period of Summer 2018. The display shows a variety of methods and styles, showing some elements of Shaw’s fascination with mythology.
Find out more »Brighton Tattoo Convention
The twelfth edition of the Brighton Tattoo convention comes to Brighton Centre on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th of February. This year, the event will feature 375 hand-picked tattoo artists, 45 varied vendor booths, 13 bands, 6 DJs, plus barbers and galleries. Day tickets £25 / weekend £40, or £8 for limited evening tickets (from 8 pm). Get your ticket here
Find out more »Mutations Festival
Mutations Festival brings some together some of the scene’s most compelling and imaginative artists. Lined-up already are White Denim, Goat Girl, Flamingods, Josefin Ohrn & The Liberation, and many more. The festival will take place at Hansen Hall in Portslade on Sat 23 Feb. This unique and versatile multi-roomed space will show how Brighton & Hove excels at doing things a little bit less obviously.
Find out more »Jessie Cave
Famously known for playing Lavender Brown in the Harry Potter films, Jessie Cave has now taken to the stage as a comedian in her hilariously dark and giggle-worthy new show about her break up from fellow comedian Alfie Brown. The comedian will be performing two shows on the 26th and 27th of February at the Old Market.
Find out more »Beans on Toast
Beans On Toast, the quirky alias for Essex born folk singer Jay McAllister, will be performing at Patterns as part of his new UK tour "A Bird in the Hand". From passionate polemic to penguins there is something for everyone in Beans On Toast’s musical arsenal.
Find out more »AHIR SHAR
See Edinburgh Comedy Awards nominee, Ahir’s new show about life, death – Oh and Bohemian Rhapsody.
Find out more »March 2019
George Ezra at the Brighton Centre
George Ezra embarks on his first ever headline arena tour, stopping off at The Brighton Centre on the 11 Mar. He will perform well known tracks such as, Budapest and Listen to the Man, as well as songs from his most recent, and hugely successful album, Staying at Tamara's. The concert will include support from special guest Sigrid, who was awarded the BBC's sound of 2018.
Find out more »The 29th Sussex Branches Beer & Cider Festival
The Sussex Beer Festival is taking place at Brighton Racecourse on Fri 22 Mar – Sat 23 Mar. With over 140 real ales available, plus an array of real ciders and perries. Food will also be available be on sale with vegetarian and vegan options. The festival will be open from 11am-3pm on the Friday with £6 entry and again at 5pm-8pm for £8. Saturday it opens at 11am-8pm for £5 with tickets available on the door. If you are…
Find out more »April 2019
Rosie Cousins at The Greys
Acclaimed Canadian songwriter Rose Cousins returns to Brighton for an intimate performance. Her latest release ‘NATURAL CONCLUSION’, was made with Grammy award winning producer Joe Henry and is what she calls “The most honest and vulnerable thing she has made to date”. The Grammy-nominated singer will perform at the Greys on the 1st of April as part of her UK tour.
Find out more »May 2019
Catfish and The Bottlemen at the Brighton Centre
Following the release of their new album The Balance, indie rock band Catfish and The Bottlemen are heading out on a 2019 European tour. They will stop off at The Brighton Centre on the 2 May to play a well anticipated show featuring their best known anthems. This will include Kathleen, Cocoon and 7, which they will perform alongside a selection of tracks from the new record, which is set for release on April 26.
Find out more »Speakeasy 1920’s Gin, Bourbon & Cocktail Festival
The Speakeasy 1920's Gin, Bourbon & Cocktail Festival is coming to Brighton's Hilton Metropole. 1920’s glamour awaits as we sweep you back 100 years to an era where mobsters mingled with movie stars, the liquor was wet and the good times roared. Savour the very finest gigglewater including world Gins, Bourbons, American IPA’s and more, and when ordering at the bar be sure to keep your voice low and ‘Speak easy’. With you ticket you get: A branded Speakeasy glass to…
Find out more »The Great Escape Festival
The Great Escape, the festival for new music, will be kicking off the 2019 festival season by playing host to over 450 up and coming artists and a music-led conference across 35 walkable venues from 8-11 May 2019 across Brighton and Hove. They have announced 100 acts so far to play this year’s internationally renowned festival. This includes massive break-out artists such as AJ Tracey, Greentea Peng, Mykki Blanco, Priests, Sports Team, Yves Tumor as well as Easy Life and…
Find out more »Soundclash Funk and Soul Weekender
The Soundcrash Funk & Soul Weekender 2019 moves to a brand-new location on the Brighton’s iconic seafront. Marking the start of the summer season on Fri 17 – Sun 19 May, this festival’s roots are firmly placed in big brass sounds, hip hop beats, future soul, tropical, afro-beat, world, disco, house, and everything in-between. Joining the festival are BBC 6Music DJ and funk veteran Craig Charles, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and producer Jordan Rakei, Edit legend Greg Wilson, and one of house music’s…
Find out more »June 2019
The Kemptown Carnival
The Kemptown Carnival is one of Brighton's longest running and largest free community street arts festivals. Taking place across Kemptown Village, the Carnival is jammed packed with fun for every age; live music, samba parades and performances, street theatre, dance troupes, morris dancing, choirs, children's activities, delicious food and drink from amazing local traders, fairground rides, arts and crafts stalls, and the Grand Custard Pie Fight! They will announce an exciting lineup of music, community events and activities set to…
Find out more »Land Beyond Festival
A brand new 2 day festival is coming to Brighton. Escape to a land unexplored and let the adventure begin with Land Beyond Festival. Day 1 hosts Southport Weekender, Suncebeat & Mi Soul Radio's Brighton Beats Festival. Full of soul, house, funk, jazz, disco, R&B, Garage & More. Day 2 is SuperCharged in the Park, which will feature bass, grime, drum & bass, house & More. Taking place at the East Brighton park, it is a new location that will bring…
Find out more »July 2019
Love Supreme Jazz Festival
Love Supreme is regarded as one of the top jazz festivals in Europe. Legends such as, Earth Wind and Fire, The Jacksons, Grace Jones and Gregory Porter, have graced the festival stages in previous years. This year 90s legend Lauryn Hill, heads to Glynde Place in East Sussex to headline Sunday night. The festival comes to the South Downs from 5th – 7th of July.
Find out more »Paddle Round The Pier Beach Festival
Paddle round the pier is Europe’s biggest free Beach Festival, run by volunteers, with all money raised for The Paddle round The Pier Charity. This Beach Festival offers water-sports demos and competitions to watch, you can enter to Paddle Round The Pier or Paddle Something Unusual, watch a band on the music stage, have a beer from the bar, eat some delicious food from the food stalls, or pick up a bargain at one of the trade stands. It is set…
Find out more »August 2019
Brighton and Hove Pride
Brighton and Hove Pride is taking place from Fri 2 Aug - Sun 4 Aug this year and promises a weekend packed full of glitter, sun and parties. With Pride in the Park and LoveBN1Fest bringing a star studded lineup, including Kylie Minogue, Clean Bandit, Jessie J and Grace Jones. Experience Brighton and Hove come alive.
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