Widely known as one of the best international LGBTQI+ festivals, you can expect this glorious seaside town to have plenty of fun-filled events to get stuck into. But, are you in need of those pre or post-celebration bevvies? From budget-friendly boozers to chic haunts touting quaffable sips, check out our guide on where to drink near Brighton Pride 2025.
After the epic Brighton Pride lineup, you can always rely on Be At One for some tasty concoctions. Choose from its White Mocha-tini with Cazcabel coffee tequila and Mozart chocolate cream liqueur or the Bit of Me made from Hendrick's Gin, rhubarb, along with a splash of soda.
Just a short distance from the Brighton Pride Village Party, East Street Tap has a fabulous selection of craft brews to quench your thirst. Worked up an appetite? Sink your teeth into jalapeno poppers or signature fried chicken with gravy and biscuits. Yum.
Located on Cranbourne Street, Inn On The Square is a well-loved venue for all occasions. Whether you're popping in for its pre-Pride breakfast hash raclette made up of Ogleshield cheese, black pudding and baked eggs, or for a beer in the evening the outdoor terrace, it won't disappoint.
You won't need Brighton Pride tickets to head along to North Laine Brewhouse's party. Not only will this haunt be home to face painting, DJs or live bands on Saturday, but it will also be open on Friday and Sunday for some good vibes, alongside flowing bevvies.
If you're not popping in for its awesome terrace party in support of the Rainbow Fund, with live music from Jonny Marsh and Oxylion & Danger, this bar is perfect for chilled drinks. Whether you fancy alfresco sips or get cosy indoors, this venue is a top choice.
Out of all the many, many cool bars around Brighton, there's one that steals our hearts every time: Dead Wax Social. The popular North Laine spot offers a fantastic selection of local craft beer and one of the best vinyl selections in town. From music quizzes to a carefully curated playlist, there's plenty on the entertainment front too.
Located on the stunning beachfront, Fortune of War is on the parade route, so is the perfect stop-off for pre or post-Pride drinks. Enjoy celebratory bevvies with a view of the sea, from ice-cold pints to a crisp glass of pinot grigio, this hotspot is bound to impress.
If you're looking for a top-notch haunt to head to after the Brighton Pride events, Tempest is a firm choice. Boasting cave interiors, and lantern lighting, alongside a stunning sea-facing terrace, this is a fabulous venue whatever your evening plans.
Fancy enjoying some quaffable concoctions before, after or during the Price celebrations? Yup. Then head on over to The Fitz Regent on Castle Square for some lip-smacking drinks in its gorgeous Grade II listed space. Hungry? It also offers some mouthwatering grub too.
A Victorian-inspired den of dusty collectables, vintage furniture and creative concoctions, The Black Dove is just a stone's throw from the Brighton Parade. Sip on something created by one of the master mixologists, or opt for one of its international craft beers.
Perched just beside Preston Park, The Hare & The Hounds is a London Road spot serving a fantastic selection of craft beers and local ales to enjoy in its laidback garden space. And if you're feeling hungry? It also has a crackin' selection of hearty fare, from tacos to wings.
