Best Events in Brighton

Named as one of the top small comedy clubs around, Artista Cafe & Gallery's hilarious weekly shows are hands-down some of the best things to do in Brighton. Expect a diverse mix of talented newcomers and well-known faces that'll have you laughing from start to finish.

Renowned for hosting some of the best events in Brighton, Proud Cabaret is synonymous with fun nights out. Go to one of its many shows like the Secret Burlesque Society or swing by the glamorous Kemptown palace and watch a number of fabulous burlesque acts, acrobats, fire-breathers and other brilliant performers.

Weekends at Patterns are all about daytime revelry and nighttime dancing. With bottomless brunch parties, fun interiors and regular guest DJs spinning the biggest beats, these guys know how to have a good time. 

Who knew getting locked up could be so much fun? A strong contender for the top quirky events in Brighton, Alcotraz is immersing you in the inmate underworld at its prison-themed cocktail experience. Don your orange jumpsuits and prepare for a night of liquor smuggling.

Dead Wax Social is delivering tunes, trivia and tasty food at MC Cashback's Music Quiz. Taking place every Wednesday, this fun event in Brighton will test you and your pals' song knowledge as you feast on 2-4-1 sourdough pizzas and sink some craft pints.

This June, Vivid People are hosting a brilliant Brighton weekender, complete with performances from Jaguar Skills, Ronnie Herel, Max Galactic and many other talented DJs. Party to the best of 80s and 90s tunes across three days, taking place at multiple venues along the beachfront, costing as little as £27 per person.

Inject a little fun into your life with YO! Brighton's awesome sushi school events. Head on over to its Jubilee Street venue to learn all about this Japanese favourite. From salmon nigiri to cucumber maki, you'll get to make it all and eat it all afterwards. Sign us up.

Kemptown's Charles Street Tap is serving up some of the hottest events in Brighton every Saturday. The LGBTQ+ friendly late-night bar is offering half-price drinks until 9pm, before DJs take to the decks and turn things up a notch.

If you're after something a little saucy in the town, you best head to Forbidden Nights Male Strip Show in Brighton. Expect a top-notch show filled with plenty of talent and torsos, followed by a photo opportunity with the cast and free entry into Pryzm. Sign us up.

Boogie Shoes are taking you on a hilarious part-singing and all-dancing tour of Brighton. The quirky event will guide you past the main streets and landmarks while playing a soundtrack of party classics through your headphones for you to bop to.

One of the best events in Brighton this summer, the Bougie Drag Bottomless Brunch is bringing you an incredible afternoon with some of the country's fiercest queens, including Imani Versace, Norvina Michaels and Honey Foxx. Head down to Charles Street Tap where the afternoon will also feature bottomless drinks and tasty burgers, as well as DJs playing all afternoon.

While home to one of the South East's favourite comedy shows, Komedia is also a hub for all things music, cabaret, spoken word and clubbing. Head on over for mates, dates, family and more for one helluva cracking evening out in the North Laine.