Best Events In May

Make your way to the Lost + Found Taproom on Ditchling Road this May, where they're hosting a brilliant Bottomless Prosecco Brunch complete with a grazing table. All their tasty eats are provided by Fiveways Deli, while you sip on two hours of bottomless fizz and enjoy the cracking tunes playing in the background. Even better, these guys have got all sorts of board games to choose from while you drink, and tickets cost just £29 per person.

Every Friday in May, there's a Brighton Guided Bar Crawl. Starting at Bohemia, this fabulous tour will have everyone exploring some of the town's finest cocktail joints and quaffing fruity or frozen concoctions. On top of that? There will also be a top-notch host.

If you're looking for weekend entertainment, The Walrus has got two great events for you: Showlesque and Gamestars. Showlesque is an amazing live performance that features cabaret, burlesque and live DJs, as well as an optional three-course meal while you watch.

Gamestars is a bottomless brunch experience complete with fun games and activities - making you feel like you're on your very own gameshow. Plus, there'll be drag performances.

Need brunch plans? TOASTED at The Breakfast Club will be running every Saturday from 1pm. At this venue, you'll get to enjoy two hours of unlimited prosecco, bloody marys or Kentucky-style boozy iced tea, before tucking into a tasty breakfast plate. 

For a good ol' giggle, head to The Secret Comedy Club, which is hosting some of the best Brighton events this May 2026. Step inside Artista for an epic roster of hilarious entertainment from big-name acts and rising stars alike.

Whatever you're in the mood for, you'll find it at North Laine Brewhouse. This unique spot is both a microbrewery and craft beer bar, ideal for finding some of the freshest pints around, and there's plenty of entertainment on the cards too.

They've got shuffleboard, cornhole and interactive darts on-site, allowing for some friendly competition while you drink. They also host quizzes, live music and DJ sets each week, so be sure to check out what's on.

If you're on the hunt for Brighton events this weekend in May, then check out Alcotraz: Cell Block One-Three. This immersive cocktail experience will have you sneaking liquor past the warden (with help from the crooked guards), which will be used to make bespoke concoctions.

Dance your way across town with Brighton Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tours this May. You'll be led by the one and only Boogie Roo, who promises to provide hilarious commentary, all while guiding you around the cobbled streets and stunning beachfront.

Searching for Brighton events on a Saturday this May? Venture to Patterns and treat yourself to two hours of free-flowing bevvies, all while chowing down on unlimited slices. Better yet, there will also be a DJ set, providing plenty of opportunities to throw some shapes.

Upgrade your plans for the May bank holiday weekend with our guide right here. Whether you're in the mood for a bottomless brunch, live DJs or quirky pop-ups, we have rounded up the very best goings-on. Now, all you need is to find an outfit.

Looking for outdoor events this month? The Great Game Treasure Hunt is one of the most unique ways to explore the area, giving you the chance to discover Brighton on a self-guided adventure. You'll see all the best landmarks and learn more about the history of the town, all while solving quirky puzzles and challenges.

In teams of anywhere between two and eight people, you'll work together to reach your final destination - a pub where you'll receive 20% off your total bill. Even better? Tickets start from just £19.99 for the group.

If your Instagram feed hasn't already introduced you to Alfie Dundas, his impressive resume certainly should. After a string of sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and opening for heavyweights like Seann Walsh and Max Fosh, the rising British comic is bringing his sharp wit to Brighton for a strictly limited engagement.

Titled Expensive Jokes At A Discount Rate, the one-hour showcase features Alfie as both host and headliner, alongside a surprise guest comic. With two successful comedy specials already streaming on YouTube, this is a rare chance to catch a performer on a massive upward trajectory in an intimate setting. 

Take your seat at one of the most epic tables in the UK. Rising Sky Dining at the i360 invites you to tuck in 138 metres above the city.

You'll enjoy a beautifully crafted three-course meal of locally inspired spring dishes with sensational views. Think vibrant salads to start, lemon chicken cooked to perfection, and indulgent desserts designed to be savoured as the sea and sky stretch out around you.

Dabbers Bingo vs Musical Bingo serves up a big game showdown of banging tunes, singalongs and ridiculous prizes. One minute you're eyes down and dabbing furiously, the next you're shouting lyrics and dancing between numbers.

The big twist is - you're in charge. When it's time for the final round, the room decides who wins. Grab your tickets from just £10.45.

Latino Fest is back in Brighton for a special summer party. Join the fun on the famous beach front terrace at Horizon for a day of reggaeton, salsa, bachata, baile funk, dembow and plenty more. 

With DJs inside and out, you'll hear everything from Daddy Yankee and Maluma to J Blavin, Bad Bunny and Karol G. Grab your ticket to party on the seafront with likeminded Latin music lovers from just £11.

You won't be short of entertainment at The tempest this month, as the lively bar is hosting a wide variety of free events to keep you busy. The seafront spot features a spacious beer garden and cool, cave-inspired interiors, as well as a fully-stocked bar.

Expect to hear all kinds of live music and DJs, with a focus on house and techno music. Whether it's a Saturday night party or a midweek boogie you're after, there's something for everyone here.

Home to an exciting lineup of eclectic events, Komedia is one-stop shop for all your entertainment needs. Fancy cracking up to some comedy? Or shimmying the night away at a club night? Whatever you're keen on, this joint is sure to provide.