Got a big girls night out in Brighton planned but struggling to find a bar that'll cater for your every need? Fear not, because we've whipped up a delicious course of standout spots to make that get-together oh so special. Whether you're after a swanky cocktail bar or laid-back brunch, our guide to the ultimate girls night out in Brighton has it all.
Planning a girls' night out in Brighton? Tempest makes it easy to cover every base. Start with cocktails on the terrace, soaking up sea views, before heading inside as the music ramps up. With events like Uncut Jams and Coloursound bringing lively, dancefloor-ready vibes, it's the kind of place where one drink turns into a great night without needing to move on.
If it's drinking, dancing and dinner that you want, then this hotspot is a top choice. Join in the fun with their huge menu of burgers, seasonal pizzas and sweet treats, before moving on to a cocktail... or two... or three. DJs play well in to the night, you you won't have to look far for a party.
Round up the gals for a night to remember at Mowgli. With its swinging seats, hanging vines and twinkling fairy lights, this place brings the street markets of India to Dukes Street.
With small plates and sharers, it's perfect for group dining. You can tuck in tapas-style to dishes like treacle tamarind fries, Himalayan cheese toast and Diwali cauliflower or go for house specials like the lamb bunny chow or Aunty Geeta's prawn curry - all washed down with signature cocktails like the chilli mango martini.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Brighton on Various dates from Saturday 7th November 2026
Take the girls on a night out unlike any other, with a trip to Alcotraz. Here, you'll don those famed orange jumpsuits and attempt to smuggle in hooch, with criminals whipping up bespoke mixes once you get inside... just avoid the suspecting gaze of The Warden, or else.
Lapping up the seaside shores of Brighton, the cocktail brand dominating London's drinking scene is one of our top picks for a girls night out in Brighton. The perfect stomping ground if you're looking for fun cocktails, feel good tunes and a buzzing crowd.
Whether you fancy relaxed cocktails with the girls or all-night partying, Ohso Social has got your back. The beachfront bar is a laid-back watering hole in the day, yet has been known to turn into a raucous party as the sun goes down.
Gather the girls and head straight to Coppa Club for a night of brilliant food, killer drinks, and unbeatable vibes. Located right in the Lanes, it's the ideal launchpad for a big night out.
Catch up over rounds of peach and elderflower Mai Tais, share a feast of creamy pasta dishes and stone-baked pizzas, and snap a few group photos in the stylish dining domes before hitting the city's nightlife spots.
@ Forbidden Nights Brighton on Saturday 24th April 2027 and 8 other Saturdays
Grab the girlies and make your way to Ironworks Studios for Forbidden Nights Male Strip Show in Brighton. Get excited as there's going to be a talented cast of performers showcasing their torsos, alongside photos with the cast and entry into Pryzm nightclub afterwards.
@ The Black Lion on Every Saturday
Round up the gals and get down to The Black Lion on a Friday or Saturday night. Expect deep basslines and singalong tunes all the way through to 3am.
Here, the lights are vibrant, the drinks are cold and the bass is booming - everything you need to get the gals moving.
Fancy your girls night out with a healthy dose of class and sophistication? Then head for cocktails at HARbar. Located in the swanky Brighton Harbour Hotel, you'll find a delicious variety of drinks including fantastic fizz and some top notch cocktails.
No girls night out is complete without a healthy serving of gin, and with more than 70 varieties of the stuff, The Gin Tub in Hove is a pretty good bet. The venue is also built so that mobile phones won't have any reception, meaning you can have a proper good natter without any interruptions.
