It doesn't take much to get us on a night out, but if there's as good an excuse as any, it's the final night of the year. With late-night clubbing and raucous partying on the cards, as wall as lots of affordable options, we're making sure 2026 gets sent off the right way.
From restaurants to parties, check out some of the best events this New Year's Eve in Brighton and give a warm welcome to 2027 in true seafront style.
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Your one-stop den of drinking and dining, No 32 is known for throwing the biggest blowout bash to count down to midnight. Fronting killer cocktails and lounge seating, this stylish bar is hosting masquerade party to see in 2027, complete with DJ sets to get you dancing.
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Quirky boozer The World's End is known for its Scalextric tracks and vintage games, and it's a great spot to visit on the 31st. Expect to play a few rounds with pals while tucking into vegan eats, all before a live DJ starts spinning some dance-worthy tracks.
An intimate venue on the edge of North Laine, Earth & Stars is a top pick for New Year's Eve celebrations. This cosy venue promises a buzzing atmosphere, in a space filled with pretty greenery and colourful artwork.
Planning a meal to begin the night? They've got you covered for that too, with a plant-based menu that features everything from beer battered tofu and chips to double smash burgers and grilled corn ribs.
@ Be At One Brighton on Thu, 31st Dec 2026 @ 20:00 - 3:00
Get involved in some Midnight Mischief this NYE with Be At One's unruly event that won't slow down until the 3am finishing time. Staring off strong, every guest will be treated to a free glass of fizz before getting warmed up on the dancefloor for a long night of boogieing ahead.
Expect the tunes to keep on coming, and the cocktails to continue flowing with help from the master mixologists behind the bar.
Fancy heading to a Secret Discotheque this New Year's Eve? Then be sure to head to CHALK and let loose to some of the best pop beats, spanning from old to new. And when it hits midnight? There will also be an epic countdown.
Brighton is a seaside town with a legendary nightlife scene, a strong LGBTQ+ identity and a genuine appetite for doing things differently. The party landscape spans everything from a massive club night until 5am to a Gatsby-themed speakeasy, a comedy club with dinner, and a vinyl-only pub for those too cool for commercial hits.
Brighton doesn't always have an official, council-organised public fireworks display on New Year's Eve — so it's worth managing expectations and checking closer to the date rather than assuming a display will happen.
