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Queer Strength Club returns to Brighton for a one-off special of joyful movement, strength and LGBTQIA+ community connection! Queer Strength Club is back in Brighton for one night! QSC was […]
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October in Brighton & Hove means autumn is well and truly here. Between cosy pub quizzes, pumpkin carving at home and Halloween plans, there’s plenty worth heading out for too. Expect spooky events, live music, comedy, theatre, family fun & plenty more happening throughout the month.
Get the inside scoop on what’s coming to Brighton, and what locals are raving about
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Queer Strength Club returns to Brighton for a one-off special of joyful movement, strength and LGBTQIA+ community connection! Queer Strength Club is back in Brighton for one night! QSC was […]
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 Sustaining a writing life isn’t easy. Even the most successful and widely published writers must navigate a publishing industry in flux, grappling with AI and competing for eyeballs with streamers, […]
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Brightons #1 Nightlife attraction. Experience Brighton Like you Never Have Before- On the Rocks! We are the #1 rated nightlife experience in Brighton!! Whether you're new to Brighton or just […]
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The Secret Comedy Club Presents: See You Next Tuesday LINEUP: Line-up TBA All lineups are subject to last-minute change without notice. WHAT WE DO: Doors open at 7 pm, and the […]
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Understanding the connection between ADHD & Sleep, and finding a better way to sleep and rest. Followed by Q&A. Are you constantly battling sleepless nights, restless energy, or the mental […]
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LINE-UP: Line-up to be announced *All line-ups are subject to last-minute changes without notice. SCHEDULE: Doors open at 7 pm, with laughs kicking off at 8 pm until around 10:30 […]
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A volunteer-led mindfulness and meditation session for young adults, inspired by the teachings of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh.
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 Performers and listeners are welcome at this informal early music open mic hosted by Emily Baines. Entry is by donation.
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3 events,A late-night Latin music party across two rooms at Concorde 2, with Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata, Baile Funk and Latin Trap.
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A relaxed sober karaoke night with food and time to connect with others at Kennedy Street Recovery Hub.
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City of Dreams opens Brighton Early Music Festival’s main programme with music inspired by dreams, imagination and nocturnal worlds.
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6 events,The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment presents an interactive early music experience created for young children and their families.
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The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment presents an interactive early music experience created for young children and their families.
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A two-hour walking tour through Brighton's North Laine and Lanes with local graffiti and street artist REQ.
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A day of cosplay, guests, creators, trader stalls, props, panels and photoshoots at Brighton Racecourse.
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Dream Lab brings together various artists for an afternoon of performances and ideas exploring the meeting point between music, imagination and dreams.
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1 event, OPEN ECO brings together 20 artists selected through an international open call, each presenting a single photographic image responding to the question: how can photography make a difference to the […]
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3 events,Katherine Jenkins OBE celebrates 25 years in music with her first tour in five years. The Brighton Dome Concert Hall show features career highlights and fan favourites, with special guest […]
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A monthly improv comedy night featuring different troupes from Brighton and beyond, with performances created completely on the spot.
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A fun and welcoming yoga class for home-educated children, using yoga games, breathing exercises, creative movement, mindfulness and relaxation.
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A student shopping night with exclusive discounts, offers, live entertainment, music and competitions across Churchill Square.
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A relaxed monthly clothes-mending session focused on hand stitching, darning and sashiko, with skill-sharing and basic materials provided.
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7 events,A two-day search marketing conference covering SEO, AI search, content, digital PR, analytics and networking at The Brighton Centre.
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The community based drawing club for creativity & social connection. Enjoyable social sketch workshop geared towards improving creativity. The Social SketchWork Come and join our sessions. Whether you want to […]
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Friends pitch their single friends live on stage to an audience of singles. A dating event in Brighton like no other. Who would you pitch? Cuffing season is here, and […]
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A relaxed two-hour autumn painting workshop at Hearth Cafe, with materials, guidance and a drink included.
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7 events,Kadir Karababa’s free One Song exhibition explores a single song through sound and visual art. Open daily from 9 to 28 October except Mondays.
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A celebration of LGBTQ+ magazines, independent publishing and queer print, featuring the Brighton launch of BOYS BOYS BOYS.
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Wrap, cook and eat your own gyoza! Make 10+, enjoy with miso soup or tea and rice. Fun, social and perfect for meeting new people. NEW DATE RELEASED DUE TO […]
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Wig Walk 2026 returns in Brighton on 9 Oct! Fashion, wigs & inspiration supporting great charities. Book your tickets today! What is The Aderans Wig Walk? The Aderans Wig Walk […]
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A Halloween origami workshop folding bats, cats and cute ghosts, suitable for all ages.
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A showcase concert featuring the next generation of early music performers.
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A neurodivergent-friendly prom for adults aged 18–40, with music, dancing, sensory considerations and space away from the crowd.
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12 events,A full day celebration of Italian food, music, culture and community in Jubilee Square.
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A practical discussion of what artificial intelligence can and cannot do, how it may reshape work and society, and how individuals, businesses and governments can prepare. Includes a Q&A.
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A relaxed Sunday coffee morning for women navigating perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause to meet and connect.
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Political analyst and author Sam Freedman explores the institutional failures behind Britain's public-service problems and considers how professionalism, accountability and long-term thinking could rebuild capacity and trust.
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A Halloween-themed origami workshop at The Mucky Duck making spooky lantern lights, with all materials and string lights provided.
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Legendary Brighton DJ Fatboy Slim is playing at Quarters for the very first time with two very special performances in aid of the Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation. Albion's most […]
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A creative workshop with The Fine Hand exploring how dreams can be transformed into artistic ideas.
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9 events,Modern Toss presents sculpture, animation, photography, print and interactive installation focused on more than two decades of its fly-based work. Opening times are still to be confirmed.
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 The Sussex Peasant’s Big Autumn Markets return this October with a celebration of Sussex seasonal food, farming and community. Taking place along the edge of St. Ann’s Well Gardens in […]
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A relaxed coffee meeting for women working in the music industry to meet, connect and build their professional community.
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Known for their infectious hooks, sharp lyricism and high-energy live shows, The Hoosiers have been a staple on the live circuit for the last two decades. With acclaimed singles like […]
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A curated makers market bringing together independent designers, artists, collectors and vintage sellers at St Bartholomew's Church.
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An intimate early music concert inspired by night, reflection and stillness.
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Comedy Club 4 Kids brings established circuit comedians to a family audience, with material adapted for children aged six and over.
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A Wholesome walk around Brighton's neighbourhoods to see CATS while raising money for city cat shelter
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An instrumental workshop with Olwen Foulkes focused on Baroque pitch and performance.
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Ymnus presents an atmospheric vocal programme inspired by stars and the night.
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A free monthly mood boarding evening with craft materials provided, plus drinks deals at The Cow.
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Award-winning character comedians and sisters Maddy and Marina Bye bring their absurd, high-energy sketch show Dreamweavers to Komedia Studio.
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A comedy fundraiser supporting YMCA Brighton's accommodation and independence services, hosted by Rich Wilson and featuring Joe Wilkinson, Angela Barnes, Dinesh Nathan and James Ellis.
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6 events,Following a sold-out London residency, Simon Amstell brings his new show I Love It Here to Brighton Dome Concert Hall as part of a limited tour.
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 Inspired by The Story Trail, Modelo Lounge hosts a paint and sip evening where participants can create a smaller BookBench to keep, drawing inspiration from the trail sculptures or a […]
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 Amy Matthews brings her new show Definitions of Toast to Komedia. The show follows Amy's quest to understand and access anger while reflecting on queerness, relationships and the comic consequences […]
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12 events, Friday's Mutations Festival line-up features Fat Dog, Squid, Working Men's Club, Basht., Bdrmm and many more across ten independent Brighton venues. The full venue schedule is still to be announced.
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A seasonal art and craft market featuring local artists, makers and creative small businesses.
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A Halloween club night at The Alphabet with DJ duo The Virgin Vinyls, dancing and a FLINTA & Friends crowd.
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 Brighton's biggest Bavarian celebration is back for 2026 and tickets are officially on sale. Returning to Shelter Hall on Brighton seafront for one weekend only, Brighton Oktoberfest promises an unforgettable evening of live entertainment, stein-filled celebrations, and big party atmosphere.
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Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Dan Tiernan brings Quartz and All to Brighton Dome Studio Theatre following three sold-out Edinburgh runs.
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BREMF Community Choir performs a programme celebrating sunlight, warmth and shared song.
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16 events, Saturday's Mutations Festival line-up features Mike D's 5D, Dove Ellis, Alex Cameron, Panic Shack and many more across ten independent Brighton venues. The full venue schedule is still to be […]
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A welcoming family singing workshop led by soprano and educator Hannah Ely.
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Shop unique mid-century, vintage & retro furniture, homewares, lighting, ceramics, art & more! PLUS 1920 - 80s vintage fashion!
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 Join me for a guided Walk and Draw at Stanmer Park with a material chat and learn practical tips to fill your sketchbook. Join me, Ulrike Mieke, Illustrator and avid […]
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A guided outdoor walk combining landscape, music and shared listening in Stanmer Park.
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Join our hands-on candle-making workshop. Expect Neo Soul, R&B and Pop vibes. Craft, relax, and take home your unique creations to enjoy. Bring yourself or bring a friend, and get […]
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Rich Wilson reflects on settling down and raising a family in an hour of observational comedy about late nights, early mornings and changing priorities.
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 Calling Sussex-based Writers! Join us in the main room in Brighton Friends Meeting House to explore what motivates you, connect with other writers, and hear from Dorothy Koomson, best-selling author of 23 novels, including her latest thriller The Quiet Girls, who will be talking about her creative life and her writing career that spans more […]
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 Once Upon a Trail transforms selected Story Trail BookBenches for one night only. Starting and finishing at The Colonnade Bar, participants follow a city-centre route featuring trick or treat, theatre and choir performances, glitter tattoos, a silent disco, sound and light installations and other surprises.
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 Congregational is an alternative choral mass for the nightclub from artist and vocalist Fatt Butcher. Part concert, communion and resurrection, the show brings together queer vocalists, DJing, piano and an original dancefloor-inspired score to celebrate queer nightlife, collectivity and community.
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A family Halloween party with games, crafts, music, fancy dress and a few spooky surprises for kids and grown ups.
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Get ready for a night of frightful fun as Saltdean Lido transforms for our biggest Halloween party yet! Dress to impress (or terrify!) and join us for an evening packed with spooky vibes, great music, and hauntingly good cocktails. 🧙♀️ Fancy Dress Competition Bring your A-game because there'll be a prize for the Best Dressed […]
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Dig through thousands of vinyl records, CDs, and music collectables from the region's top dealers!
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Browse vintage clothing, accessories, homewares, vinyl records and curios from independent sellers.
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Visiting Brighton & Hove in October? It’s a great time to make a weekend of it.
The summer crowds have eased, autumn has arrived and there’s plenty happening. You’ll find everything from boutique hotels and seafront stays to cosy B&Bs and self-catering apartments. Stay centrally to have plenty on your doorstep, or look towards Hove, Kemptown and Rottingdean for a different side of Brighton & Hove.
If you’re visiting over October half term or Halloween weekend, it’s worth booking ahead.
Get the inside scoop on what’s coming to Brighton, and what locals are raving about
Dust off the lederhosen, dig out the dirndl and get your best “Prost!” ready. Oktoberfest is back in Brighton.
Find everything from beer hall blowouts with long tables, oompah bands and steins the size of your head, to smaller pub nights serving German beer, bratwürste and enough Bavarian fancy dress to make you wonder where everyone keeps it for the other 11 months of the year.
Bookmark this page and subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to hear about the latest Oktoberfest events in Brighton & Hove and other German-inspired shenanigans as they’re announced.
If your idea of a good October fest involves beer, sausages and increasingly confident table singing, you’re in the right place.
We cover everything from the top venues worth checking out, new shops opening in The Lanes, best hotels to book for a staycation in Brighton. Explore more of Brighton & Hove, to see what hidden gems are around the corner.
Check out our local guides to make the most of your time in Brighton this autumn.
Planning a family holiday, booking time off or simply want something to look forward to? Explore Brighton & Hove’s events by month to discover festivals, concerts, family days out & seasonal celebrations throughout the year.
We’ve answered the most popular questions related to what’s happening in Brighton & Hove in October.
For Brighton & Hove’s council-maintained schools, October half term runs from Monday 26th to Friday 30th of October. Academies, independent schools and colleges can set different dates, so check before booking anything non-refundable. Halloween falls on Saturday 31st of October, which is very tidy timing.
Halloween has plenty of places to haunt in Brighton & Hove this year. Halloween Trails and Preston Manor is hosting Friday night Ghostly Gatherings throughout October. Halloween falls on Saturday the 31st of October, so book the bigger scares before they disappear.
The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Museum, Hove Museum of Creativity and the Palace Pier arcades are perfect family days out when it’s wetter weather. Family shows, craft workshops and Halloween activities will run across the week too. Book timed sessions before everyone else has the same rainy-day plan.
October is properly autumnal, but not necessarily cold. The average daytime high gets to around 15°C with average night-time lows of 8.4°C, with rain on roughly 12 days. Pack layers and a waterproof, then take any sunny seafront afternoon as a win.
Yes, and October brings three Amex dates. Albion’s men host Crystal Palace on Sunday the 18th of October at 2pm. Albion Women also play Charlton Athletic on Sunday the 4th of October and West Ham United on Sunday the 25th of October, both at 2pm. Fixtures can move, so check the club’s latest listings before travelling.
October Unpacked runs throughout the month, bringing food, drink, music, comedy and culture together across Brighton & Hove. Photoworks Festival and Photo Fringe begin on the 2nd of October, while Brighton Early Music Festival runs from 2nd to the 25th of October.
Yes. From the 1st of October to the 30th of April, dogs are allowed on all Brighton & Hove beaches, so the full seafront is back on the walkies map. Keep dogs supervised and under control, clear up after them & remember they must stay on a lead along the promenade.
Yes, Brighton Palace Pier is open in October, although gate times and ride availability can change with the weather. High winds can temporarily stop some rides, so check the live opening information before setting off. The arcades are a handy backup when the seafront gets a little too dramatic.
If it’s a rainy day in Brighton, head for the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Museum, Hove Museum of Creativity or the Toy and Model Museum. Add an escape room, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, a theatre show or a long lunch. Rain doesn’t halt anything in Brighton, it’s just knowing what’s available to be able to adjust the plan.
The Volk’s Electric Railway is not open during October. Services typically are scheduled to finish on the 30th of September, so trains will not be running in October. The route still makes a good seafront walk, but save the railway ride for next season.
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