The latest news from the city.

A look back at the 2026 Brighton Mod Weekender, which ran 27-30 August across the Komedia, The Volks and Patterns Gigs. Covers the 21st anniversary, the evening and daytime programmes, the scooter rideout and competition, and how tickets work.

Brighton’s Rhythm & Soul Weekend brings live bands, DJs and dance floors across the city from 28 to 30 August 2026. The programme includes Ian Levine and Colin Curtis, with weekend passes listed at an earlybird price of £30.

A practical look at Lagom Design’s Brighton shop on Bond Street, covering its cards, stationery, gifts and homeware. Includes prices, customer feedback, accessibility notes, opening hours and delivery information.

A guide to Dishoom Permit Room in Brighton's Lanes, covering its Bombay-inspired concept, the all-day sharing menu from breakfast to dinner, the cocktail and local beer lists, and its opening hours and awards.

A guide to the remaining open-air cinema screenings around Brighton as the season winds down, with Saltdean Lido's Back to the Future on 5 September and the autumn runs at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens and Wakehurst.

The Brighton Cocktail Festival runs from 18 to 27 September across more than 50 bars, with 150+ festival cocktails at £6 and a new app to map your route. A look at the venues and how it works.

The Cambridge Footlights bring their 2026 international tour show to Komedia Studio in Brighton's North Laine on Wednesday 9 September at 8:00 pm. A brand new sketch show from five student comedians, ages 16+, with tickets around £13.00.

A guide to the Brighton Toy and Model Museum, run by volunteers in four Victorian arches beneath the station, with its 10,000-strong permanent collection and rotating exhibitions, including a rare 1930s Dinky display.

The Great Escape returns to Brighton’s multi-venue format from 13 to 16 May 2026, with around 500 artists across more than 30 venues. Here’s how the wristband system, Spotlight Shows, venues and busy schedules work.

Harveys of Hove is a specialist costume hire shop with five floors of period clothing, uniforms and themed outfits. This overview covers its services, stock, staff, location and appointment-based opening hours.