Annual Art Show

The Annual Art Show is returning to the Friends' Meeting House in Brighton, running from 8 to 11 April 2026. Organised by the Brighton and Hove Arts Council, the exhibition brings together over 140 individual works, ranging from paintings and sculptures to stained glass and embroidery. This particular edition is notable for having the largest number of paintings in the history of the event. The venue, situated on Ship Street, BN1 1AF, will be open to the public from 10:00 to 17:00 each day, covering Wednesday through to Saturday.

A wide range of local groups are contributing to the display, including the Adur Art Collective, Attic Art Club, Brighton Embroidery Group, Brighton Painting Group, Dupont Art Club, Newhaven Art Club, Patcham Arts, and the Society of Catholic Artists. The event is supported by local sponsors, specifically Cass Art, L&S Printing, and Brighton & Hove Buses. For those attending, there is a chance to participate in 'The People's Choice' award by voting for a preferred piece. The trophy will be presented at 16:45 on Saturday, 11 April. All items on display are available for purchase, allowing visitors to acquire works directly from the artists involved.

Entry to the exhibition is free of charge, and there is no requirement to book tickets in advance, despite some online systems showing booking options. The space is set up to accommodate anyone interested in viewing the work of these local creators. Given the variety of mediums on display, the show offers a look at the current output of the participating clubs. It is a straightforward opportunity to see local art in a community setting, with the exhibition remaining open for the full duration of the four days.