Benoit Viellefon Hot Club

If you’re looking for a night out that feels like stepping back into a Parisian jazz club, you’ll want to keep an eye on the schedule for the Benoit Viellefon Hot Club. They are set to play on Friday, October 16, 2026, and if their past performances are anything to go by, tickets will go quickly. This group is known for their Hot 30’s/40’s Swing sound, heavily inspired by Django Reinhardt and the classic gypsy swing era. They don't just stick to pure swing, though; their setlist usually mixes in elements of Latin, French, Brazilian, and Italian music, giving their retro sound a really broad appeal.

All their recent shows have been held at The Brunswick (1 Holland Rd, Hove BN3 1JF), which seems to be their regular spot in Brighton. If you plan on going, remember that seating is limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, as the venue caps capacity at just 70 tickets per performance. Doors typically open at 7:00 PM, with the band starting around 7:45 PM, and the evening usually wraps up by 10:30 PM. It’s strictly an event for those aged 18 and over. A nice perk for early birds is that if you eat at the venue two hours before the doors open, you can get a 20% discount on your food bill.

When it comes to the band itself, the lineup can shift, but you can often catch Brighton resident Jarrod Elks on guitar. For context, previous shows have featured musicians like pianist Alex Bryson or the combination of George Trebar on double bass and Bjorn Dahlberg on clarinet and tenor saxophone. The price of entry tends to vary slightly depending on the year and ticket type. For instance, tickets for the 2024 show were £17, while the 2025 event offered standard tickets at £20 and student tickets at £14. For the 2026 performance, prices have been listed in the range of £16.50 to £22.00. Given how fast these shows sell out, it’s worth checking the booking site as soon as the October 2026 date gets closer.