Electro Retro Disco: A Neon Ball at The Spiegeltent!

On 3 May 2026, which falls on the Bank Holiday Sunday, The Spiegeltent in Old Steine Gardens will be the site for Electro Retro Disco: A Neon Ball. This event is a collaboration with the English Disco Lovers as part of the wider Brighton Fringe festival. The venue’s traditional mirrors and velvet interior will be repurposed into an immersive ultraviolet space. One of the specific features of the night is the presence of a 'Fluoro Crew' who will be applying non-toxic fluorescent paints to guests. This isn't just for show, as the activity is tied to a charitable cause, with donations for the face and body painting going directly to the organisation STAY UP LATE. It creates a specific visual atmosphere where the crowd becomes part of the decor under the UV lights.

The music is being curated by DJ Sam Moffett and guest Gem, who are focusing on 80s dance classics played in their original 12-inch formats. The selection leans into Synth Pop, Electro, and Alternative Pop, moving away from standard radio edits to give the tracks more room to breathe. The setlist includes a variety of artists such as Snap, Mantronix, Orange Juice, and Flash & the Pan, as well as Man Parrish, Cameo, Eurythmics, Heaven 17, INXS, and OMD. It’s a broad range of sounds from that decade, played in a way that suits the retro-futuristic theme of the neon ball.

For those planning to attend, the dress code is a significant part of the event's identity. There is a strong focus on vintage clubwear, 70s silhouettes, and the more maximalist side of 80s fashion. This includes items like jumpsuits, bell-bottoms, tights, and metallic fabrics that catch the light. The event is strictly for those aged 18 and over and is scheduled to run from 21:30 to 01:00. While it is a paid event with tickets available through platforms like Skiddle, the exact pricing has been listed as TBC in some guides, though the booking links are active. It’s a late-night fixture for the bank holiday, situated right in the heart of Brighton at the Old Steine.