Flying Circus Art Fair

The Flying Circus Art Fair is setting up at the Brighton Unitarian Church on 23 May 2026. Located on New Road, this historic venue is a familiar sight for anyone who spends time in the city centre, and for this event, it serves as an official stop on the Artist Open House central trail. It is also a registered venue for the Brighton Fringe Festival, which usually means the area will be quite busy with people moving between different exhibitions and shows. The fair is designed to be a platform for a mix of established and emerging artists, aiming to be an accessible entry point for people who want to look at or buy art without the usual barriers.

The curation is handled by BeauBottletops (Jessie Marie) and Bobby Dazzler, a duo with three decades of experience in the art world. They have gathered works from over 150 artists, so the variety is quite broad, spanning painting, photography, drawing, and mixed media. Because the focus is on affordability, the fair is often a place where first-time buyers or those looking to expand a personal collection go to find something eclectic. It is less about a high-pressure gallery environment and more about seeing a high volume of different styles in one space, allowing visitors to decide for themselves what fits their own taste.

If you are planning to head down, the doors open at 10:00 AM daily. The standard ticket price is currently set at £10.00, though the organisers mention this is a guide and could be subject to change. For anyone who makes art themselves, there is an active open call for artists to participate in the exhibition. The church is located at BN1 1UF, right in the middle of Brighton, making it easy to get to if you are already out for the Fringe. If you have specific questions about access or the schedule, the contact number is 01273 696022. It is a straightforward opportunity to see a large cross-section of the local art scene in a single afternoon.