Just Like Heaven: Alt 80s Party

If you have been looking for a night out that leans into the darker, more alternative side of the 1980s, there is a party coming up at Dust Brighton that focuses specifically on that era. The event, titled Just Like Heaven: Alt 80s Party, is built around the post-punk and new wave sounds that defined the underground scene of that decade. It is essentially a club night designed for people who want to hear tracks from artists like The Cure, Joy Division, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Echo & The Bunnymen, New Order, Depeche Mode, and The Smiths.

The event is scheduled for Friday, 17 April 2026, with doors opening at 23:00. There is a second date listed for 29 May 2026, which runs earlier in the evening from 18:00 to 22:00. Since the venue, Dust, is located at 77 East Street, it is fairly central for anyone already familiar with the Brighton nightlife circuit. The venue itself has a capacity of 300 people, which gives it a relatively intimate feel compared to larger clubs in the city.

Regarding the logistics, this is an 18+ event, so you will need to bring ID. While the specific ticket price for the April edition is currently listed as 'TBC' (to be confirmed), it is worth keeping an eye on the official booking platforms, as entry for similar nights at this venue typically fluctuates between £5 and £28. It is a straightforward setup: you book your ticket online, show up, and the night is dedicated to playing vinyl-style sets of those specific 80s alternative classics. It is a simple premise if you are in the mood for that particular sound and want to spend a few hours in a space dedicated to it.