Northern Soul Heaven

If you are planning your weekend in Brighton for late August, the Northern Soul Heaven event is returning to the city on Friday, 28 August 2026. It serves as the traditional opening night for the Brighton Rhythm & Soul Weekender, setting the tone for the days that follow. The event takes place at the Queens Hotel Brighton, specifically within the space known as The Koko Club, located at 1 Kings Road.

The focus of the evening is entirely on the Northern Soul genre. The organisers describe the selection as a mix of classic anthems and tracks designed for the dance floor, drawing from the history of the British underground dance scene over the last five decades. You can expect to hear music that references the sound associated with venues like The Twisted Wheel, The Golden Torch, Wigan Casino, and Blackpool Mecca. The atmosphere is described as straightforward, focusing on the rhythm throughout the night.

Doors open at 19:30, and the event is scheduled to run until midnight. If you are interested in attending, standard tickets are priced at 10.00 pounds. These can be purchased online in advance. Given the nature of the event and its role as part of the wider weekender, it tends to attract people who are interested in this specific musical era and the culture surrounding it. It is a practical option if you are already in town for the weekender or simply looking for a night focused on this particular style of music.