QED's 30th Birthday Party

It feels like just yesterday we were talking about the classic Brighton club nights, and now one of the biggest names from that era is hitting a massive milestone. QED, the promoter responsible for bringing serious doses of Hard House, Trance, and Techno to the city's club scene, is celebrating its 30th birthday. Since 1996, they’ve been a fixture, and they are marking the occasion over the Easter weekend.

The party is set for Easter Saturday, April 4, 2026. If you’re planning your weekend, block out a solid eight hours, as the event runs from 6:00 PM until 2:00 AM the following morning. The location is Brighton Electric, which is a great spot for this kind of celebration. For those heading down, the venue is located at 22 Lewes Road and 43-45 Coombe Terrace. Just a heads-up, the last entry is set for midnight, so you’ll want to get there before then.

This isn't just a standard club night; it’s a reunion featuring 11 DJs who have been central to QED’s history over the last three decades. They’ve split the sound across two areas to cover the full spectrum of QED’s sound. The Main Room is dedicated to the heavier side, promising six hours of Hard House followed by two hours of Hard Trance. If you prefer something a bit lighter, the Bar area will be spinning Funky House, with the sound extending out into the garden. The confirmed lineup includes names like Oz Healey (aka Superfast Oz), Chris Toxic, DJ Laylah, X-Cell, Full S.P., Little James, DJ Dusk, Cec, Viv Langley, and John Weatherley.

Regarding logistics, while the exact ticket prices are currently listed as 'to be confirmed' (TBC), sources indicate that tickets are already available for purchase. Given the nature of the event—an eight-hour club night focused on these specific electronic genres—it’s clearly aimed at the adult crowd and long-time followers of the Brighton dance scene. It looks like a proper throwback celebration for anyone who appreciates the history QED has built here.