Your guide to what is going on this weekend and its going to be a hot one
Glorious Day Festival
Although held on June 14, the good vibes of this new disco‑funk‑soul festival on Hove Lawns are still buzzing. Think high-energy house, disco and funk with DJs like Norman Jay, Roger Sanchez and Soul II Soul — perfect for weekend carry‑on revellers soaking up seaside sunshine visitbrighton.com+5brightonfestival.org+5visitbrighton.com+5facebook.com+2skiddle.com+2visitbrighton.com+2.
Brighton Country Boots & Beats
On Saturday June 21, downtown Brighton lights up with country music, food stalls and family fun. The Louie Lee Show headlines this free‑spirit country-themed day, ideal for a laid-back afternoon with live bands, local vendors and kids’ activities business.brightoncoc.org.
🎶 Music, Comedy & Community Vibes
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Uncle Monty’s @ Brighton Electric (Fri 20 Jun, 8pm–2am): A vibrant DJ night at Brighton Electric featuring a mix of live sets and electronic transitions — a must for club enthusiasts skiddle.com.
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Twisted Frequencies (Fri 20 Jun, 11pm–7am, The Volks): This basement megaset features THELIOS, FLORESCENCE and more, running deep into the night for bass lovers songkick.com+9skiddle.com+9facebook.com+9.
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Erol Alkan at Patterns (Fri 20 Jun, 11pm–4am): A headline DJ with a legendary status in electronic circles — this one’s for techno and left‑field house fans skiddle.com.
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Summer Oldskool Garage Beach Rave (Sat 21 Jun, 3pm–10pm, Horizon Club): Bask in beachside vibes with old‑school garage anthems and sea‑air cocktails skiddle.com.
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Overview Brighton – 12‑Hour Party (Sat 21 Jun → Sun 22 Jun, 6pm–6am, Volks): A high‑octane night featuring Skeptical & SP:MC, Kyrist, Klinical, Molecular and others — a rave marathon not to be missed skiddle.com.
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Deptford Northern Soul Club (Sat 21 Jun, Concorde 2, 5pm–11pm): Soul classics with throwback grooves, perfect for fans of vintage R&B and dancefloor nostalgia skiddle.com.
🎭 Arts, Culture & Family
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Candlelight: Coldplay vs Ed Sheeran (Sat 28 Jun, Le Touquet, Brighton): A mesmerizing candlelit concert—early planners can still grab tickets for this immersive musical experience myguidebrighton.com.
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An Evening Without Kate Bush (Sat 21 Jun, Brighton Dome, 7pm): A cabaret tribute to the iconic artist, performed by Sarah‑Louise Young in the atmospheric Corn Exchange brightondome.org.
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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos (Sun 22 Jun, Brighton Dome): A rare talk with the renowned astronaut — think starry storytelling and inspiring space revelations brightondome.org.
🌿 Wellness, Tours & Family Highlights
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Afternoon Tea @ 1890 (21 Jun): A sumptuous take‑afternoon‑tea experience in refined surroundings—ideal for unwinding midday visitbrighton.com.
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Summer Forest Bathing (22 Jun): Guided woodland mindfulness sessions — a peaceful way to de‑stress and reconnect with nature nearby visitbrighton.com.
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Happy Hills Kids Event with Sophy Henn (21 Jun): A creative, family-friendly arts and games session led by the beloved children’s author/illustrator visitbrighton.com+1brightondome.org+1.
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Secrets of the Lanes Tour (21 & 28 Jun): A walking tour uncovering the hidden history and quirky corners of the famous Lanes district visitbrighton.com+1thetimes.co.uk+1.
🎨 Art & Exhibitions
Brighton continues to celebrate its cultural richness with free and ticketed exhibitions:
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The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958–1966 at Brighton Museum (through Jan 2026) celebrates the city’s rock‑’n’‑roll heritage brightonfestival.org.
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Koak: The Window Set – new solo artist exhibition (until 28 Jun) showcasing bold contemporary visuals visitbrighton.com.
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AllTours Audio Tour – interpretive walking guide through key historic neighbourhoods (ongoing) .
🔭 Iconic Brighton Highlights
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Brighton i360: With its spectacular coastal views and yoga‑in‑the‑sky experiences, the restored i360 is a top weekend outing ride (£17.95)
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Royal Pavilion: Step into regency splendour with a guided tour of this exotic seafront palace (£18 entry
