Practical · Shows
Buying tickets for theatre, gigs and festivals in Brighton
Brighton’s theatres, venues and festivals sell tickets through their own websites and box offices.
Updated October 2026
Book direct
The safest way to buy is through the venue’s own website or box office. Resale sites may charge far more.
The May festivals
The Brighton Festival and Brighton Fringe fill the city in May; book popular shows early.
Questions and answers
When is the Brighton Festival?
The 2027 festival runs from 1 to 23 May (brightonfestival.org).