The next events
Get ready to rhyme, rap and ROAR with laughter! Former Children’s Laureate and poetry icon Michael Rosen has teamed up with award-winning rapping teacher & World Book Day ambassador, MC Grammar, for an action-packed musical showdown. This unmissable family show pits Raps against Rhymes in a high-energy, laugh-filled musical celebration of words. https://brightonfestival.org/whats-on/XmM-michael-rosen-mc-grammar-ridiculous-raps-rhymes/
May 3, 2026
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May 3, 2026
2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Church Street,
Brighton Dome Concert Hall,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UG
Explore Lancing Prep Hove at Our May Open Morning Choosing the right school is an important decision, and at Lancing Prep Hove we offer a warm, nurturing environment where children from Pre-School to Year 8 grow into confident, curious and caring learners. Our family-focused community values academic excellence, personal development and exceptional pastoral care in […]
May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026
10:00 am
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12:00 pm
Lancing Prep Hove,
The Droveway,
Hove,
East Sussex,
bn3 6LU
Join award-winning writer Patrice Lawrence to learn about her critically acclaimed series The Elemental Detectives. Expect surprises at every turn as Patrice discusses the real-life inspirations behind her work, the pride and vibrancy of mixed heritage, and shares invaluable tips on crafting your own compelling story. About Patrice Lawrence Patrice Lawrence writes for children and adults […]
May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026
1:30 pm
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3:30 pm
Church Street,
Brighton Dome Concert Hall,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UG
Come and dance, skip and twirl your way through a joyful family ceilidh, designed especially for young children and their grown-ups. With live folk music from Spriggan, bringing together Irish, English, Scottish and Eastern European traditions, this is a lively, welcoming introduction to the magic of folk music and dance. You’ll be gently guided through […]
May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026
2:30 pm
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4:00 pm
Ropetackle Arts Centre,
Little High Street,
Shoreham-by-Sea,
West Sussex,
BN43 5EG
Join award-winning author and illustrator Liz Pichon as she celebrates 15 years of the multi-million bestselling Tom Gates series and takes you into the world of The Mubbles with drawing, games, storytelling and more. The Brilliant World of Tom Gates celebrates 15 years in 2026 and new book Pesky Pets and Parties (Hopefully) is the […]
May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026
2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Church Street,
Brighton Dome Concert Hall,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UG
The fantastically funny, relatable and CHART-TOPPING Lottie Brooks diary series, by number one bestselling author and illustrator Katie Kirby, is filled with first experiences, friendship fails, embarrassing moments and plenty of laughs. And so is this event! Lottie’s done with embarrassing herself. There can’t possibly be any more ways to do it! Right? https://brightonfestival.org/whats-on/Xmq-katie-kirby-lottie-brookss-diary/
May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026
11:00 am
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