Nightlife In Brighton: 8 Clubs You Need To Visit

Brighton is well-known for having a thriving nightlife scene, arguably the best in the South-East (outside of London). However, it can be hard to figure out which clubs on which nights are the ideal scene for your group. Having lived in Brighton for four years as a student and as a result having been to most clubs on a variety of nights at least once, here are my recommendations for Brighton’s best clubs and their best events.

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Club Revenge

Club Revenge, simply known as ‘Revenge’ by locals, is unmissable whether you’re a local, a university fresher or a queer tourist in Brighton looking for the best clubs in the city. It is the biggest LGBTQ+ venue on the South Coast and has gained an iconic status among the queer community both within Brighton and further afield.

Open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:30 pm until late, Revenge is an exciting and friendly venue for everyone who supports the LGBTQ community or is a part of it, hosting a variety of events throughout the week, including student nights on Thursdays, and drink deals throughout the week before 12:30 am.

The venue is spread over two floors with the main dancefloor, playing cheesy pop classics, and stage for the drag performances on Level One and a smaller dancefloor usually playing more techno music on Level Two. The smoking terrace on the roof has gorgeous views of the seafront, including the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. Revenge is a guaranteed good time for everyone and is one not to be missed.

Address: 32-34 Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1EL

Website: https://www.revenge.co.uk/club-revenge/

The Green Door Store

Tucked away just below Brighton station, Green Door Store is one of the favourite clubs among Brighton locals of all ages. Though it is more often used as a live music venue, it becomes a thriving nightclub on the weekends with a rotation of events on Fridays and a long-standing 80s night on Saturdays that plays constant crowd-pleasers until the early hours.

The cobbled floors and arched ceilings add to the venue’s unique and alternative feel, and the staff are eager to make everyone feel welcome no matter what, pushing an ethos of inclusivity that is a cornerstone to the Brighton way of life. Green Door Store is arguably one of the best clubs in Brighton and is without a doubt worth a visit.

Address: Units 2, 3, & 4, Trafalgar Arches, Lower Goods Yard, Brighton Railway Station, BN1 4FQ

Website: https://thegreendoorstore.co.uk

Chalk

Previously known and loved as The Haunt, Chalk is another one of the most infamous clubs in Brighton, appealing to a variety of audiences while still managing to embrace the city’s quirky and alternative atmosphere.

Chalk is open every Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday until 4 am and hosts many differently-themed nights, from indie nights on Mondays to disco nights on Saturdays. Every night has numerous generous drink deals running both up until 12:30 am and throughout the night to save your bank account.

Chalk is known as a favourite among Brighton’s young people for its club nights, but it also hosts live music throughout the rest of the week and has in the past year hosted a variety of well-known and up-and-coming artists, including Maisie Peters, Leith Ross, Anne-Marie, and Nothing But Thieves. Whatever the night, it’s hard to miss with Chalk.

Address: 13 Pool Valley, Brighton, BN1 1NJ

Website: https://chalkvenue.com

Casablanca Jazz Club

Casablanca is a jazz club, located in Brighton’s South Lanes, that has a well-earned reputation as being a lively and exciting late-night venue. On the first floor is a charming bar area for those after a more laid-back vibe, but it’s downstairs that is often the main attraction.

Wednesdays and Thursdays see a live band taking to the stage to play covers of everyone’s favourite club hits, meaning you can enjoy your standard night out with a fun difference. Thursdays are the main student nights, with special drink deals available and £5 entry all night. Casablanca is another firm favourite with students and once you visit, it won’t be hard to see why.

Address: 5 Middle Street, Brighton, BN1 1AL

Website: https://www.casasclub.co.uk

Concorde 2

Concorde 2 is one of Brighton’s best-known live music venues, but it also hosts many popular club nights and DJ sets. However, its most infamous event is without a doubt Polyglamorous.

Previously hosted at Chalk, Polyglamorous takes place on the first Friday of every month and is a celebration of all things queer. Every month has a different theme and features a rotating cast of phenomenal drag performers, as well as pop and queer anthems for you to dance the night away in a safe and inclusive environment that doesn’t simply tolerate queer people, but celebrates them and the importance of queer joy.

Polyglamorous is, in my opinion, Concorde’s star attraction and everyone should experience it at least once, though once you’ve been to one, it’s likely you’ll never want to miss another.

Address: 286A Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1EN

Website: https://www.concorde2.co.uk

Patterns

Found on Brighton’s iconic seafront, Patterns in Kemptown has a lot to offer. Upstairs is a bar serving a variety of beers, wines, and spirits, as well as cocktails for anyone who wants a more chilled vibe for their evening. Their ground floor and basement club rooms are where the excitement happens, however.

As well as a variety of live music events and guest DJ sets, Patterns frequently plays host to club nights such as Freshers events from as little as £2 entry, making it perfect for students on a budget. On Fridays, they host a ‘FNKY FRDY’ event, where selected DJs will play a carefully crafted selection of funk, soul, and much more. With £5 doubles on house spirits all night, it’s a great event for anyone looking to kickstart their weekend with a bang while also saving money.

Address: 10 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TL

Website: https://patternsbrighton.com

The Mash Tun

Although Mash Tun is technically a pub, its late-night atmosphere qualifies it for a place on this list in my opinion. Open until 2 am Monday-Thursday and until 3 am Friday and Saturday, Mash is often the destination of many a student on a night out looking for a good time and a lively atmosphere.

While in the day this pub is filled with people who are sat down with drinks, by night their iconic red LEDs come on and the tables are pushed back to create a dance floor for you to dance to your heart’s content. With DJs throughout the week and discounts on selected drinks for students, Mash is a fantastic lively venue and a guaranteed great night out.

Address: 1 Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UE

Website: https://www.mashtun.pub

Komedia

Komedia is a part of the Duke of York’s cinema chain and although it is more famous for that and its live events, it also hosts a number of fantastic themed club nights. Lately, they’ve played host to Gal Pals, the club night exclusively for women and non-binary people and an important safe space to also have fun, as well as emo nights and even a Rocky Horror-themed night.

The one event, however, that Komedia consistently sells out is Swiftoggedon, a night solely dedicated to the music of Taylor Swift. Every single event is sold out by the time it happens and has queues stretching down the street for Swifties to enjoy four hours of pure Taylor, from her top hits to fan favourites to the deep cuts. It’s a fantastic night where everyone feels safe and welcome and is able to bond over one common interest and a great place to make friends. Komedia is a great space to host this incredible event and I wholeheartedly recommend it.

Address: 44-47 Gardner Street, Brighton, BN1 1UN

Website: https://www.komedia.co.uk/brighton/