This Valentine’s Day, whether you’re taking yourself on a solo date, going on a first date, celebrating with your significant other(s) or spending time with friends, at WeLoveBrighton we’ve got you covered.
At the start of the year, many of us have been on a tighter budget post-Christmas, so here’s our pick of the best free or cheap things to do this Valentine’s Day (Friday, February 14) in Brighton and Hove.
Free or cheap daytime Valentine’s Day date ideas in Brighton
If you’re looking for free or cheap daytime date ideas on Valentine’s Day in Brighton, Hove and surrounding areas then here are some ideas.
Free walks and nature spots near Brighton
There are plenty of walks in Brighton and surrounding areas. The Brighton Coastal Path walk is five miles from Brighton Pier to Southwick and the Undercliff Walk runs three miles from near Asda at Brighton Marina to Saltdean. Another popular walk is Brighton to Lewes, which is seven miles. If you walk to Lewes, there is currently a Grayson Perry exhibition at The Charleston in Southover Road until March 9 and tickets are from £5.50 or £2.75 for students and under 30s (Free for under 18s).
Brighton’s nature spots include Stanmer Park, Devil’s Dyke and Ditchling Beacon, while Preston Park or Queen’s Park offer greenery to enjoy slightly closer to the city centre.
Watch the starling Murmurations
The best things in life are free and one of Brighton’s best free things from November to March is arguably watching the starling murmurations over Brighton Pier. Quite romantic too if you like. For the best chance of seeing this wonder of nature, make your way onto the pier or the beach nearby about half an hour before sunset. The sun will set at 5.16 pm on February 14 in Brighton so the best time will be 4.46 pm.
Mooch around the Lanes
One of my favourite things to do when people visit Brighton is just to have a wander around the North Laine and The Lanes. Visiting Snoopers Paradise is essential, and so much fun. Why not challenge one another to find something random – something toucan-themed for example, or the most unusual?
There are also several free art galleries, particularly in The Lanes. One of my favourites is the Liberation Art Gallery on Meeting House Lane.
Free or cheap museums in Brighton
You can visit the Booth Museum of Natural History in Dyke Road and Hove Museum of Creativity in New Church Road, Hove for free. Rampion Visitor Centre, Kings Road Arches is also free and another favourite is Brighton Toy and Model Museum in Trafalgar Street with tickets from £5.
Free or cheap evening Valentine’s Day date ideas in Brighton
Cult Classics Figure Drawing: Love in Space
This immersive event will feature costumed models, themed sets and playful surprises. Essentially, it’s a Valentine-themed event where you’ll get to draw. All levels of experience are welcome. Doors open at 7.15 pm to start at 7.30 ppm
Address: The DRAW Studio, New England House, Brighton, BN1 4GH
Tickets: £13 (£10 concessions): https://www.draw-brighton.co.uk/timetable/event/cult-classics-figure-drawing-love-in-space—02-14-2025
Music and Dancing
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday, which means weekday workers can have a big night out and lie in on Saturday should they wish.
Brighton Music Hall
Brighton Music Hall is a seafront staple of a night out in the city, with free music and free karaoke booths (booking recommended) at the largest beach terrace in the UK. Local artists play from 11 am to 8 pm, with DJs until late on Fridays, Saturdays and Bank Holidays.
Address: Brighton Music Hall, Kings Road Arches, Brighton, BN1 2FN
Website: https://www.brightonmusichall.co.uk/
Brighton’s Alternative Valentines: Singles and Sidekicks
Over at Shelter Hall, there will be live music by Milkshake, a DJ playing R&B, two-for-one cocktails and traffic light straws at an alternative Valentine’s event. Tickets are free but are going fast so book via the link or DM Shelter Hall on Instagram. The event runs from 7 pm to midnight.
Address: Shelter Hall, Kings Road Arches, Brighton, BN1 1NB
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brightons-alternative-valentines-singles-and-sidekicks-tickets-1204683082529
Gal Pals: Prom!
Women, trans and non-binary babes unite for Gal Pals, a queer dance party playing female-fronted pop, hip-hop, R&B and queer bangers. This is an intentional queer space and the theme is prom. There will be a photo booth for attendees to capture their fabulous outfits. The event runs from 11 pm to 3 am.
Address: Komedia, 44-47 Gardner St, Brighton, BN1 1UN
Tickets from £5.50: https://dice.fm/partner/komedia/event/bbpkav-gal-pals-prom-14th-feb-komedia-brighton-brighton-tickets
Bad Decisions: Music That Doesn’t Suck
Music that’s “impossible not to love” is the theme for this club night on Valentine’s Day from 11 pm to 4 am. There are lots of drink deals available, some before 12.30 am and some throughout the night. Expect dance, DNB, hip-hop, house R&B, electro, grime, drill and more.
Address: CHALK, 13 Pool Valley, Brighton, BN1 1NJ
Tickets from £6: https://chalkvenue.com/club/bad-decisions-music-that-doesnt-suck-14-02-25
Novo Speed – Love Invaders / Valentines Special
If techno, acid and trance are your bags, then get along to Patterns before midnight to get in for free. Join Novo Speed for a “hypnotic” Valentine’s party from 11 pm until 4 am. Ticket booking is recommended.
Address: Patterns, 10 Marine Parade, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1TL
Rebel Angels – Valentines Rave
There will be live experimental music and a rave featuring a DJ set by The JLB, and live music from Cikara, Coco Varda, VASCHA and mafu at The Rossi Bar from 9 pm. Advance tickets are £6.
Address: The Rossi Bar, 8 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rebel-angels-valentines-rave-tickets-1203639771959
Those Who Speak / False Life / Opaque Portals at The Pipeline
For heavy metal fans, tickets are just £6 to a one-off Friday gig at The Pipeline from 7 pm to
10 pm (Performance at 7.30 pm). Three of Brighton’s “fiercest” new bands: Those Who Speak,
False Life and Opaque Portals will be playing.
Address: The Pipeline, 6 Little Eastern Street, Brighton, BN1 1HT
Other Valentine’s-themed events in Brighton and surrounding areas
There are a few other Valentine’s events we’ve spotted that are not on February 14.
Yeah Buoy Comedy has a Valentine’s special at Bison Beer, Sea Lanes, on Thursday, February 13th.
And on Saturday, February 15, there’s free karaoke from 9 pm to 2 am and a separate Villainous
Valentine’s Show (tickets from £13.70) from 8 pm to 11 pm at Caroline of Brunswick, Ditchling
Road.
At Concorde 2, Madeira Drive, Latino Fest takes place from 11 pm to 4 am on February 15 with
tickets from £11.55.
