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The Brighton Dome

Big touring acts and orchestral nights in town

6.2/10

Local score

No. 10 of 25 places to visit on r/brighton, from 14 locals across 14 threads.

100% would send a mate. Still recommended in 2026.

Locals point to the Dome for big touring acts and orchestral concerts (including the London Philharmonic), spoken word nights, and shows like the Brighton Gay Men's Chorus, calling it a 'great venue with a great sounding system'. It's also hosted immersive exhibitions like the Van Gogh experience, and is regularly suggested alongside Theatre Royal and Komedia for a night out.

Go for
Big touring gigs, orchestral shows and spoken word

What locals say

…fee per person). Luna Hut sauna is great, especially in winter when it gets cold. The one near Kemptown seafront is £8 for 30 minutes and is very welcoming. Comedy acts are great at Komedia, or if you’re into theatre or live music then keep an eye out for tickets at the Brighton Dome or Theatre Royal. Long walks if you fancy it. Try the walk from Brighton to Peacehaven and stop by the Y the Yemeni coffee shop in Peacehaven. It’s a nice treat at the end of the walk with lovely pastries and cakes. There’s a coastal bus that can take you back if don’t want to walk back. If into…
u/Dry_Tax_3475, 202542 upvotes“Help! We've exhausted all the classic Brighton date nights and need some weird and wonderful inspiration for tomorrow!!!!”
…(Ditchling Road). Go along Western Road and stand with one foot in Hove. Go to The Pipeline pub, put Ozzy Osbourne on the dukebox and order a beer. Enjoy heavy metal in a 250 year old building. Walk up to Kemptown and enjoy a Drag Queen show. Get tickets to something at Brighton Dome Theatre.
u/Dancinglemming, 20218 upvotes“First time in Brighton, any places recommended as a must see/go?”
Green Door Store, Hope & Ruin, Prince Albert are great small venues for live music - perfect for bands that aren't mainstream, and they are pretty cool/vibey places especially GDS & H&R. depend son who is playing though. If you want bigger more well known stuff then check out the Brighton Dome - Lots of big and good acts play there and again its a great venue with a great sounding System. The Concorde 2 is another good choice. Check out their listings, all depends on what kind of music/band/act you wanna hear/see. If you wanna go clubbing I'm too old for that shit so I can't properly…
u/oryx1138, 20173 upvotes“ideas for a very last minute low key hen do?”
…Royal Pavillion. Palace Pier. The Lanes (another shopping area). Boat trip from the Marina. Rent a kayak/paddle board if the sea is calm. Get the bus to Devils Dyke or Cuckmere Haven. Live shows ranging from local bands playing for free in a pub to the London Philharmonic at Brighton Dome, there are tons of smaller venues.
u/Kiss_The_Alderman, 20246 upvotes“Visiting for the first time, advice?”

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