EVENTS
The Black Lion has its roots firmly in the Brighton live music scene
Step into a world where the music never stops and the energy is always high.
Our events bring together the best of live DJs, live music, and an unbeatable atmosphere—whether you're dancing under the garden lights or soaking up the sounds inside.
From the pulse of UK Garage and House to the feel-good grooves of Disco and Afrobeats, we deliver a soundtrack that keeps the crowd moving and the party alive. Expect vibrant spaces, friendly faces, and unforgettable nights built around rhythm, connection, and pure joy.
The place you stayed too late because you forgot to go home.
Upcoming events.
Saturdays at Black Lion
Saturday nights at Black Lion are a guaranteed vibe. Pure weekend energy, no filler. Late-night party with proper music and zero nonsense.
Fridays at Black Lion
Fridays at The Black Lion hit different. Expect hip hop, R&B afrobeats, house, garage, and disco.
Thursdays at Black Lion
Join us at Black Lion as we turn up the volume with rotating live bands bringing high-energy, floor-filling covers that’ll have you dancing from the first chord to the last encore.
Saturdays at Black Lion
Saturday nights at Black Lion are a guaranteed vibe. Pure weekend energy, no filler. Late-night party with proper music and zero nonsense.
Fridays at Black Lion
Fridays at The Black Lion hit different. Expect hip hop, R&B afrobeats, house, garage, and disco.
Thursdays at Black Lion
Join us at Black Lion as we turn up the volume with rotating live bands bringing high-energy, floor-filling covers that’ll have you dancing from the first chord to the last encore.
Smitherene
Expect the very best breaking bands, an incredible atmosphere, and a few very special guests.
Nicholson
With more than ten years DJing in Brighton, London & Paris, Nicholson proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dancefloor.
Smitherene
Expect the very best breaking bands, an incredible atmosphere, and a few very special guests.
Lewis Wright
Bridging HipHop & Grime to UKG & House music, Lewis is guaranteed to give you a seriously no nonsense night out.
Smitherene
Expect the very best breaking bands, an incredible atmosphere, and a few very special guests.
Fridays at Black Lion
Fridays at The Black Lion hit different. Expect hip hop, R&B afrobeats, house, garage, and disco.
Thursdays at Black Lion
Join us at Black Lion as we turn up the volume with rotating live bands bringing high-energy, floor-filling covers that’ll have you dancing from the first chord to the last encore.
Party People Society Bank Holiday Takeover
Party People Society are bringing the heat to The Black Lion garden for a special Bank Holiday takeover!
Jamz Supernova
The legend that is Jamz Supernova is heading to Brighton to relaunch this iconic party spot. Expect one BIG night out to celebrate the return of Black Lion to the city’s party scene.
Fridays at Black Lion
Fridays at The Black Lion hit different. Expect hip hop, R&B afrobeats, house, garage, and disco.
Louise Fidella & Sophie Joy
Louise Fidelia and Sophie Joy are hitting Black Lion for the very first night at the start of a new chapter. We’ll see ya on the dancefloor.
DJ KYRI
DJ KYRI
Make it stand out
Kyri brings it every weekend.
Get ready to move, sing, and vibe all night long! Join us at Black Lion. Where the drinks are flying out, the dance floor is hot, and the music waves through your soul!
Expect a high-energy mix of disco, timeless classics, hip hop anthems, and pop bangers—the perfect soundtrack for your ultimate night out. Whether you’re throwing it back with the legends or singing along to today’s hits, Kyri will keep the party alive til late.
📆 7th February
📍Black Lion, Brighton
⏰10pm-3am
🎟️ NO ENTRY FEE
Bring your pals, grab a bev, let’s dance the night away! See you friday on the floor!
LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
The Usual are a lively 5 piece band from Brighton who bring a serious amount of energy to every one of their shows! Come and get that Friday feeling every TIME only at The Black Lion!
9PM - LATE
FREE ENTRY
Live Music | Brighton Bands | Live Music Brighton | Weeknight Night | Late Nights | Beer | Brighton Pubs | Brighton Nightlife | Beer Garden | Heated Booths | Food | Brighton Music | Live Band | Brighton Gigs|
R KiD 10pm till 3am
R KID one of our new kids on the block, however you may have seen him in the summer in our garden. Come check out his set and get lost within the night of Mixing & cutting together Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and everything in between..
Party Jams for Party People!!
Adam Ede and The Repeat Offenders! 9.30pm till late
Adam Ede and the repeat offenders will playing everything from funk, soul, hip-hop, blues, indie, rock and stonking grooves for you to sing and dance to……
Free
9.30pm till late
Sammy the Human Jukebox
Sammy returns to the black lion with guitar in hand, ready to take on your requests, bringing improvised fun with some musical magic. Combining Beatboxing, singing and a guitar, Sammy is a one man duke box.
10pm till late
FREE
LIVE MUSIC FROM THE ICE CREAM SUNDAES - 9PM til LATE
The weekend’s not over ‘til we say it is!!
Come get funky and groove along to your favorite hits to round off your weekend - with live swinging music from the Ice Cream Sundaes.
Keeping Sundays cool.
9pm - late
free entry!
Live music | Good vibes | Sunday sessions | Open late | What’s on Brighton | Live band | Things to do Brighton | Pubs Brighton | Brighton bars | Going out | Party night | Events | Sunday night | This weekend | Brighton nightlife | Night out Brighton
DJ MYRIAD - 10PM TIL 3AM
DJ Myriad - A household name in the Manchester party scene, Myriad brings a taste of the north to the south coast! Expect party jams and rocking dancefloor.
10PM - 3AM
FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT!
Live music | Good vibes | DJ sessions | Open late | What’s on Brighton | Live DJ | Things to do Brighton | Pubs Brighton | Brighton Bars | Going out | Party night | Events | Club Nights | Brighton Nightlife|
SWEET LIKE CHOCOLATE - 10PM TIL 3AM
the sweet like chocolate crew return to the black lion for a night old school r&b, hip-hop, reggae, uk garage, dancehall & old school house. the guys have been around the block and back again supporting some of the biggest name in the uk dance music scene. pure old school vibes all night. big tunes & a top vibes! not one to miss.
10pm - 3am
free entry all night!
Live music | Good vibes | DJ sessions | Open late | What’s on Brighton | Live DJ | Things to do Brighton | Pubs Brighton | Brighton Bars | Going out | Party night | Events | Club Nights | Brighton Nightlife
MAROTS BAND 9.30pm
“We're The Marmots and we're not just any cover band; We're a powerhouse of sound and energy, delivering the greatest hits from the 80s and 90s with a fresh, electrifying twist. Our shows are packed with fun, nostalgia, and non-stop dancing."
Esme Solo singer 9.30pm till late
Esme is a Brighton based soul singer who’s not afraid to get her hands dirty with the guilty pleasures. Expect soul, Motown, disco and pop. She is happiest when letting loose in front of an audience so don’t be afraid to sing and dance along with her!
Free
9.30pm till late
LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
The Usual are a lively 5 piece band from Brighton who bring a serious amount of energy to every one of their shows! Come and get that Friday feeling every TIME only at The Black Lion!
9PM - LATE
FREE ENTRY
Live Music | Brighton Bands | Live Music Brighton | Weeknight Night | Late Nights | Beer | Brighton Pubs | Brighton Nightlife | Beer Garden | Heated Booths | Food | Brighton Music | Live Band | Brighton Gigs|
DJ HANDSOME10AM - 3AM
the black lion is the only place to be this payday weekend!
DJ HANDSOME will be shelling the finest in hip-hop, R&b, disco, house, garage and everything in between. you can expect a packed dance floor and non-stop party anthems!
10pm - 3am
Free entry all night!
Live music | Good vibes | DJ sessions | Open late | What’s on Brighton | Live DJ | Things to do Brighton | Pubs Brighton | Brighton Bars | Going out | Party night | Events | Club Nights | Brighton Nightlife