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🐦 Tacos, Tattoos & Vintage Finds

🐦 Tacos, Tattoos & Vintage Finds

Kemptown’s greenest coffee spot, authentic market tacos & a weekend of Lego, ink and Adele

Ben Watkins
February 27, 2026

Happy Friday, Brighton!

As March arrives and Spring (hopefully) brings some more sun, we’ve got a healthy heaping of events for you to choose from and get out and about this weekend. We’ve also got a new opening in Kemptown that’s mixing plants, gluten-free cakes and gift cards, as well as an Open Market institution that has the best Tacos in Brighton.

Here’s what’s squawking this week:

🌿 New Kemptown plant sanctuary & GF bakery
🌮 Authentic 40-ingredient Mole at the Open Market
👗 Vintage markets, Lego & rock pool challenges
🖋️ Tattoo conventions, Adele tributes & suprise movies

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27/2/2026 - 1/3/2026

👗 Curated Market

🕣 Saturday 28 Feb
📍 The Lighthouse, 28 Kensington Street

Timeless Wear and Luckystar are pulling together their favourite independent designers and second-hand stores for an exclusive pop-up. It's a hand-picked shopping experience designed for those looking for genuinely unique vintage finds.

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🇵🇸 Benefit Night for Palestine International Medical Aid

🕣 19:30, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Railway Social Club

A night filled with music, food, and community spirit raising vital funds for international medical aid. It’s a chance to gather for a powerful cause in one of the city's classic social hubs.

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🧱 Brick Tour Lego

🕣 10:00, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Moulsecoomb Community Centre

Two lifelong Lego fans are hosting a massive celebration of the brick to showcase the creativity and well-being benefits of building. Expect rare sets, family-friendly challenges, and plenty of inspiration for builders of all ages.

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🖋️ Brighton Tattoo Convention

🕣 Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Brighton Centre

The 17th annual convention returns with a stacked lineup of the best tattoo artists from around the globe. Alongside the ink, you'll find competitions, workshops, traders, and legendary parties that take over the city.

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🕯️ Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele

🕣 21:00, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Royal Pavilion

Experience Adele’s most soulful hits performed by a string quartet under the glow of thousands of candles. It’s a multi-sensory musical journey held inside the most awe-inspiring room in Brighton.

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🤠 Country & Western Events

🕣 19:30, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Brighton Racecourse

Get your Stetson ready for a night of live country music from the Tennessee Whisky Duo and a dedicated country DJ. There’s even a 30-minute line dancing session to get everyone involved in the spirit of the South.

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🎤 Pierre Novellie: You Sit There, I'll Stand Here

🕣 19:30, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 The Old Market

The Frank Skinner and BudPod co-host brings his high-brow but hilarious observations to Hove. It’s a sharp, fast-paced hour of stand-up from one of the most consistent performers on the UK circuit.

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📽️ Duke's After Dark: Surprise Movie

🕣 23:00, Saturday 28 Feb
📍 Duke of York's Picturehouse

The late-night movie club returns with a top-secret cult classic that won’t be revealed until the lights go down. Attendees can expect a live intro to the film alongside special cocktails, zines, and badges for a proper cinematic experience.

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🌿 Gladys & Ethel’s

St George’s Road has a charming new resident that’s equal parts lush plant sanctuary, coffee hideaway, and curated gift shop. It’s a heartfelt tribute to owner Stuart’s grandmothers: Gladys, who taught him to bake, and Ethel, who sparked his green thumb. Since Stuart also runs The Artisan Cakery just down the road, you can bet the cakes here are top-tier, plus, they’re all gluten-free, including their bread.

The shop has been a hit since its grand opening just last weekend, stocking everything from trailing African Violets and Xanthosoma Mint to cards by Ornament Art. It’s already cemented itself as one of those dangerous spots where you pop in for a quick flat white and emerge with a box of chocolate eggs and a gift for yourself you never knew you needed. Keep an eye on this spot; Stuart has plenty more planned for the year ahead, and it’s already blending in as a Kemptown staple.

📍 10 St James’s Rd, Kemptown
⏰ 10am-3pm (Sat-Wed), 10am-4pm (Thu-Fri)
🧑‍💻 Their Instagram

🌮 Casazul

If you’re wandering through the Open Market and catch a scent of smoky chillies and slow-cooked pork, just follow your nose to Unit 45. Casazul has been a staple here since 2019, and owner Gabriel is famous for serving up some of the most authentic Mexican flavours in the city with a massive smile. It’s a family-run, zero-waste operation that proves you don’t need a fancy sit-down setting to produce world-class food. The vibe is fast, friendly, and properly vibrant, perfect for a quick market lunch with the best Tacos in town.

The menu is very vegan-friendly, with a mirror option for every meat option, meaning every meat dish has a dedicated vegan twin, so you’ll never feel like your missing out. Their Chicken Mole is a masterpiece made with over 40 ingredients (including nuts and bitter chocolate, the key ingredient of Mole), but the vegan Cauliflower Mole is just as complex and delicious. If you’re into heat, try the Beef Colorado or the Oyster Mushroom version, both smothered in a roasted chilli sauce that’ll stay with you. Prices are a total steal at around £12 for three loaded tacos, and you can even grab a refreshing hibiscus Jamaica or a creamy Horchata to wash it all down.

Plus, if you can’t make it to the market, you can actually bring the Casazul magic into your own kitchen with their DIY taco kits, delivered across the city. They sell everything from 1kg bags of nixtamalized corn tortillas to their signature slow-cooked fillings and fiery Salsa Macha online. It’s the foodie’s dream Friday night in, especially since their ‘Cochinita Pibil’ kits come with all the pickled onions and black beans you need to look like a pro. Whether you’re eating at the market window or at your coffee table, it’s easily some of the best value, high-quality cooking in Brighton.

📍 Unit 45, Open Market
⏰ 11-5pm (Mon-Sat) 12-4pm (Sun)
🧑‍💻 Menu’s & Online Shop

27/2/2026 - 1/3/2026

Friday

🕯️ Candlelight: Fleetwood Mac & ABBA
19:00 & 21:00 @ Royal Pavilion
Two spectacular tributes under the gentle glow of candlelight, covering everything from Dreams to Dancing Queen. More Info

💅 Natalie Cassidy: Live With Nat
15:30 @ The Forge Comedy Club
The ultimate hun Natalie Cassidy brings her hit podcast to the stage for a matinee filled with laughter and potential family cameos. More Info

⭐ Komedia Comedy Club
20:00 @ Komedia
Three top acts and a professional MC take to the stage at Brighton's multi-award-winning independent comedy institution. More Info

🎷 Jazz at St Andrews: Dave O'Higgins
17:30 @ St Andrew's Church
The acclaimed saxophonist presents his "Monkin Around" project, exploring the compositions of Thelonious Monk in an atmospheric setting. More Info

🐛 Eric Carle Stories
11:00 @ Ropetackle Arts Centre
A charming animated production bringing The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other classics to life for younger viewers. More Info

❓ Saltdean Lido's First Quiz Night
19:00 @ Saltdean Lido
Join the Lido’s inaugural brain-teaser evening for a night of friendly competition and trivia. More Info

⚽ Active Future Futsal Academy
18:30 @ Longhill Sports Centre
A fast-paced indoor football session for children aged 8-13 focused on technique and quick thinking with free tasters available. More Info

Saturday

🕯️ Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen
21:00 @ Royal Pavilion
A multi-sensory string quartet performance of Queen’s greatest hits, from Bohemian Rhapsody to We Are The Champions. More Info

🎭 ShortForMania
19:30 @ The Yellow Book
Brighton’s only improv team (kind of) combines short-form, long-form, and sketch for a night of smart, relevant comedy. More Info

🖼️ Stratified: Memory, Material & Meaning
Saturday & Sunday, 11:30am – 4:30pm @ The Vault / Mid Street Lab
John Lymer’s contemporary exhibition explores the layered reality of making art where process and uncertainty remain visible. More Info

🦀 The Big Rock Pool Challenge
13:30 @ Ovingdean Beach
Become a citizen scientist for the afternoon by exploring local rock pools and connecting with our coastal environment. More Info

🍸 Brighton Gin Cocktail Masterclass
12:30 @ Bottom’s Rest
Learn the art of mixology by tasting local spirits and shaking up your own Basil Smash and Vodka Cosmo. More Info

🔥 Forge Comedy Club
20:00 @ The Forge Comedy Club
Visit TripAdvisor’s No.1 comedy club in the city for a pro-show featuring a top-tier mystery lineup. More Info

🧪 The Comedy Experiment
16:00 @ Caroline of Brunswick
Afternoon comedy featuring a famous TV headliner working on new material—plus happy hour drinks all afternoon. More Info

🤝 Meet, Mingle, and Make Art!
14:00 @ Inn On The Square
A creative social for artists and art-lovers featuring icebreakers, art games, and peer support in a relaxed pub setting. More Info

🎸 Brighton Beach Boys: Bob Dylan Tribute
20:00 @ Ropetackle Arts Centre
A unique take on the works of the world's most influential songwriter, spanning protest songs, folk, and rock anthems. More Info

✨ Funny Women Live
20:00 @ Komedia
Showcasing the best in female-identifying and non-binary talent, featuring circuit pros and the brightest upcoming stars. More Info

🎙️ Esther Manito at The Secret Comedy Club
19:00 @ Artista
The award-winning headliner leads an intimate Saturday night lineup at Brighton's best-rated small comedy venue. More Info

Sunday

🏆 Chortle Student Comedy Award Semi-Final
19:30 @ Komedia
See the next generation of comedy stars vying for a place in the 2026 final—previous finalists include Joe Lycett and Phil Wang. More Info

🏳️‍🌈 Down the Hatch Comedy Club
19:00 @ Komedia
A monthly night of queer and alternative comedy hosted by resident MC Lee Peart in the intimate basement venue. More Info

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