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The Aquarium IT’S A BIG one for Vavoom as their fifth birthday approaches later in the month, but in the meantime head down there on Saturdays as they offer the perfect place for a drink whether it be pre-club, postclub, or indeed any time of the night. They celebrate the Bank Holiday on Sat 2 May with a mega marathon of a night, and on Sat 9 May they’re glamming it up for a superstar theme. Midweek shenanigans in the upstairs lounge include their regular Wednesday karaoke night and party music at the weekends. www.vavoom.co.uk
Wild Fruit MAY BANK holiday season gets everyone in the swing for sumWildand Fruit mer of course Brighton clubbing institution Wild Fruit comes up with the goods! On Sun 3 May it’s The Wild Fruit Sex Saloon, so think cowboy hats, chaps, and well, very little else! The Wild Fruit residents are joined by international production superstars Prok & Fitch, with London’s Trannyshack in Bamboogy and urban grooves in the back room. Afterhours action comes courtesy of the Rebel Residents at Honeyclub from 3am. www.wildfruit.co.uk
THE TEAM AT The Aquarium Theatre Bar is putting on a workshop for those who feel underconfident about singing karaoke, or who want to improve their live perThe Aquarium formance skills. On Sat 15 May from 10am - 1pm this workshop covers vocal technique, mic technique and stage presence. Places are limited, so contact Ben on 01273 605525 if you’d like to get involved. Other nights include open mic and karaoke on Thursdays and Saturdays and live vocalist Janet December features every Friday. Special cabaret this fortnight is Dave Lynn on Sun 3 May and Diane James on Sun 10 May. www.the-aquarium-theatre-bar.co.uk
The Marlborough THE MARLBOROUGH CONTINUES to offer a wide range of weekly events as well as being the Brighton’s gay scene’s traditional theatre. Friday and Saturday nights see DJs take over the bar and theatre whilst Sundays are for relaxation, the only place in town where you can bring your dog for a roast after a stroll on the beach with the Marlborough Dog Walking Group. As evening draws in Sundays are the Marly’s Quiz Night. This friendly boozer really has something for everyone as Mondays are trans night, Tuesdays and Wednesdays offer traditional pub games nights with darts and pool, whilst Thursday is Open mic. Upcoming special events include Marlborough Motherf***er on Thursday 7 May: sheer queer decadence featuring the finest nu-gay celebutantes of London and Brighton. The Fringe Festival also finds a home in the theatre throughout May with a huge amount of exciting performances. www.the-marlborough.co.uk
The Star Inn JOIN MARIA and her bears any night of the week for some good old fashioned pub fun, hearty pub lunches, happy hours and the big quiz every Thursday at 9pm. It’d be rude not to stop in for a drink on your way round gay Brighton at the weekend, or try their delicious roast dinners on Sunday nights. Also watch out for the pizza and beer night, coming soon for Fridays, and a Eurovision party on Sat 16 May. The Star inn
The Caledonian THE CALEDONIAN is a hidden gem, beneath the Marina West Hotel on the seafront, on the way down to Hove. Each week there is a fab line-up of events including karaoke every Friday and a piano bar every Saturday night. Plus, every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night is Bar 250, with pints, bottles and double house spirit and mixers at just £2.50 all day! The Caledonian is open from 5pm ‘til late on the weekends, and from 6pm during the week, www.marinawest.com
The Kings Arms BRIGHTON’S NEWEST men’s pub, The Kings Arms on George Street, is planned to open for Fri 1 May, with a host of great nights to cater for bears, cubs, otters and their admirers. Sat 2 May is the pre-party for the brand new men only night at Charles Street Club, Gladiator, and the weekend of Fri 8 May and Sat 9 May is the Brighton Bear, Cub and Otter Weekender. The official launch party weekend kicks off on Fri 15 May with guest DJs, a free buffet, CD giveaways and much more. www.kingsarmsbrighton. co.uk
Revenge REVENGE SUMMER season of events has just kicked off, and you can now check out Sound As A Pound every Tuesday night where most drinks are just £1 and you are in with a chance to win the door money! Something brand new for the scene is Altitude, a rave night of big dance tunes and high-energy remixes now upstairs from Lollipop every Friday night. Girls On Top gets a double helping of extra girly antics on the Bank Holiday Sundays, whilst LGBrighTon host Mr and Miss Gay Student Brighton at Payday 80s theme party on Tues 4 May, nicely finishing off their big weekend. www.revenge.co.uk
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Sunday Sundae FINALLY! TERRACE action is back every week for the summer season as Sunday Sundae takes over Audio every Sunday from 6pm. The launch party was packed last week! There’s a free Barbeque and happy hour for early birds, plus a top roster of local DJs. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine with a Pimms in hand, or sample the expertly made cocktails. www.aeonevents.co.uk
r-bar THIS SEAFRONT bar is still offering all drinks at £1.99 every day of the week! On Thursdays it’s even cheaper and on Fridays you can win your next round free. You can also enjoy a wide range of entertainment every night of the week, such as Miss Jason’s Barmy Bingo (with a massive cash jackpot) on Sundays, as well as afternoon sessions from acoustic artists.