Brighton Festival 2-24 May

Day out in Sussex this May? Why not attend one of the many events that the 42nd Brighton Festival is holding in many venues in Brighton and Hove.

With 26 premieres and exclusives, including 7 events commissioned by Brighton Festival, plus 11 free outdoor events, this year’s Brighton Festival promises three weeks of serious fun for all ages.

We have highlighted two events:

• 2 May - Childrens Parade @ 10.30am from Sydney street to Maderia drive. This years theme is the elements (earth, air, fire and water) over 4,000 participants from 70 schools will parade in costumes through the citys streets to the beat of samba
• 14-17 May - Preston Manor hosts an open-air promenade performance of Alice in Wonderland through its magical walled garden.

More details see www.brightonfestival.org