EVENTS

The Black Lion has its roots firmly in the Brighton live music scene, bringing you some of Brighton’s best funk, soul and covers bands. Our fantastic DJs have a simple brief: “keep 'em smiling, make 'em dance". We play anything from old-school Hip Hop and RnB to Northern Soul, Motown, Funk, Rock & Roll, Ska, Mod Revival, Indie, and Reggae guaranteeing great tunes, great atmosphere, and a great crowd!

Upcoming events.

LIVE MUSIC FROM THE ICE CREAM SUNDAES - 9PM til LATE
May
19

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

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS
May
21

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music will be joining this night soon…………………………………………………………………

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POUNDED POP! 10PM - 3AM
May
24

POUNDED POP! 10PM - 3AM

Pounded Pop! Brighton’s newest monthly mashup night comes to The Black Lion on the second Friday of every month! All the songs you know, mixed in a way you won’t! Mashups only. No originals allowed!

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 |MASH UP

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Razti  10pm till 3am
May
25

Razti 10pm till 3am

Kicking off the Saturday night vibes with our favourite guy Ratzi

Hip hop, soul, funk, garage, and more to vibe to

https://www.mixcloud.com/djratzi/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2_OW3LuQ72qbqgdR4ls5gVzN16Pcjswo8Klxj3i_QoBXywcCzmDIOaa2k_aem_AdPoAetJacfEezFXsa5BBeQZ8crYuUxMasvUDxlIymVvZKzQAin0KS1VVTcLHMj3AiAZSw_-5FmQx3c2v5EuwqTm

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LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
May
26

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|

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Sammy the Human Jukebox
May
28

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. 


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Hijink Band 9.30pm till late
May
30

Hijink Band 9.30pm till late

Hijink will be performing a mixture of pop/ funk/ rock/ 90s dance tracks, anything to get you up and dancing. Hijink are Brighton based and are professional musicians that have been together as a band and performed for 6/ 7 years together.

What a treat

Come down 9.30pm till late

Drinks deals

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DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM
May
31

DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM

LOCAL LEGEND KYRI michael returns to the black lion Bringing a seriously lively melting pot of vibes spanning many decades, spanning hip hop, disco, 80's to reggae & everything in between!

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 |

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LIVE MUSIC FROM THE ICE CREAM SUNDAES - 9PM til LATE
Jun
1

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

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music
Jun
4

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music from 9.30pm till late

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QM Records Live 8.30pm till late
Jun
6

QM Records Live 8.30pm till late

QM Records Live last Thursday of every month, brining you the best new talent of the local area and as far as LONDON. STARTS AT 8.30PM TILL LATE. ANYTHING FROM A BAND TO SPOKEN WORDS TO DJS. EXPECT TO BE BLOWN AWAY AND IN FOR A LATE NIGHT DANCE.

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DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM
Jun
7

DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM

LOCAL LEGEND KYRI michael returns to the black lion Bringing a seriously lively melting pot of vibes spanning many decades, spanning hip hop, disco, 80's to reggae & everything in between!

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 |

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LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
Jun
8

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|

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R KiD 10pm till 3am
Jun
8

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!! 

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music
Jun
11

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music from 9.30pm

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DJ KING L 10AM - 3AM
Jun
14

DJ KING L 10AM - 3AM

DJ KING L Bringing the party tunes from 60's soul, 70's disco, ALL the Biggie and Pharoe Monch you can shake an East Coast stick at!

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

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music
Jun
18

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music from 9.30pm

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DJ HANDSOME10AM - 3AM
Jun
22

DJ HANDSOME10AM - 3AM

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

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music
Jun
25

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS and live music

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music from 9.30pm

View Event →
POUNDED POP! 10PM - 3AM
Jun
28

POUNDED POP! 10PM - 3AM

Pounded Pop! Brighton’s newest monthly mashup night comes to The Black Lion on the second Friday of every month! All the songs you know, mixed in a way you won’t! Mashups only. No originals allowed!

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 |MASH UP

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Smithereen Takeover 12pm till 11.45pm
May
18

Smithereen Takeover 12pm till 11.45pm

Here it is! The Smithereen Takeover line-up has been announced, and its a belter! 

Get down to the Black Lion and The Mesmerist from midday on Thursday for the very best unofficial showcase of the whole weekend! Incredible bands and good vibes. No festival wristband required, free entry all weekend!

Let's go!

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Smithereen Takeover 7pm till 11.45pm
May
17

Smithereen Takeover 7pm till 11.45pm

Here it is! The Smithereen Takeover line-up has been announced, and its a belter! 

Get down to the Black Lion and The Mesmerist from midday on Thursday for the very best unofficial showcase of the whole weekend! Incredible bands and good vibes. No festival wristband required, free entry all weekend!

Let's go!

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Smithereen Takeover 12pm till 12am
May
16

Smithereen Takeover 12pm till 12am

Here it is! The Smithereen Takeover line-up has been announced, and its a belter! 

Get down to the Black Lion and The Mesmerist from midday on Thursday for the very best unofficial showcase of the whole weekend! Incredible bands and good vibes. No festival wristband required, free entry all weekend!

Let's go!

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LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
May
12

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|

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DJ MYRIAD - 10PM TIL 3AM
May
11

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|

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DJ HANDSOME10AM - 3AM
May
10

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

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS
May
7

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music will be joining this night soon…………………………………………………………………

View Event →
LIVE MUSIC FROM THE ICE CREAM SUNDAES - 9PM til LATE
May
5

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

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He’s back JIMI NEEDLES - 10PM TIL 3AM
May
4

He’s back JIMI NEEDLES - 10PM TIL 3AM

Jimi’s musical origins are rooted in hip hop, soul and funk but brings to the turntables a fusion of pin-point scratching over breaks & bass music. His DIY remixes and cut-n-paste antics leave virtually no genre untouched creating the ultimate live party soundtrack whilst always showing recognition to the old school DJ techniques and retro classics. He’s best known for his intricate genre-spanning party mixtapes, deck-defying festival sets and his array of varied bootlegs & original productions on labels such as Swing & Bass, Thick Boy Records, Beating Heart & Jungle Strikes.

10pm - 3am

free entry!

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 |Scratch dj |Mash up | brighton party

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DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM
May
3

DJ KYRI MICHAEL 10AM - 3AM

LOCAL LEGEND KYRI michael returns to the black lion Bringing a seriously lively melting pot of vibes spanning many decades, spanning hip hop, disco, 80's to reggae & everything in between!

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 |

View Event →
QM Records Live
May
2

QM Records Live

QM Records Live last Thursday of every month, brining you the best new talent of the local area and as far as LONDON. STARTS AT 8.30PM TILL LATE. ANYTHING FROM A BAND TO SPOKEN WORDS TO DJS. EXPECT TO BE BLOWN AWAY AND IN FOR A LATE NIGHT DANCE.

View Event →
STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS
Apr
30

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music will be joining this night soon…………………………………………………………………

View Event →
LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
Apr
28

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|

View Event →
DJ HANDSOME 10AM - 3AM
Apr
27

DJ HANDSOME 10AM - 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

View Event →
He’s back JIMI NEEDLES - 10PM TIL 3AM
Apr
26

He’s back JIMI NEEDLES - 10PM TIL 3AM

Jimi’s musical origins are rooted in hip hop, soul and funk but brings to the turntables a fusion of pin-point scratching over breaks & bass music. His DIY remixes and cut-n-paste antics leave virtually no genre untouched creating the ultimate live party soundtrack whilst always showing recognition to the old school DJ techniques and retro classics. He’s best known for his intricate genre-spanning party mixtapes, deck-defying festival sets and his array of varied bootlegs & original productions on labels such as Swing & Bass, Thick Boy Records, Beating Heart & Jungle Strikes.

10pm - 3am

free entry!

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 |Scratch dj |Mash up | brighton party

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS
Apr
23

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music will be joining this night soon…………………………………………………………………

View Event →
LIVE MUSIC FROM THE ICE CREAM SUNDAES - 9PM til LATE
Apr
21

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

View Event →
R KiD 10pm till 3am
Apr
20

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!! 

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HOT STU 10AM - 3am
Apr
19

HOT STU 10AM - 3am

We welcome back Hot stu and lets Get your weekend fix of all the best from the 80s & 90s. Everything from hip/hop, RnB and all the good cheesey classic!

10pm - 3am

FREE entry all night!

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STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS
Apr
16

STUDENT NIGHT DRINK DEALS

Student drinks deal from 7pm until late

Drinks

Sprite and mixer £3 Double up for £3 making it £6 a double

shots x3 for £7 (selected shots)

Don’t forget your student union card to get the discounts

Also download the pubbl app for further discounts and points with us!

Live music will be joining this night soon…………………………………………………………………

View Event →
LIVE MUSIC FROM 'THE USUAL' - 9PM TIL LATE
Apr
14

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|

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