1. Showlesque a t The Walrus Taking the crown for 2026 is Showlesque , hosted in the wonderfully labyrinthine The Walrus  on Ship Street. This isn’t just a show; it’s a full-throttle descent into high-end cabaret, circus, and burlesque. The Experience:  Led by the iconic Veronica Blacklace, the night blends 5-star performances with a decadent dinner. Why it’s Top Tier:  You get a three-course meal surrounded by glitter and aerial stunts, and once the final curtain falls, the basement...

Forget everything you think you know about a standard night out. If you haven't sat inches away from a world-class aerialist while sipping a cocktail in a hidden Brighton basement, have you even experienced the city? When the sun sets over the English Channel, the real magic of Brighton wakes up at The Walrus . Nestled on Ship Street, Showlesque  has redefined the Brighton burlesque show  by blending the glamour of 1920s Paris with the grit and wit of modern British cabaret . Every Saturday...