About This Event
Brighton Psych Fest returns for its third year running as a one-day celebration of all things psychedelic, featuring an exceptional line-up of leading psychedelic artists and live acts across multiple iconic Brighton venues on Friday, 4th September 2026. Organized by Brighton's leading independent concert promoter JOY. Concerts in collaboration with the team behind Manchester Psych Fest (UK's renowned psychedelic music and arts festival), the festival promises to be another roaring celebration of the genre. The first wave of confirmed headline acts includes international and UK psychedelic stars: Stereolab, Allah-Las, Gwenno, Night Tapes, The Mystery Light, Lael Neale, Thistle, Bleech 9:3 Knives, Milo Korbenski, Floral Image, Lemonsuckr, Martial Arts, Highdrive, Cordelia Gartside, Swallowtail, and many more artists to be announced.
The festival showcases emerging and established psychedelic music acts across multiple stages and venues spread throughout Brighton's vibrant venues, creating an immersive full-day experience for psychedelic music fans. Stage splits and additional programming details are to be announced as the festival approaches September. Tickets are priced at £40 for general admission and are available via multiple ticketing platforms including Fatsoma and Planet Rock Tickets. The festival is a 14+ event with age restrictions enforced; under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+ who will be required to show valid ID and provide contact details at the door.
Early ticket sales have already commenced with multiple pre-sales and discount opportunities throughout the year leading up to the festival. The event celebrates psychedelia in all its forms including experimental music, visual art, and alternative culture. With a strong emphasis on community and independent music promotion, Brighton Psych Fest 2026 promises to deliver an unforgettable psychedelic experience featuring some of the finest psychedelic music acts performing in the UK and internationall