Before 3am, Kids, Music

Bob and Jim tell the story of their showbiz lives interspersed with a few flange-distorted uke pop covers and the odd bit of mime. “Very funny” (Time Out), “Top-notch buffoonery” (The List), “Truly inspired” (British Comedy Guide), “I laughed like a loon” (Fringe Guru). “Endearing old pros” (Chortle). A family friendly…

The Soul Dome, a 360' inflatable cinema dome, has its inaugural appearance at Brighton Fringe. Totally immersive sensory ecstatic shows programmed to suit all age groups, with live and interactive elements. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Showcasing young talent from across Brighton and Hove with guests from across the UK including live music, theatre, dance, workshops, exhibitions and installations. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

There's a party a that there Kettle Creek and everyone's invited for a Wild West hoe-down with Cowgirl Anya, Honky Tonk Piano Man Gary and Gold Prospector Kevin.

The wonderful cellist Pavlos Carvalho treats us once again to two evenings of Bach & an opportunity to hear Bach's complete solo suites for violoncello. This evening we will hear the ever popular & magical first cello suite in G, followed by the dramatic D minor suite & then the joyous suite in D major. True…

Brilliant young cellist Pavlos Carvalho continues his survey of Bach's mesmerising solo cello suites. This evening's concert includes the suites in C & C minor along with the warm & lyrical suite in E flat. Sumptuous music in sumptuous surroundings.

Now in its tenth year, this favourite of the music festival scene is back with a carnival-themed birthday celebration. As well as the music expect a family-friendly atmosphere, theatre and spoken word events, ceilidhs, arts and crafts workshops and fancy dress. Line-up for 2013 includes Twin Atlantic, James, The Straits…

The cutting edge of word. Hammer and Tongue, champions of slam, present Bite!: The Youth Slam. Twelve young MCs and performance poets do battle, representing their clubs and their style of spoken word. Coached by the professional poets and MCs of Adventure Poetry, these performers are ready to take on the world. Rapper…

The second edition of the Blackwood Summer Festival kicks off in the first official days of summer, with funfair rides, street entertainment, food stalls and all other sorts of exciting summertime things.

A workshop for kids of P5–P7 age and their parents: write poems and music for performance the following day. Booking is essential.

A delicious staple in the Dundee calendar, with food and drink tastings, chef demonstrations, live music and competitions including the World Jampionships. Once they've had enough to eat, shows and face-painting are on hand to entertain the kids. Special guests announced nearer the time, but last year there were…

A magical weekend of fun kids activities, eclectic music and great local food, designed especially for families with young children. Included in ticket price - urban woods (skateboarding, bouldering, parkour) sports camp, dance, music and art workshops, well-being classes and complimentary 'So Sussex' family picnic. Plus…

10th: Musica 432 perform early music on voice and renaissance instruments. Includes Dowland, Weelkes and new works. 17th: Hilser Trio. Three Rachels: Smith (flute), Firmager (cello), Fryer (piano) perform Czech music including Janacek, Martinu and Dussek. 31st: Enchanting and dynamic duo Lucina Harps present a fresh and…

Discover five Saturdays of fringe performances at our FREE outdoor showcase: from comedy to cabaret, music to puppetry and theatre to visual arts, sample the best of Brighton Fringe 2013. Don’t miss the two Family Picnics in Pavilion Gardens on 4 and 25 May and the artrepublic Visual Arts Prize Exhibition at the Unitarian…

Award-winning singer Maeve Mackinnon leads this new Gaelic singing group for youth aged 12–18 years. No experience of Gaelic necessary – learn as you sing.

Young Brighton band 'grasshopper' (small ‘g’!) take over The Brunswick for two afternoons of surf-shoegaze-post-punk sounds. Featuring support from the toppermost of Brighton’s young indie/rock scene. 27th May (12-2) presents young punks 'AMI' and the inimitable "Aim Low", while 2nd June (3:30-5:30) showcases the edgy…