Quirky Date Ideas In Brighton

With quite a rep for creativity, this cultural hotspot has plenty to do for couples. From swanky bars touting wacky cocktails to immersive prison experiences and cool treasure hunts, you can rely on this hub for those romantic plans. So, if you need inspiration, here are our recommendations for quirky date ideas in Brighton.

Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 25th March 2025



Chocolate Box Theatre

Chocolate Box Theatre invites you to an intimate evening of musical theatre and cabaret with its productions taking place at The Walrus in Brighton.

Delight in the weird and wonderful with tickets to C'est Magnifique with tickets starting from £15 per person on the last Friday of the month, and be swept away by fantastic performers.

Murder Mystery Experience - Brighton

@ I'm Puzzled on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

Brighton has never been this thrilling! Join the Murder Mystery Experience and become the private investigator everyone's talking about. You'll roam the city, cracking codes and interrogating virtual suspects, all while trying to solve the murder of politician Chester Monte.

The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking - can you piece together the puzzle in time to save the city? With your trusty mobile app in hand, step into a world of intrigue, danger, and suspense on this interactive adventure.

Brighton Comedy Garden

This summer, prepare for a comedy experience like no other at the Brighton Comedy Garden. Hosted in Preston Park, the event brings the best of stand-up with performances from Frankie Boyle, Ed Gamble, and more.

Whether you're in the mood for hilarious sets, tasty street food, or simply soaking in the fun vibes, Brighton Comedy Garden has it all. Perfect for a fun date night in Brighton, it's the must-attend event in July.

Alcotraz Brighton: Cell Block One-Three

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Brighton on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

Fancy sipping cocktails in the clink together? Then head to Brighton's famous Alcotraz: Cell Block One-Three. Inside this immersive prison, you'll have to sneak in liquor past the warden to the serving inmates who will be whipping up bespoke bevvies with your successfully smuggled jail juice. 

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Scavenger Hunt Bank Heist - Brighton

@ I'm Puzzled on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

One of the most unique date ideas around, the Scavenger Hunt Bank Heist from I'm Puzzled is an interactive experience that will have you and your partner working together to plan the perfect heist. Expect to be cracking codes, scouting out locations and organising with your virtual crew, adventuring all over the city.

You can enjoy this activity at any time of the day and week, as it's entirely self-guided through their cutting-edge app. prices start from £19.99 for the group, and you'll get to see more of the local area while you're at it.

Tempest

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Boasting unusual cavernous interiors and dark corners to cosy up in, Tempest offers a quirky setting for your Brighton date. With great views over the seafront, grab a plate of delicious, locally sourced food, and a drink or two, before settling in for an evening spent in good company.

YO!

Tired of heading to a boring ol' restaurant for a date? Why not make your own food with YO! Brighton's awesome sushi masterclasses? Not only will you learn all about how to create Japanese dishes, from salmon nigiri to crunchy Cali rolls, but you'll get to taste it all too. Oh, yes.

Dead Wax Social

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More than just your average pizza location, Dead Wax Social is sure to step date night up a gear as they churn out slice after slice of Dee Dees New York-style pizza, alongside playing vinyl records and quirky craft beers. And if you turn up on the right day, you can even catch some local bands doing their thing.

The Secret Comedy Club

Discounts available on certain events

On the hunt for quirky and cheap date ideas in Brighton? The Secret Comedy Club has got you covered. Venture inside this kooky spot, where you'll be able to catch a roster of live entertainment from the town's best up-and-coming stars.

Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience - BRIGHTON 2025

@ HAUS OF CABARET on Sunday 11th May 2025 and 4 other Sundays

Looking for a night full of entertainment that's perfect for couples? Then head to HAUS OF CABARET, where they regularly host a Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience. This Motown-themed event promises plenty of nostalgia, with live performances of hits by the likes of Marvin Gaye, Four Tops and Supremes.

The three-hour show is ideal for date night, and there's the option to add on a two-course meal as well - think chicken supreme, harissa-roasted cauliflower and chocolate torte. Plus, you can nab tickets for as little as £27.95 per person.

HarBAR + Kitchen

Tuck into an afternoon tea with a twist at HarBAR + Kitchen, located on the seafront. Far from the usual mini sandwiches and pastries, you can expect the likes of tiny cheeseburgers, coconut meringue ice cream sandwiches and a load more sweet treats to excite both you and your partner's inner child. 

The Gin Tub

The Gin Tub, a gorgeous little bar on Church Road, is full of quirks that will delight both you and your date. Each table comes equipped with a bar from which to order drinks or just have a chinwag with someone at the next table. Cosy and intimate, it's a fun place for a kooky date.