Get ready for a busy weekend in Brighton! We've got a one-mile race for the kids on Saturday, family creative workshops, and a huge tattoo convention running all weekend long. Here are the top picks for Saturday, February 28th, and Sunday, March 1st, 2026.
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Shelf Lives returns for another live signing event
Resident Music
A free music signing event perfect for teens on Saturday.
Brighton Tattoo Convention
The Brighton Centre
The largest indoor event running all weekend—perfect if the weather turns!
Parent & Child Pottery Workshop: Making a Mice Family
Liberation Art Gallery
A dedicated session for parents and little ones to create clay together Saturday morning.
· February 28
7: Let the kids join the excitement of race day by running a full mile along the Hove Prom. It’s a great way for children aged 7 to 17 to get active and experience the atmosphere of a big event. Everyone gets a medal and goody bag when they cross the finish line.A fantastic, organised running event specifically for school-aged children this Saturday afternoon.
: The UK's longest-running tattoo convention is back for its 17th year, featuring 325 hand-picked artists and studios. There will also be 65 vendors selling art, jewellery, and clothing, making it a massive indoor event for the whole weekend.This is the only event confirmed running across both Saturday and Sunday this weekend, offering an all-day indoor option.
: This event is categorized under Children's Events, suggesting a hands-on, building, or discovery activity perfect for a Saturday morning start.It's explicitly listed as a children's event, making it a safe bet for family fun.
: Take a rejuvenating group walk focused on wellbeing in Hove Park this Saturday morning. It's a gentle way to get fresh air before the afternoon rush.A great free/low-cost outdoor option for soaking up some nature this weekend.
: Drop in to the Liberation Art Gallery on Saturday lunchtime to paint and glaze your pottery creations. It's a perfect creative activity that you can pick up later.This workshop runs Saturday afternoon, offering a flexible drop-in option for creative fun.
: Enjoy timeless Motown classics performed by Brighton's best vocal talent this Saturday evening. This could be a great night out for parents with teens who appreciate soul music.A great option for families with older teens looking for an evening cultural event.
FREE : Catch the band Shelf Lives for a live signing event on Saturday, fresh from their tour. This is perfect for teens interested in contemporary music.A free, unique cultural event happening Saturday, likely catering to a younger, music-loving crowd.
· March 1
1: Spend Sunday morning learning about the history of herbal medicine with Consultant Julia Behrens. This workshop runs for five hours and offers a fascinating deep dive into natural remedies.A unique, educational, and quiet way to spend Sunday morning at One Garden Brighton.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: Get the kids into an art class held right inside a real gallery setting. This is running early Saturday morning, making it perfect for kickstarting the weekend with creativity.It is specifically marketed as an art class for children, ensuring engagement.
: A dedicated pottery club session just for kids this Sunday morning. Perfect for letting young hands get creative with clay.It is explicitly named a 'kid's club' and happens on Sunday, rounding out the weekend options.
: Get hands-on with your little one making a little clay mice family together this Saturday morning. This is a wonderful way to enjoy a creative activity side-by-side.A specific parent-child workshop running Saturday morning, which is ideal for young families.
: Try out basic clay hand-building techniques in this Saturday lunchtime taster session. Great for families looking for a focused creative hour.Another accessible pottery session at Liberation Art Gallery running Saturday afternoon.
: This session is the first part of a three-week course covering hand building, wheel throwing, and painting, starting this Saturday afternoon.Offers a structured introduction to pottery skills beginning this weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Brighton this weekend?
The best free option this weekend (Feb 28-01) is the 'Shelf Lives returns for another live signing event' on Saturday, which appears to be a free signing session for music fans.
Are there any outdoor activities planned for Saturday?
Yes, the 'Brighton Half Youth Race' takes place Saturday afternoon on Hove Prom, and there is also a 'Nature Wellbeing Activity Walk' starting at 11:00 AM in Hove Park.
What's happening on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday is quieter, but you can attend the 'Herbal Medicine: History of Herbal Medicine and old Materia Medica's.' workshop at One Garden Brighton, or the 'Child Pottery Workshop: Sunday kid's club' at Liberation Art Gallery.
