A new app has launched ahead of the return of a major cocktail festival.
The Brighton Cocktail Festival App went live on Tuesday, April 14, and is designed to enhance the experience for attendees ahead of the festival’s return to Brighton from September 18 to 27, 2026.
The app allows festival-goers to explore bars, cocktails and events, discover special offers and build their own cocktail trails using a live map.
It also lets users bookmark, rate and review bars and cocktails, helping them keep track of their favourites during the festival.
Harry Philippson, founder of the Brighton Cocktail Festival, said: “Brighton Cocktail Festival is all about championing Brighton’s incredible cocktail culture, and so we can’t wait to host the country’s biggest city-wide celebration of cocktails.
“With the launch of the brand new Brighton Cocktail Festival App, locals and visitors will be able to create their own bespoke cocktail trails and experiences to discover and then support the city’s best bars for the festival and beyond.”
Returning for its second year, the Brighton Cocktail Festival will showcase the city’s vibrant cocktail scene with more than 50 participating bars.
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Each venue will serve bespoke cocktails for £6, with non-alcoholic options available for £4.
The newly announced line-up includes venues such as the graffiti whisky bar Cut Your Wolf Loose, 1920s-themed Bar Valentino, bee-inspired Apiary, art gallery bar Helm and the iconic Victoria Bar at The Grand.
All bars are within walking distance of each other, making it easy for ticket holders to explore the city’s cocktail offerings on foot.
The festival will also feature exclusive events and offers, including discounts on hotels, restaurants and cocktail ingredients for those looking to recreate drinks at home.
Early Bird Tickets are now available for £15 on the Brighton Cocktail Festival website.
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