WATERBEAR BRIGHTON FRESHERS 2026

Brighton Freshers Week 2026 is just around the corner. From headliners to support acts, we’ve got a packed programme in the works. More announcements coming very soon.

JOIN US FOR FRESHER’S WEEK

Brighton Freshers Week 2026 is coming, and we cannot wait to welcome you to the city. Announcements are on their way, so watch this space and keep an eye on our Instagram for lineup reveals as they drop. If you are coming to Brighton for the first time, do not put yourself under too much pressure early on — there will be plenty of time to get to know the people and the city with the full support of the WaterBear community behind you. We will also have performance support slots open to new and existing students through our Apply to Play process, so stay close to our channels and be ready when applications open.

Monday 14th September 2026
  • Headliner: Mae Hill
  • Location: The WaterBear Venue, Brighton

How to sign up to attend: Entry will be on a first come, first served with a WaterBear Freshers wristband which you will receive during your induction.

Tuesday 15th September
  • Headliner: TBC
  • Location: WaterBear MusicBar, Brighton

How to sign up to attend: Entry will be on a first come, first served with a WaterBear Freshers wristband which you will receive during your induction.

Wednesday 16th September 2026
  • Headliner: TBC
  • Location: Concorde 2, Brighton

How to sign up to attend: Please email [email protected] uk to REGISTER INTEREST. This doesn’t guarantee entry, but turn up early with your WaterBear Freshers wristband and your ID.

Thursday 17th September 2026
  • Performers: Beanie/SMH/Equilibrium, Waymore
  • Location: The WaterBear Venue, Brighton

How to sign up to attend: Entry will be on a first come, first served with a WaterBear Freshers wristband which you will receive during your induction.

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