The South Coast’s most exciting new summer destination has launched. Central Park On Brighton Beach will run from 11th June to 19th July 2026, with a series of unmissable music events, and all the England World Cup group games – plus the World Cup Final – courtesy of fan park specialists, 4TheFans. Central Park On Brighton Beach is the first ever official event to be held at the iconic Black Rock site (where Carl Cox held his legendary after parties following his sets at The Zap nightclub). This is the only event of its type on the South Coast this summer. With spectacular open-air beach views, capacity for up to 5,000 people, a hard standing area directly next to the beach, and beautiful sunsets over the ocean, the stage is set for something truly special.
Following the success of Central Park – the month-long pop-up venue enjoyed by Brighton’s music and football fans in Valley Gardens last summer – the team is back with a bigger, bolder beachside edition. Central Park On Brighton Beach delivers an exciting and diverse programme of events across six weeks, spanning world-class football viewing, live music, club culture and family entertainment.
4TheFans – the UK’s original and leading fan park brand – delivers Europe’s biggest open air beach fan park for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fans can roar on England with matches shown on 50-metre square screens with a world-class sound system, pyrotechnic celebrations, DJs, food, drink and a genuine football legend at every game providing expert analysis and banter. Three ticket options are available starting at just £4.50. The fan park opens at 6pm for each match — fans are encouraged to arrive early and make the most of the full beach party experience before kick-off.
The music programme is equally impressive. The calendar opens on 13th June with a tech-house takeover from renowned South Coast club promoters, Puzzle (lineup TBA).
Shy FX curates a full day of mixed genre electronic music, spanning drum & bass, dubstep, new UKG, bass, and more on 20th June, with a hand-picked lineup running from lunchtime through to the night, soon to be revealed, with Shy FX himself closing out the day from 9pm.
The Road To Nashville lands on 21st June – a touring UK country music celebration featuring tribute acts to Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs and Dolly Parton, with line dancing, axe throwing, rodeo bulls and BBQ food providing a full Nashville experience on Brighton Beach.
The 26th June sees The Bootleg Beatles take to the Central Park stage with a show for the whole family, as the pre-eminent Beatles tribute act, and Glastonbury favourites, bring their celebrated show to the seafront.
Rum & Reggae Fest brings its legendary roots party to the beach on 4th July with a stellar lineup featuring Congo Natty, Don Letts, Mad Professor, Reggae Roast, Gentlemans Dub Club, Eva Lazarus, Mungos Hi Fi and Tanni & One Love Orchestra. This is roots, reggae and dub culture at its finest, with the beach as a backdrop.
Rob Lamberti – the UK’s number one George Michael tribute act – heads to Central Park On Brighton Beach to perform on 5th July. This family favourite is so talented that George Michael once said, ‘People are always mistaking me for Rob Lamberti.’
All Day Indie takes over on 12th July with a day-long celebration of indie favourites, and R&B Lovers brings the summer home on 18th July with the very best in R&B – perfect beachside, sunshine grooves.
More announcements are still to come, ensuring that Central Park On Brighton Beach is the ultimate destination for entertainment on the South Coast this summer.
For the full events calendar and to book tickets, visit www.entercentralpark.com. Follow Central Park On Brighton Beach on Instagram at @entercentralpark.
