The Queens Arms

Cabaret pub · Brighton Kemptown

Gay pub with a small stage on George Street in Kemptown. Drag and cabaret acts perform almost every night.

• ★ 4.1 on Google (138)
• Drag shows

Address

7-8 George Street
BN2 1RH Brighton

Opening hours

Mon–Thu 6 pm–2 am
Fri from 5 pm, Sat and Sun from 4 pm, until 2 am

Crowd

mixed, men and women, many groups

Shows

Wed–Sat from 10 pm, Sun at 6 pm and 9 pm (times may change)

Location

Kemptown, side street off St James’s Street

What makes The Queens Arms special

The Queens Arms is a pub where the stage sets the tone for the evening: drag, cabaret and live music fill the small room, and it gets cramped at showtime. Guests praise the shows and atmosphere. There is criticism of unfriendly staff, especially towards groups of women and hen parties.

Shows

According to the listing there are shows Wednesday to Saturday at 10 pm and two performances on Sundays. The programme changes, so it’s worth checking the social media channels beforehand.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: GayOut (verified Sep 2026, Google 4.1 from 138 reviews), eventslist.co.uk. Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before you go.