CHOCOLATE lovers are in for a treat at the Brighton Fringe festival.

With more than 700 shows and events, festivalgoers are spoilt for choice with cabaret, circus, dance, drama and drag shows.

Among the events being held today, Thursday, May 26, are:

A Brighton Food and Chocolate Adventure

If you are a chocolate lover, this two-hour tour is for you.

Not only will your tastebuds have their own little party, but you will also get to know some of Brighton's best eateries and chocolatiers.

The tour begins opposite St Bartholomew's Church in Ann Street.

Railed

From the creators of Elixir, winner of Best Circus Award at Adelaide Fringe, this western-themed circus show demonstrates the trademark physical talents and hilarious comic timing of the Head First Acrobats.

Held at Brighton Spiegeltent, tickets for the performance range from £10.50 to 12.50.

Addicts and Those Who Love Them

After witnessing her son's journey into addiction, artist Antonia Rolls says she wanted to work with addicts and those like her, who love them, and paint them.

The exhibition, held at Fishing Museum Gallery on the seafront, is a free event.

Open Mic Night by Mic Records

Anyone is welcome to sign up to take part at the open mic night at The Lion and Lobster in Sillwood Street.

The show rules include no profanity or explicit content, 20 to 25-minute sets, self-promotion encouraged and instruments available.

Qrumpet

Held at The Rotunda Theatre, Regency Square, this performance is based on quantum physics, pseudoscience and clown.

Tickets range from £10 to £12.