The QUEEN’s 70-year reign is being marked from June 2-5 with street parties and community events across the city.

National celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee bank holiday weekend include a star-studded pop concert, a carnival pageant and the lighting of thousands of beacons across the world.

People in Brighton and Hove have also been busy planning their own celebrations to mark the occasion.

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Brighton and Hove Mayor Lizzie Deane says: “The Platinum Jubilee is a historic, national occasion and I know many people are looking forward to having a long weekend to spend with friends and family.

“The Queen is the longest serving female head of state in history and has been a positive role model during her 70 years of public service. I recognise the dignity she has shown throughout and acknowledge the global respect she has earned.

“It really has been a testing time over recent years with Covid, war and rising costs affecting so many people’s lives. I hope communities can take the opportunity to come together to share something positive and celebrate in the spirit of this historic milestone”.

Here is how the festivities will unfold, as the city pays tribute to its longest-reigning monarch:

Thursday June 2

  • The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebrations from 7.45 to midnight at Ralli Hall, Denmark Villas, Hove

Dance club Ceroc Hove are hostig with extended freestyle leson until midnight.

Optional dressing up in red, white and blue or something Royal themed. 

Saturday June 4

  • Our Royal Picnic, 12pm to 4pm in the Royal Pavilion Garden

People are being invited to bring their own picnic and enjoy the entertainment in the Royal Pavilion Garden.

The event is being held in collaboration with Brighton and Hove City Council at the Brighton Fringe.

  • Platinum Jubilee Community Event, 2 to 4.30pm at Bishop Hannington Church, Nevill Avenue, Hove

A fun community event for all ages with an opportunity to join a short service to give thanks for our faithful Queen.

Includes Stalls, Games, Crafts, Bake-Off Competition, Local Group performances and a ‘Street Party Style Afternoon Tea

  • Jubilee Celebration, 2 to 4pm at Holy Cross Church, Downsway, Woodingdean

Family afternoon with craft stalls, carnival games, and afternoon teas being served.

  • Craven Vale Jubilee Party at 12pm to 6pm in Hadlow Close, Brighton

The day will include Performances from Brighton School of Samba, Brighton Morris Men, Tantrum dance group, David Croucher Magician and Make a Smile children’s entertainment.  

Face painting, arts and crafts and a fancy dress competition will also be on offer.

Sunday June 5

  • Kempton House Platinum Jubilee celebration in Cavell Ave, Peacehaven

A lunch and afternoon of entertainment to bring the community together to celebrate her Majesty’s Queen Platinum Jubilee. 

  • Platinum Jubilee Big Lunch and Celebration at 12pm in Palmeria Square, Hove 

Palmeria and Adelaide Garden Fund is hosting a lunch to celebrate the  historic occasion.

A packed itinerary including a Bubbleologist, Silver Strings and reggae already have been confirmed, along with giant playground toys and a soft play zone for children. 

  • Saltdean celebrates the Jubilee

The day wil start with a parade around Saltdean starting in School Lane  at 1130.

People are being asked to come  dressed as your favourite royal, with a prize for the best dressed,

It will end in Saltdean park at 12.30pm, with a ceilidh band kicking off an afternoon of music.

They will be followed by Saltdean Jazz band, Carter Williams, Freddie Allen, No Strings Attached, The Boyy and ending with Chris Nieto as Neil Diamond.

There will be a bar, pimms table, cakes and refreshments from Daisy’s pantry on Longridge Avenue.