1... Kemp Town Carnival Launch Party

Komedia, Gardner Street, Brighton, Friday, February 12

DJ crews Natural Elements and Mr Bongo Sound System join live bands The Soul Steppers and Fat 45 for this fundraiser in aid of Kemp Town’s 2016 street party.

11pm, £10/£8. Call 0845 2938480.

2... 877 Records Valentines Ball

The Arch, King’s Road Arches, Brighton, Saturday, February 13

ROSKA and Marcus Nasty come together to launch a new series of house, bass and garage nights at The Arch. Support from Dom 877.

11pm to 5am, £8. Visit thearch.club

3... Stay Beautiful Bowie Special

Sticky Mike’s Frog Bar, Middle Street, Brighton, Saturday, February 13

AFTER last weekend’s celebration of the Thin White Duke supporting transgender support group The Clare Project sold out in 45 minutes, Simon Price and Richey Watson are hosting a second event looking back at the best of Bowie and the music which influenced him.

11pm to 3.30am, £5.50. Visit www.wegottickets.com

4... Supercharged Presents Lobster Boy

Concorde 2, Madeira Drive, Brighton, Saturday, February 13

PRODUCER Redlight introduces his new self-operated imprint, with special guests from his label Mele and Mella Dee. Support from Mubo and Suede.

11pm to 4am, £15. Call 01273 673311.

5... Glam Valentines Special

Shooshh, King’s Road Arches, Brighton, Saturday, February 13

FIRST Dates star Fred Sirieix hosts a smooch special for Valentine’s day, with a chance to win a meal for two at the reality show’s Paternoster Chop House restaurant.

10pm to 5am, £5 before midnight, £7 after. Visit shooshh.com/