The best karaoke bars in Brighton

There are several places you can sing karaoke in Brighton, but the local branch of Lucky Voice is the only one fully and wholeheartedly dedicated to the cause at the time of writing. Day in and day out, you can book a private karaoke booth here to sing your heart out in the company of friends, family, or colleagues, with various food and drink packages helping keep the fun affordable. The library of songs is lengthy and features all the favourites.

Located in the heart of Kemptown's gay village, The Zone Bar is a welcoming, LGBTQ-friendly spot for drinks, conversation, and fun. There's something going on every night here, including bingo, cabaret performances, live music gigs, drag shows – and karaoke, of course. The bar is simple and unpretentious, so don't go there expecting a big hoopla, but the drinks are solid and the nights are lively.

The family-run Prince of Wales is a traditional boozer with a welcoming, village-like atmosphere. Not only does it run regular karaoke nights, it also has a private karaoke room for hire, making it a convenient choice for a bout of singing after, say, a shopping spree at the Churchill Square Shopping Centre across the street. You can order freshly baked pizzas to keep you going, too.

The King & Queen cuts a striking figure on North Laine with its bold Tudor frontage. Often cited as one of Brighton's biggest sports pubs, it's packed with TV screens and offers a steady stream of entertainment beyond live sport. Karaoke fans will want to make their way to the pub on Tuesdays for the weekly karaoke nights, fuelled by a broad drinks selection and classic pub grub.

At the Brighton branch of Barbara's Bier Haus you can belt out karaoke seven days a week, with no additional fee. The après-ski-styled bar goes big on traditional Bavarian hospitality, including beer steins and comforting snacks like pizza and hotdogs, with the affordable drinks – especially during the daily four-hour happy hour offer – keeping the place buzzing. Other fun events like music bingo and quizzes are held here as well.