15th - 18th Aug 24
Events suitable for the whole family are never hard to come by in Sussex thanks to a range of tourist hot-spots including a national park, two cities, Chichester and Brighton, and selection of seaside resorts. We've got hundreds of exciting events taking place all year round for residents, day-trippers and holiday makers to enjoy.
To find out what's on in Sussex today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events (F) taking place. If you're looking for what's on when it's raining, the coastal geography of Sussex means you can switch the beach for a trip to a local castle, all of which have a calendar of seasonal events to entertain children and adults.
You'll find an enviable supply of themed festivals in Sussex, from food and drink festivals bursting with local produce, which is amongst the best in the UK, and full to the brim with English wine as this county has the ideal conditions for a host of vineyards giving a unique flavour to any event. Sussex means you're never far from an event, a place, an adventure, guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.
Don't miss this year's Brighton Festival which kicks off on the 4th - 26th May 2024. This wonderful indoor and outdoor celebration of the arts is a highlight on the South East event calendar and includes dance, circus acts, shows, comedy, and more. Look out for the Olivier Award-winning performance maker, Marisa Carnesky, the newly refurbished Corn Exchange and Studio Theatre which opens to welcome premieres and international productions to Brighton Festival 2024 and for the children, the British Animation award-winning Kensuke’s Kingdom, adapted from Michael Morpurgo’s best-selling children’s book.
Take a look at our featured list for inspiration and then scroll to the bottom of the page to see hundreds of more events in Sussex.
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The guide below shows our full calendar of events in Sussex. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Performing Arts
Brighton
You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author C.J. Carter-Stephenson. With the help of an immersive soundscape and projected images, C.J. will bring two of his horror stories vividly to life.
First on the agenda is AND…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Eastbourne
This annual 10 day eco festival returns - to celebrate our beautiful surroundings and promote sustainable living.
There are many events throughout the festival, from an Eco Fair on 11 May on the Western Lawns to a Big Beach Clean on 12 May.
Past…
Heritage & History
Chichester
Wake up your senses, detox from technology and get inspired as the Weald & Downland Living Museum celebrate the power of plants and flowers.
Discover the history behind the use of plants and herbs in our diets and around our homes, from health &…
Walking
Hastings
Have fun (re-)discovering Hastings, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst exploring this historic seaside town.
Curious About Hastings…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Robertsbridge
A sponsored walk to transform deaf people's lives
Hearing loss is rising. This invisible disability has devastating impacts on people's safety and mental health. Take part in this 3km or 5km sponsored dog walk, and raise funds to train more…
Childrens Events
Brighton
Maria Morevna became an Eco Warrior when the Moth told her that the destruction of rivers, trees and wild land affected even the smallest creatures and would change her world. Captured by the Wizard Korchei, to stop her destroying his plans, she is…
Festival
Chichester
Chichester Cathedral's Festival of Flowers is a floral extravaganza stretching across four days. Visitors can experience 60 floral arrangements, handcrafted by talented florists and flower enthusiasts from across the county.
This year will also…
Arts
Brighton
Mysterious? Tick. Beautiful? Tick. Brave? Tick. Colourful? Tick. Wait, is this artwork you?
Femme Fatale is all about expression and bringing your most authentic self to canvas. Whether you are red and fiery, yellow and charismatic, orange and…
Festival
Rowlands Castle
Our highly popular Stansted Summer Festival will be back for 2024!
Join us for our fourth eclectic weekend of family fun, quirky entertainment and a little bit of the eccentric all within the setting of a Quintessential Country Estate.
Music
Brighton
Discoliscious is the ultimate inclusive party, created by Denise Van Outen and Jemma Bolt.
Childrens Events
Brighton
The largest UK celebration of all things Eurovision.
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Bingo, brunch & the Bogan Bingo boys!
Brighton’s favourite comedy bingo show is bringing you a limited run of Saturday afternoon bingo
Tickets include:
- 2 hours bottomless selected drinks (including Bear Island Pale Ale, Bloody Marys, and…
Theatre
Brighton
Seen by over a million people!
It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.
Come celebrate our brand-new show as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest…
Music
Brighton
The amazing Brighton Racecourse Antiques and Vintage Fair returns.
There will be 170+ indoor stalls bristling with all variety of unique and unusual items for sale.
The fantastic Swing singer, Steve Conway, will be performing throughout the day!…
Sporting Event
Eastbourne
HSBC UK Go-Ride is British Cycling's development program for young people. This program provides a fun and safe way to introduce young riders to the world of cycle sport and provides a platform to improve bike handling skills. We're all fully…
Festival
Brighton
The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing 500 emerging artists from all over the world in 30+ walkable venues across the city and a pop-up festival site on Brighton Beach. It’s the first place to discover your new favourite artist…
Comedy
Brighton
Every dress, every suit tells a story.
The year is 1989 and loveable, eccentric septuagenarian, Hilda, has run a second-hand clothes shop in Sheffield for three decades. She does it to make money to feed 30 stray cats. One day a journalist from The…
Special Events
Eastbourne
The Western Lawns on Eastbourne's iconic seafront plays host to 'Beer and Cider by the Sea'. This three day extravaganza from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th May, real ale and cider lovers can choose from 100 real ales
Arts
Brighton
When life gives you lemons, paint Lemoncello and drink Limoncello. That's the quote right?
Bring the zesty vibes to your paint and sip session with this citrus artwork at Brighton's World's End Pub famous for its arcades and games. This…
Special Events
Cocking, Midhurst
Welcome to the inaugural South Downs Festival of Food and Fizz, 12pm-5pm, 8th June 2024 in the beautiful medieval village of Cocking nestled under the South Downs.
We are very pleased to feature a variety of vendors who will excite your tastebuds…
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