8th - 23rd June 2024
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.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Sussex, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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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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Food
Station Road, Tenterden
Sunday Lunch New date added for Fathers Day 16th June! Sure to be popular!
A traditional Roast Lunch is served on Sunday afternoons between April & October. Especially popular for birthdays and family celebrations, the Wealden Pullman is available…
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!…
Heritage & History
Station Road, Tenterden
Guest locos will be operating passenger services between
Tenterden and Bodiam - details will be announced here soon!
Bodiam and Robertsbridge will be linked by a Heritage bus service
(exclusively for K&ESR Freedom ticket holders)
The line between…
Free Event
Eastbourne
The fantastic free Airbourne: Eastbourne International Air show returns for four days to Eastbourne seafront this August. A great family-friendly day out will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2024 along the 2 mile seafront.
Fete / Fair
Ticehurst
Music, BBQ and summer fun at The Bell in Ticehurst.
Hastings
Avast ye, Hastings Pirate Weekend is upon us again!
Arts
Brighton
Quick! Take my pic – it's golden hour!
Country Cactus will warm up your soul and your home with its harmonious desert colours. Not only is this easy to paint, it gives you more time to focus on topping up your glass and gossiping with friends.
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Dance / Dancing
Brighton and Hove
The MOST eclectic and eccentric Brighton club night
Anytime Goes is the name and the music policy. ALL genres in the mix for the truly adventurous... Funk, punk, soul, latin, disco, pop, house, jazz, reggae, swing, lounge, RnB (the actual real…
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…
Carnival
Eastbourne
The biggest Seafront Carnival in the South East will return this year.
More than 1,500 walkers are expected to take part with some 25,000 fans and supporters.
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…
Music
Brighton
Discover new favourites with samples from over 120 of the best gins and rums on the market, plus themed bars, music from award-winning DJs and live entertainment.
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…
Heritage & History
Chichester
Immerse yourself in medieval times as the Weald & Downland Living Museum bring history to life with the Black Knight Historical Group.
Help celebrate the blessing of the First Fruits of harvest with a traditional medieval fayre around the Market…
Childrens Events
Station Road, Tenterden
Why not start your Easter Holiday with some fun at Bodiam Station!
29th, 30th, 31st March and 1st April only!
This year, we are pleased to welcome for the first time, Scotty's Circus Workshop.
We will be running FREE circus workshops throughout the…
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…
General event
Brighton
Join us for our hugely popular Couples Cook session – together you’ll cook an array of authentic Mexican dishes, prepared and plated to restaurant standards then dine together in a relaxed and sociable atmosphere. With prosecco on arrival as well as…
Festival
Lewes
The Urban Van Fest is a 3 day and night camper van / van life festival set in the scenic setting of Plumpton Racecourse near Lewes East Sussex at the foot of the South Downs.
The Urban Van Fest is an event for van life enthusiasts and novices, those…
Theatre
Brighton
Our popular backstage tours are back!
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…
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