Chichester Festival Theatre 3rd - 7th December
Events suitable for the whole family are never hard to come by in Sussex thanks to a range of tourist hot spots including the stunning South Downs National Park, two cities, Chichester and Brighton, an array of seaside resorts, characterful towns, and charming villages. Sussex hosts hundreds of exciting events, all year round for residents, day-trippers, and holidaymakers 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 has 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, or an adventure - guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.
Light up the night sky with Steamlights, a colourful trip on the Bluebell Railway, (15th Nov - 31st Dec 24), or visit the famous Battle of Hasting site and see it in a whole new light with Illuminated Abbey (3rd - 8th December). Explore the free sculpture and drawing exhibition - Here and Now, There and Then, Towner Eastbourne (16th November - 3rd March 25). Head along to the Ardingly Winter Fair, West Sussex and pick up a Christmas gift of two, (23rd & 24th November) before making a visit to Arundel which will be dressed to impress with twinkling Christmas trees and lights throughout the town for Christmas at Arundel (1st December - 31st December). Make sure you pop the 21st December into your diary, Brighton will be once again celebrating the shortest day of the day of the year and the move towards spring, with the fantastic free colourful Burning the Clocks parade (21st December 24).
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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Food
Amberley
Celebrate the wonderful women in your life this Mother's Day and treat them to an unforgettable experience with our lavish Nyetimber Afternoon tea. Delight in an array of delectable treats paired exquisitely with a glass of English sparkling wine,…
Music
Brighton
Weekly free entry, live music takes place at Bohemia in the heart of the historic Lanes at this artistic and quirky high-end cocktail bar & restaurant. Full line up of bands can be viewed on Bohemia's website. Food tables can also be booked via…
Exhibitions
Chichester
Dive into the life and work of Dora Carrington – a remarkable artist who defied social norms with her bohemian lifestyle.
Performance
RYE
Join MC Rye Town Crier Paul Goring as he hosts the 72nd National Town Criers' Championship in beautiful Rye, Sussex.
Exhibitions
Chichester
Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art.
Food
Cowfold Roaf, Bolney
Cider and Pizza Served fresh from Wednesday to Sunday
Talks
Washington
An interactive workshop with Worthing-based Yolanda Flint. Yolanda coaches women at midlife to balance their body composition through nutrition, weight training and emotional health.
During this session you will be given practical ways to manage…
Exhibitions
Chichester
Explore the profound connection between nature, sound, and art in a new series by one of Britain's most celebrated artists.
Walking
Goudhurst
Join us for a centennial celebratory guided walk
We are marking 100 years of Bedgebury National Pinetum with a special guided walk led by Pinetum Curator, Dan Luscombe.
Learn about the rich history and evolution of this world-class conifer…
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…
Music
East Grinstead
Fifty years on from its release, the Boss's 1975 masterpiece continues to reach out to those looking to escape and chase their dreams to the backdrop of a dusty American highway.
In this series of anniversary concerts, The Album Era band will…
General event
Brighton
Fabuloso is the UK's biggest LGBTQ Pride festival and the Brighton & Hove Pride official fundraiser for the Brighton Rainbow Fund
“Historic, inspired and unparalleled. Brighton Pride is one of the best international pride festivals, we love it”…
Food
Cowfold Road, Bolney
Come and grab some Pizzas and a craft Cider at our pop up kitchen at Wobblegate Cider Tap Room. Serving Thursday - Sunday from June 2024
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…
Music
Eastbourne
With more than 100 concerts across the season, Eastbourne Bandstand has a packed line-up in 2025, including the return of the 1812 Proms & Firework Nights on Wednesday evenings from 11th June to 3rd September (except 18th June), and Traditional…
Talks
Washington
Mel Lacy-Fewtrell and Perry-May Britton are local residents who run their own businesses helping people feel well in their bodies through breath work, massage and somatic work. Through their work and home life, as well as the joy of living with…
Festival
East Grinstead
DadFest is returning to the South East for the second year, with a fun-packed weekend of activities for dads and children all ages. And what's more it is free for children. This unique festival takes place over two days in the summer and was awarded…
Exhibitions
Chichester
An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day.
To mark our 950th anniversary, we are delighted to present Religion, Rebellion & Reformation, an exhibition…
Music
BRIGHTON
Fans of legendary rock band Queen can look forward to another 'kind of magic' in 2025 when the official tribute band, Queen Extravaganza, tours the UK and Ireland to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic anthem, Bohemian Rhapsody…
Childrens Events
Berwick
Make wild memories this February half term at Drusillas Zoo Park!
Keep the kids half term happy with a zooper day out at Drusillas Park - voted one of the best days out with kids in Sussex!
Get nose-to-nose with 80 species of animal in our…
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