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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 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. 

What's on in Sussex this weekend?

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.

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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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  1. Guided Bird 'Walkshop'

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    General event

    Brighton

    Explore how to identify common resident and migratory birds in this half-day walking workshop on the nature-rich edge of Brighton.

    Before the day, you will receive step-by-step audio lessons on how to identify five key woodland species by sound…

    Dates

    From:
    19 Apr 2024Open 09:15 - 12:45
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    18 May 2024Open 09:15 - 12:45
  2. The Sound of Music

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Austria, 1938. Free-spirited nun Maria is sent away from her abbey to become governess to the widowed Captain von Trapp's seven children. She brings music and laughter back to his unfeeling household, but the future holds more joy and jeopardy than…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024
  3. Magic of Thailand Festival in Brighton

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    Festival

    Brighton

    A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Preston Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Brighton Thai Festival.

    Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and friends…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Aug 2024to18 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 19:00
  4. The Free Brighton Choir

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    Music

    Brighton

    Join the friendliest choir in town!

    The Free Brighton Choir is a volunteer-led singing group, open to everyone, regardless of age, singing ability or experience. No auditions, no requirements, no cost.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Mar 2024to18 Dec 2025
  5. Brighton & Hove Pride

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    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”…

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    From:
    3 Aug 2024
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    4 Aug 2024
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    5 Aug 2024
  6. Forest Bathing at Wakehurst

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Haywards Heath

    Immerse yourself in nature, enhance your well-being with our calming forest bathing half-days. Reconnect and unwind amidst the tranquility of our forest bathing workshops, inspired by the Japanese art of Shinrin-yoku. Led by Swedish teacher Helena…

    Dates

    From:
    9 Mar 2024to9 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 13:00
  7. IT JUST SO HAPPENED: AN ALTERNATIVE HISTORY SHOW

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    Comedy

    Brighton

    Award-winning stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford (Top 10 Edinburgh Fringe jokes 2019, 2021 & 2022, UK Pun Champion 2022 and current Scottish Comedian of the Year runner-up) hosts this show for history fans, returning to Brighton for the fourth year.…

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    From:
    2 June 2024Open 17:30 -
  8. The Great Gatsby House Party at Buxted Park

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    Other

    Buxted

    Step back to the 1920s for an exclusive Great Gatsby-inspired event.

    Step back in time to the glamorous 1920s for this exclusive Great Gatsby event at Buxted Park Hotel. Indulge in a weekend of luxury, entertainment, and revelry worthy of Jay…

    Dates

    From:
    6 July 2024to7 July 2024Open 13:00 - 11:00
  9. Magnificent Motors

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    Free Event

    Eastbourne

    Biggest free motoring spectacular on the South Coast with over 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses, steam traction engines, commercial and military vehicles, ranging across a century of motoring. Also features a French Market, live music…

    Dates

    From:
    4 May 2024to5 May 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
  10. South Coast Blues Jam

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    Music

    Worthing

    Fun Monthly Sunday afternoon Jam session in Worthing for all Blues enthusiasts, singers, musicians and fans.

    Performers/Jammers: All will get a chance up on stage if they wish, we work on a first in, first up basis, so come early to ensure a good…

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    From:
    21 Apr 2024Open 13:45 - 17:15
  11. Green Fun Day

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Station Road, Tenterden

    Fun for all ages Free face painting Live musicNature talks and storytelling
    Green Living ideas
    Raffle with Mr Doodle prizes ...and much more!

    Dates

    From:
    7 Apr 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
  12. Boundary Brighton Festival 2023

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    Dance / Dancing

    Brighton

    After the best edition of Boundary ever, we are returing once again this year.

    Join us at Brighton’s biggest dance music festival to once again close summer and festival season in spectacular style.

    Taking the best of Brighton’s creative energy,…

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    From:
    28 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 23:00
  13. Easter Family Fun

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    Childrens Events

    Goudhurst

    Easter Family Fun
    28 March - 14 April
    Code Cracking Quest £2 per person
    Thursday 28 - Saturday 30 March
    10am - 1.30pm
    Follow the trail, collect the letters, crack the code, return to the visitor centre and collect your egg-citing chocolate reward…

    Dates

    From:
    28 Mar 2024to14 Apr 2024Open 10:00 - 15:30
  14. Brighton Festival

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    Festival

    Brighton

    Established in 1967, Brighton Festival is the largest and most established annual curated multi-arts festival in England. Taking place over three weeks in May, the Festival is a celebration of music, theatre, dance, art, film, literature, debate,…

    Venue

    Brighton Dome, Brighton and Hove

    Dates

    From:
    4 May 2024to26 May 2024
  15. Battle Scarecrow Festival

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    Festival

    Battle

    Now in its 15th year, the Battle Festival Scarecrow Competition will have a classic theme this year – "Top of the Crops" – to complement Beautiful Battle's Summer Flower Displays.

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2024
  16. Easter Egg Hunt at Standen

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    Childrens Events

    East Grinstead

    Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and explore the beautiful garden at Standen. Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, chocolate egg, or a vegan…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Mar 2024to14 Apr 2024
  17. Beer & Cider by the Sea

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    Food

    Eastbourne

    The full music line-up has been announced for this year’s Beer & Cider by the Sea.

    The three-day event takes place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday May 17-19 on the Western Lawns on Eastbourne seafront.

    Dates

    From:
    17 May 2024to19 May 2024
  18. Hedgerows & Harvest

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    Heritage & History

    Chichester

    Discover the unsung hero of the natural environment.
    Hedgerows are a crucial factor in the existence of many plants and animals, over this weekend you can learn about the diversity of the plants and insects that rely on them to survive.
    You can also…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Oct 2024to13 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
  19. Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival

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    Festival

    Rye

    Exceptional artists hit the heart of Rye for the International Jazz and Blues Festival.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024
  20. Dazzling Daffodils at Hever Castle

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    Gardens

    Hever

    With 80,000 daffodil bulbs set to bloom across Hever Castle's gardens this spring, feel uplifted by the cheerfulness of this exquisite bloom which symbolises new beginnings.

    Enjoy a self-led tour of the gardens and take in their beauty at your own…

    Dates

    From:
    18 Mar 2024to24 Mar 2024Open 10:30 - 16:30