Tilegate Park, West Sussex
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.
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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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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!…
Festival
Uckfield
Bluebell Railway Beer Festival 2024
Come to a beer festival with a difference at the Bluebell Railway! Imagine sipping a special Sussex brew in the industrial splendour of a locomotive running shed, listening to great bands, and watching steam…
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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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…
Arts
Brighton
What do you get when you mix Van Gogh with Pinot? Van Glow.
Calling all art enthusiasts and party lovers, this ones for you. Get arty while you party under UV lights as you explore the world of art, play around with swirls of colour and splash…
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
Embark on an uplifting family adventure this May half term as you journey through the Garden on an engaging kids' wellbeing trail.
Children of all ages can give their mental and physical agility a good workout by discovering the hidden flowers…
Exhibition
Eastbourne
Taking place on Eastbourne’s seafront Western Lawns from 29 – 30 April, motoring fanatics can expect to see over 600 vintage cars, bikes, and buses on display. From turn of the century runabouts to modern day star cars and a dedicated ‘cars of the…
Festival
Uckfield
An event in our beautiful grounds to showcase local makers and suppliers of
local produce in collaboration with Chailey Heritage Foundation.
Come along and enjoy the live music, face painting, raffle and demonstrations from crafters and local…
Music
Brighton
CHAPTER 4: LAND BEYOND FESTIVAL - UNCHARTED
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th May 2024
Waterhall, Brighton
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…
Bank Holiday
Near Wadhurst
Pashley Manor's spectacular Tulip Festival is a riot of colour.
Comedy
Worthing
Behind the Wizard Comedy presents a selection of the finest upcoming comedians on the South Coast! Make sure to catch them before they get famous!
Arts
Brighton
It's such a good vibration. It's such a sweeeeet sensation. It's good times only with this beachy artwork where you don't have to worry about the weather forecast (a dream!).
This session is enjoyed very nicely with a cocktail in hand to give you…
Childrens Events
Brighton
Hansel wants to keep everything he can for himself, whilst Gretel shares what precious little she has with a beautiful bird. Their father despairs of finding work, and their mother despairs of ever having enough food for them all ever again. In…
Family
Uckfield
Get ready for the return of one of our most popular events of the year at The Bluebell Railway, welcoming back for 2024 our Branch Line Gala Weekend! This event is a must for all fans of branch line railways, providing a chance to see unique,…
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
The Nest Comedy Club comes to Komedia Brighton, featuring the best TV faces, Fringe award winners, and the hottest newcomers. Curated by award winning production company.
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
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…
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…
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