Friday 17th May to Sunday 19th May 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.
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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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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…
Tour
Rowlands Castle
A knowledgeable tour guide takes you on a guided tour of the historic Stansted House.
Music
Brighton
Hammerdown is Sussex's leading rock and metal festival, hosting 20 acts over 2 days of original music. We've hosted some of the UK's top up and coming talent since 2015, and this year for the first time we're coming to Brighton. Become part of the…
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…
Arts
Brighton
It's 5 o'clock somewhere, but at our studio it's always Happy Hour.
Whether it's a Spicy Margarita, a Cosmopolitan or a Martini (shaken not stirred, obvs), let us fill up your glass (metaphorically and at the bar) with this bright and bubbly…
Fireworks
Hastings
The spectacular torchlit procession, starting from The Stade, bonfire and fireworks commemorate the Battle of Hastings, as well as the traditional gunpowder plot.
Hastings
Avast ye, Hastings Pirate Weekend is upon us again!
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…
Special Events
Arundel
What can visitors see and do at this event?
• See a selection of military vehicles used in the Second World War.
• Watch a number of WW2 re-enactments and displays.
• Join the fun by coming along dressed up.
• 'Peter' our steam locomotive will also…
Arts
Brighton
Why this artwork? Because you're the mane event. Using a base of neutral colours, Into the Lion's Den channels the king of the jungle with a colourful twist. We honestly think this big cat should be in the next Lion King movie.
Arts
Brighton
Why this artwork? Because you're the mane event. Using a base of neutral colours, Into the Lion's Den channels the king of the jungle with a colourful twist. We honestly think this big cat should be in the next Lion King movie.
Your ticket…
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.…
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.…
Festival
HASTINGS
The annual four-day Jack in the Green Festival celebrates the coming of summer and is one of the most colorful events in the town of Hasting. Welcoming thousands of visitors this event culminates on May Day.
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Discover the best in live comedy, featuring three top acts and an MC!
Boasting the hottest line-ups including Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Jordan Brookes, Olga Koch, Barbara Nice, Jarred Christmas, Nina Conti, Sara Barron, and many more!
Komedia is a…
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…
Music
Brighton
CHAPTER 4: LAND BEYOND FESTIVAL - UNCHARTED
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th May 2024
Waterhall, Brighton
Sporting Event
Crawley
Show 1
An incredible celebration of gymnastics with the theme Legends and Icons held at the K2 Crawley. We are sure you will be singing and dancing along and hope everyone enjoys their day full of surprises and fun.
Sporting Event
Crawley
Show 2
An incredible celebration of gymnastics with the theme Legends and Icons held at the K2 Crawley. We are sure you will be singing and dancing along and hope everyone enjoys their day full of surprises and fun.
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