Chichester Festival Theatre 19th April - 11th May 24
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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Fete / Fair
Ticehurst
Music, BBQ and summer fun at The Bell in Ticehurst.
Performing Arts
Brighton
You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author C.J. Carter-Stephenson. With the help of an immersive soundscape and projected images, C.J. will bring two of his horror stories vividly to life.
First on the agenda is AND…
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…
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…
General event
Sheridan Terrace, 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”…
General event
Brighton
You will be hands on with your food preparation, this is not a cooking demonstration! So be ready to get to grips with the tools of our trade.
Most historians are inclined to believe that the macaron originated in Italy, probably Venice, and was…
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…
Music
Worthing
An evening with Richard Norris of The Grid (and many other musical ventures!): Q&A from 8.00 PM, then Richard Norris DJ set 10.00 - midnight.
Richard Norris is best known as one half of The Grid, alongside Dave Ball (of Soft Cell). The duo had a run…
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…
General event
Brighton
With plenty of excellent stalls, you can enjoy a brilliant range of plant-based bites, as well as a fantastic range of gifts, crafts, beauty and other treats.
Arts
Brighton
Looking for an artistic escape that is as refreshing as a hot cup of tea in the morning? Here it is.
Capture the serenity of the English Countryside with this UK-inspired artwork. Whether you are a seasoned painter (like us) or simply a beginner,…
Arts
Brighton
If I'm the king of Pinot & Picasso, then Frida is our queen. We all love an inspirational and iconic figure in our lives and no one changed the art game more than Frida Kahlo herself.
Pay homage to Frida with this classic portrait with your own…
Music
Eastbourne
With more than 140 concerts across the season, Eastbourne Bandstand has a packed line-up in 2024, including the return of the 1812 Proms & Firework Nights on Wednesday evenings from 1 May to 25 September, and Traditional Sunday Afternoon concerts…
Arts
Brighton
'You Can't Always Get What You Want' until now. She's A Rainbow celebrates the iconic UK rock band The Rolling Stones – that started long before the dinosaurs – with their classic logo.
This fun and funky masterpiece will no doubt add a pop of…
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,…
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…
General event
Streat
It’s a quintessential pairing: fresh seafood and sparkling wine.
Join us for a special evening of plateau de fruits de mer, served alongside our award-winning sparkling wines.
It is one of our most popular events at Artelium, so pre-bookings are…
Childrens Events
Cuckfield, Haywards Heath
Our summer school will be a fun packed 5-day course where students will learn choreographed routines and songs inspired by the Hit West End Show and Hollywood Film, Mary Poppins!
All students who book onto the course will have the opportunity to…
Bank Holiday
Near Wadhurst
Pashley Manor's spectacular Tulip Festival is a riot of colour.
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