15th - 18th Aug 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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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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Arts
Brighton
The Artists Open Houses festival provides a unique experience for visitors, where you can view an array of work from contemporary and original local artists and makers in their homes, as well as meeting the artists and buying artwork and crafts…
Sporting Event
Eastbourne
June will see Eastbourne’s Devonshire Park open its doors once again to the Rothesay International (Eastbourne) WTA tournament, which has run in Eastbourne since 1975, showcasing some of the world's finest female tennis talent as well as the men…
Festival
Brighton
During May & June, Brighton Fringe welcomes international performers and audiences as it showcases the creative heart and soul of the city and its unique cultural heritage.
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…
General event
Ardingly, Haywards Heath
Battles Through History is the new Multi period living history show you simply MUST get to in 2024!
Set in 150 acres at the South of England Showground, this show is set to be the Last Hurrah of the summer season. Not only a great day out for…
Food
Hawkhurst Road, Ticehurst
Join us at Birchwood for the April instalment of our monthly Supper Club. An evening menu designed by our chefs Will Devlin & Jake Chappell-Kelly, set on two large communal dining tables. This form of dining is a fantastic way to come together with…
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…
Exhibitions
Rowlands Castle
Our 5th Anniversary! Join us at Stansted House, Hampshire!
2024 will be our biggest event yet!
Join us on the 23rd June, once again at Stansted House, Hampshire for another massive lineup of supercars from the south of the UK. We are expecting to…
Bank Holiday
Near Wadhurst
Pashley Manor's spectacular Tulip Festival is a riot of colour.
Music
Bexhill-on-Sea
On Saturday 18 May 2024 at 7.30pm Bexhill Choral Society will be performing in a concert at St. Peter's Church, Church Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2HE.
The programme is: Vivaldi Gloria. Vivaldi Beatus Vir, Pergolesi Stabat Mater and Torelli Trumpet…
Outdoor Event / Activities
East Dean, Nr Chichester
West's Wood Fair is an event featuring the many interesting ways in which wood is used.
We have over 100 exhibitors including trade stands selling timber and many other wood-related products, demonstrations of sawmilling, pole lathes, and hurdle…
Gardens
Haywards Heath
Following the success of last year's Specialist Plant Fairs, the Plant Fairs Roadshow returns to Borde Hill with a wide range of locally grown, garden-worthy and unusual plants to inspire keen gardeners.
An exciting line-up of independent UK…
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.
Dance / Dancing
Brighton
Boundary is the biggest electronic dance music festival in Brighton with a capacity of 20000. After the biggest and best Boundary ever in 2023, Boundary Brighton returns in 2024 on Saturday 28th September. Headlining with Wilkinson and joined by…
Festival
Eastbourne
Prepare to kick off summer in style and rock out like never before as Eastbourne Music Fest makes a grand return with two phenomenal bands, "DYNAMITE" and "APACHE ROSE," set to deliver a live on-stage experience featuring over 4 hours of the…
Arts
Ford,, Arundel
Plans For Living
An exhibition of painting and ceramics by Louise Bristow and Coco Crampton.
Everyday objects can provide a profound insight into history, reflecting the society that created them and the ideology of the period in which they were…
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
Eastbourne
This annual 10 day eco festival returns - to celebrate our beautiful surroundings and promote sustainable living.
There are many events throughout the festival, from an Eco Fair on 11 May on the Western Lawns to a Big Beach Clean on 12 May.
Past…
Childrens Events
Brighton
The largest UK celebration of all things Eurovision.
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