3rd - 6th May 24 c Jonny Thompson
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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Dance / Dancing
Brighton and Hove
The MOST eclectic and eccentric Brighton club night
Anytime Goes is the name and the music policy. ALL genres in the mix for the truly adventurous... Funk, punk, soul, latin, disco, pop, house, jazz, reggae, swing, lounge, RnB (the actual real…
Food
Haywards Heath
Come and join us for an evening of fantastic wine tasting hosted by Spier Vineyard all the way from South Africa! Try some delicious wines from this incredible vineyard. We will be pairing the wine selection with a variety of food courses to…
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…
Festival
Haywards Heath
Celebrate life in full bloom at Borde Hill Garden Festival, where the splendour of nature meets aspirational outdoor living – featuring guest speakers, curated stalls, fringe events, live music, fusion food and kids corner.
Nestled within the…
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…
Special Events
Tenterden
A whole weekend of pure nostalgia recreating the sights, sounds and fashions of the 1940s
Literature
Lewes
Lewes Speakers Festival May 2024
Friday 10th May 15.30 Sarah Sands, Editor of the BBC Today Programme, tells a beautiful story about the end of life, in which hedgehogs become a metaphor for hope.
Friday 10th May 17.00 Suzanne Heywood,…
Arts
Brighton
What better way to spend a Bank Holiday Monday than painting with us by the seaside! We've partnered with The Tempest pub on the fabulous Brighton seafront to create this sea themed session.
We'd dive head first into this ocean of technicolour. No…
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…
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…
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…
Arts
Brighton
This artwork is dedicated to all the teachers that told me I'd never amount to nothin'. We'll be singing "Biggie, Biggie, Biggie, can't you see. Sometimes your ART just hypnotise me" when we create the man they call Big Poppa.
This neon arty party…
Music
Brighton
Boasting four huge stages of music, the biggest '00s and '90s bands, artists and DJs from around the world, funfair rides, a '90s arcade, Retro Bars, an RnB Roller Disco, Gormet Street Food, Exclusive VIP area and so much more, this is the ultimate…
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…
Festival
Battle
A one day music festival set against the stunning backdrop of Battle Abbey.
Tour
Washington
Join us for a guided walking tour of our beautiful vineyards hidden away in the South Downs, which incorporates a tasting of our award-winning English Sparkling wines and a picnic lunch in the vineyard. Join us for a guided walking tour of our…
Arts
Haywards Heath
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be adding a new venue to our events schedule this year on 1 and 2 June. Ardingly College will host Sussex Guild makers in the light and airy buildings of the Chapel, the Old Dining Hall and studio in its famed 19th…
General event
Brighton
Southwick's Legendary Beer Festival
Back - bigger and better - for 2024!
There will be a great selection of cask and keg beers, as well as ciders, sourced from a range of local makers. Some of the brewers themselves will be there at the event to…
Childrens Events
Brighton
On his 5th Birthday, rotten little boy Huxley (Levi Meltzer) is whisked away to the magical Land of Cardboard by his imaginary friend Mr. Cardboard (Miles Calderon). However, the corruption of ageing endangers Huxley's adventure and the innocence of…
Walking
Brighton
Have fun (re-)discovering Brighton, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air.
Curious About Brighton visits not just the obvious places, but some…
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