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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 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 taking place while there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break.
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. Winter time doesn't mean less events in Sussex in fact the calendar is full to bursting with festive fun, creative arts and family fun events that you can enjoy together.
Head to Brighton the cultural capital of the South East which will see the annual Brighton Fringe return from the 5th May - 4th June 23. Get your stakes on in Worthing until the 19th Feb or head along to Hastings for the start of their festival season, with Hastings Fat Tuesday running from the 17th - 21st Feb, which borrows heavily from the New Orleans take on Mardi Gras. Sussex means you're never far from an event, a place, an adventure, guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.
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.
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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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Dance / Dancing
Worthing
Adult Musical Theatre Dance Classes
Mondays 6-7pm - £7
2A The Drive, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 5LL
Exhibition
Chichester
Discover Chichester's creative roots and follow it's journey to coming a hub for art and culture at The Art of Chichester until February 2023
Arts
West Firle, Lewes
In this exciting new installation, contemporary British artist Linder brings together a series of objects alongside new and existing works to create a multi-sensory collage in dialogue with Duncan Grant and Charleston.
A dream between sleeping and…
Arts
West Firle, Lewes
Exploring themes of sex, intimacy, gender and identity, this exhibition presents a selection of Duncan Grant's recently discovered erotic drawings alongside responses by six contemporary artists – Somaya Critchlow, Harold Offeh, Kadie Salmon, Tim…
Exhibition
Hastings
Hastings Contemporary presents the first major survey show of the work of Caragh Thuring.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Hastings
Have fun (re-)discovering Hastings, 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, whilst exploring this historic seaside town.
Curious About Hastings…
Outdoor Event / Activities
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…
Christmas
WORTHING
Worthing Ice Rink will return to Steyne Gardens for the winter.
Arts
Chichester
From Turner to Ravilious to contemporary artists, see how this constantly changing landscape of rolling hills and rugged cliffs has been an inspiration for generations of artists.
Defined by its iconic chalk-cliff coastline and the rolling expanse…
Participatory Event
Selsey
Winter is the best time to see the variety of waders and wildfowl around Pagham Harbour just west of Bognor Regis.
Concert
Hastings
The Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra is the first fully professional orchestra in Hastings since the 1930s when the Hastings Municipal Orchestra* was based at the White Rock Theatre, then a major national centre for classical music and the favourite…
Performance
Shoreham-By-Sea
The Ropetackle gives access to high quality film, art, music, theatre, education and training oportunities in the arts, film and media in a unique riverside venue
Food
Fragbarrow Lane, Ditchling Common
Live life in full flavour at The Rows & Vine, converted into a unique winter dining space by our Chardonnay vineyard. It's the perfect spot to sip, savour and celebrate.
We are now serving seasonal Sunday Roasts alongside our small plates menu.…
Arts
Chichester
Internationally exhibited artist Anne Grebby will be undertaking a three month residency at Chichester Cathedral.
During her residency, which will take place from 23rd January - 1st April, Grebby will be creating a painted triptych, depicting the…
Gardens
Uckfield
Walk in the footsteps of Nellie Soames, the pioneering former owner of Sheffield Park, as she heads North on her great Victorian adventure to the farthest reaches of the Arctic Circle. Discover Nellie's unique story as you journey with her around…
Theatre
Chichester
Based on Deborah Moggach's Sunday Times bestseller, which inspired one of this century's most treasured films, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel takes us on a journey to India with an eclectic group of British retirees as they embark on a new life. The…
Other
Brighton
Grab your friends and family and head down to The Walrus for a great night full of fun, great quiz rounds and excellent prizes!
We've got a £35 bar tab up for grabs, with the chance to gamble for the cash rollover! We've also got a prize for our…
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!
‘THE place…
Comedy
Hove
WHO WE ARE:
Brighton & Hove’s best small comedy club and winner of the Audience Choice Award for Best Fringe Venue 2021. We are the only comedy club in Brighton that runs on every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. If you prefer a safer and…
Tour
Chichester
If you'd like to learn more about the inner workings of Chichester Festival Theatre, why not explore behind the scenes with a 60 minute Backstage Tour before devouring a sumptuous Afternoon Tea in The Brasserie.
Some of the most famous faces in…
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