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, Brighton and Chichester, and a selection of fantastic seaside resorts. We've got hundreds of exciting events taking place all year round for residents, day-trippers and visitors on a South East staycation 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.
Exciting entertainment takes place all year round with an enviable supply of themed festivals. There's no shortage of food and drink festivals in Sussex, including the Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival or the Worthing Food Festival both taking place in September this year. With ideal growing conditions, the region is littered with award-winning vineyards, giving a unique flavour to any event.
June is festivals month in Brighton with the Brighton Fringe Festival, a celebration of the arts within the city, including live music, comedy, virtual tours and diverse culture, all brought together in a Brighton party style. There's always something going on making it a popular destination for a day trip from London.
Sussex also offers a rich mix of cultural, heritage and outdoor events including the famous Battle of Hastings re-enactment (Autumn) in 1066 Country, Eastbourne Walking Festival (Sept 21), The South Downs Tour cycling Fontwell Park Racecourse (July 21) and other outdoor events across the South Downs National Park, along with a host of family-friendly events offered in the towns of Eastbourne, Worthing, Littlehampton and Bognor Regis, meaning you're never far from an event guaranteed to give you a warm welcome.
If you're looking for what's on when it's raining, the geography of Sussex means its easy to switch the day at the beach, for a trip to a local castle, museum or gallery, all of which have a calendar of seasonal events to entertain children and adults alike.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Sussex, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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The guide below shows our 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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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 safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst staying close to home.
Curious…
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 safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst staying close to home.
Curious…
Exhibitions
Haywards Heath
See the historic garden transformed into a stunning outdoor gallery with a carefully curated exhibition of figurative and abstract work.
Opening on 7th May, the sculptures will be strategically placed throughout the 17-acre formal Garden, working…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Eastbourne
Offering panoramic views across the seafront to the South Downs the Eastbourne Eye, a 35 metre tall big wheel, offers unbeatable views and is fun for all ages!
Tickets cost just £4.50 per child and £6 per adult, with family tickets available for…
Heritage & History
Ditchling
Taking a Line for a Walk: John Vernon Lord and Friends
Visit the beautiful village of Ditchling this summer and see the work of one of the country's most celebrated illustrators John Vernon Lord, alongside work for children by his students and…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Farley Farm, Muddles Green, Chiddingly
Weekly 1 hour Yoga classes on Sundays in Farleys Sculpture Garden. Pre-booking online essential.
Music
Lower Beeding, Horsham
Enjoy a series of summer evenings with popular classical favourites.
Set amongst the stunning Grade I listed lakes and gardens landscape, this unique Summer Concert Series will take place within the beautiful atrium of Leonardslee House. …
Childrens Events
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
As part of our Multi-Sport Camp Program, we have teamed up with local Multi-Sport Camp Experts Mig Adams and Georgie Adams.
Enjoy a full and varied multi-sports holiday camp programme with experienced coaches and PE instructors.
Food
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
With deliciously dainty handmade desserts, a selection of freshly baked scones with cream and preserves, and unlimited Novus Tea or premium coffee, we serve the best afternoon tea in town.
Tour
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
Visit our vineyards which consists of 37 acres of different wine varietals, where your guide will provide you with interesting information about the vineyards and the English sparkling wine revolution that we are set to be part of. Return to the…
Arts
Shoreham-by-Sea
Renowned painter Rosi Robinson will be exhibiting her Batik paintings at Shoreham Art Gallery in July 2021. Rosi has had an illustrious international career spanning five decades and half of the globe. Learn what drives her, what inspires her, what…
Other
Near Lewes
A rare opportunity to stay camp in the private parkland of Glynde Place, Sussex. The family and dog-friendly pop-up campsite will be open from 2 July to 31 August for £25 per night per tent.
Food
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
Enjoy a delectable BBQ, made from the finest & freshest locally sourced ingredients.
Food
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
Come to Mannings Heath Golf & Wine Estate for the best Sunday roast in Sussex. Only the freshest, finest ingredients are sourced locally in Sussex.From a selection of perfectly roasted meats, to golden roast potatoes, light and fluffy Yorkshire…
Theatre
Chichester
Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific will be Chichester Festival Theatre's summer musical for 2021, running from 5 July – 4 September.
This much-loved, Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical opened in 1949 to huge success, becoming one of…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Ardingly, Haywards Heath
Summer of Sound at Wakehurst
Pause. Breathe. Listen.
Do you hear the steady drum of the woodpecker? Or the whispers of the forest?
This summer, Wakehurst, Kew's wild botanic garden in Sussex, will be brought alive by a symphony of sounds. Six…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
We are delighted to announce we have partnered with Yoga Flow by Georgie Adams. Join us for a yoga class and enjoy great health benefits.
Go with the flow and enjoy doing so!
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
Saturday 17 July to Saturday 11 September, 10am-5pm daily
Do you have what it takes to become a junior paleontologist on our Dino Detective Trail in the Parkland?
Children aged 9 to 12 years can race around the lakes in the stunning Borde Hill…
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
Saturday 17 July to Saturday 11 September, 10am-5pm daily
This summer, children aged 3 to 8 years can join Warren the Flower Fairy on a magical adventure in Warren Wood. Get ready to travel to imaginary lands and meet otherworldly creatures……
Film
Billingshurst
Once again Hollywood is rolling out the red carpet and coming to Loxwood, as the Loxwood Drive-in Movies return for a movie extravaganza on the 19th July through to the 1st August.
Proving that nights out, fun with the family and decadent meals…
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