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Sussex is ready to welcome you for a year filled with colour, creativity and coast-to-countryside events. Whether you’re drawn to vibrant seaside cities, peaceful gardens, world‑class culture or family‑friendly days out, you’ll find plenty to enjoy across East and West Sussex in every season.

2026 brings an exciting line‑up of celebrations. At Borde Hill, the much‑loved Jay Robin’s Rose Garden marks its 30th anniversary, with more than 750 David Austin roses across 100 varieties taking centre stage. Across the county, the Brighton Festival celebrates its 60th year, bringing theatre, music, dance and visual art to venues and open spaces throughout the city from 2–25 May 2026. East Sussex honours the 100th anniversary of Winnie‑the‑Pooh, with Ashdown Forest hosting themed walks, family activities and exhibitions inspired by the Hundred Acre Wood. Whilst in West Sussex, Chichester Cathedral welcomes visitors back to its spectacular Festival of Flowers, returning from 3rd – 6th June to mark 30 years with more than 50,000 blooms filling the historic nave and cloisters.For foodie fans the tasty Rye Bay Scallops festival is a great way to indulge in this delicious seafood running from 21st February - 1st March 26.

From dramatic coastline and rolling South Downs landscapes to headline festivals, historic re‑enactments and flourishing gardens, Sussex is the perfect place for a short break or longer escape. Start planning your 2026 adventure today — your Sussex experience is waiting.

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To find out what's on in Sussex today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date, explore the featured list or head to the bottom of the page and explore the list of events in Sussex. If you are on a budget look out for the free events (F) taking place across the county. Sussex means you're never far from an event, a place, or an adventure - guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.

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Sussex hosts hundreds of exciting events, all year round for residents, day-trippers, and holidaymakers to enjoy. The guide below shows our full calendar of events in Sussex. Find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.

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  1. The Paint Club painting party at The Blackboys

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    Arts

    Blackboys, Uckfield

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

    Dates

    From:
    5 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
    From:
    7 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  2. Peacehaven Trail 10k

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    Special Events

    Peacehaven

    Experience the thrill of this gripping and scenic race beginning in Peacehaven. The route winds through stunning bridleways, the iconic South Downs Way, and the historic Greenwich Meridian Trail, finishing with a loop through the charming village of…

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2026
  3. Outdoor Family Theatre - Pinocchio

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    Theatre

    Haywards Heath

    Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi, adapted by Oliver Gray

    Illyria brings Carlo Collodi's magical coming-of-age classic Pinocchio to Borde Hill's stunning Azalea Ring in a joyful, music-filled outdoor theatre performance perfect for all ages.

    Since its…

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2026Open 15:00 - 16:50
  4. Wealden Times Midsummer Fair

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    Shopping

    Cranbrook

    Wealden Times Midsummer Fair 
Hole Park - Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th June
 - Our much‑loved summer celebration returns to the glorious gardens of Hole Park with over 220 stallholders showcasing fashion, homeware, artisan food, jewellery and more…

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    From:
    11 June 2026to13 June 2026Open 09:00 - 16:30
  5. Easter Holidays at Go Ape

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Goudhurst

    Looking for an exciting activity this Easter? We've got something the whole family will enjoy with our brand-new Egg-venture experience at Go Ape Bedgebury. It's all the fun of our brilliant wobbly high ropes crossings and super zips, all while…

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    From:
    28 Mar 2026to20 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  6. Burning the Clocks

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    Show / Display

    Brighton

    The dark grip of long wintry nights is broken by a flicker of light. Started in 1993, Burning the Clocks represents an alternative to the commercial Christmas. Thousands of people gather to make paper lanterns to carry through the city before…

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    From:
    21 Dec 2026
  7. Romney Marsh 10k

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    Sporting Events

    New Romney

    The Romney Marsh 10K is organised by Nice Work on behalf of the Romney Marsh Rotary Club. The course uses the flat tarmac country lanes around the pretty Kent town of New Romney. You won't be disappointed by the views as you explore this stunning…

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2026
  8. Dawn Chorus Walk

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Arundel

    £23 book online
    Experience the delights of the dawn chorus at Arundel Wetland Centre on this guided walk around the reserve at sunrise. Led by our learning team, you will learn how to identify birds from their unique songs, including wetland…

    Dates

    From:
    18 Apr 2026Open 05:20 - 07:30
    From:
    25 Apr 2026Open 05:20 - 07:30
  9. Easter Holidays at Drusillas Park

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    Childrens Events

    Alfriston


    Make wild memories this Easter Holidays at Drusillas Zoo Park!

    Eggsplorers are you ready for a crackin' good time this Easter?

    Give the kids eggsactly what they need this Easter with a zooper day out at Drusillas Park - voted one of the best days…

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    From:
    31 Mar 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
  10. The Savoy Hotel: An Evening of Music and Scandal

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    Music

    Hailsham

    Experience an enchanting evening of music, storytelling, and intrigue at Herstmonceux Castle Estate with The Savoy Hotel: An Evening of Music and Scandal.

    This captivating performance brings the rich and glamorous history of Savoy Hotel to life…

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    From:
    17 May 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
  11. Cyanotype Printing Workshop

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    Gardens

    Arlington, Polegate

    The workshop will begin with an introduction to the cyanotype process, what it is, its history and show you all examples by artists and myself. I'll explain the chemicals involved which are non toxic and then perform a demonstration to show everyone…

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    From:
    4 June 2026Open 09:30 - 12:30
  12. Children's Workshop | Easter Holiday Club: A Toy's Story

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    Childrens Events

    Chichester

    Create book illustrations inspired by your favourite toy!

    Inspired by William Nicholson's enchanting illustrations for The Velveteen Rabbit, children will explore storytelling and illustration through their favourite toy.

    In this hands-on…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
  13. South Downs Food Festival

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    Festival

    Rowlands Castle

    The South Downs Food Festival returns to Stansted Park on the 6th and 7th of June 2026, bringing a spectacular weekend of food, drink, and celebration.

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    From:
    6 June 2026to7 June 2026
  14. Latham's War - Historical Lecture

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    Heritage & History

    Hailsham

    Historian Dr. Steven Bednarski returns to Herstmonceux to recount the experiences of Sir Paul Latham in the 70th Sussex Searchlight Regiment, Royal Artillery.

    Drawing on regimental war diaries, he explores how Latham, the castle, its owner and…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Apr 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
  15. Atonement

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    On an English country estate during the blazing summer of 1935, 13 year-old Briony Tallis witnesses a passionate scene between her elder sister Cecilia and the son of their housekeeper, Robbie. In a disastrous desire for drama but only a dim…

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026to20 June 2026
  16. Pashley Manor Gardens Tulip Festival

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    Bank Holiday

    Near Wadhurst

    Pashley Manor's spectacular Tulip Festival is a riot of colour in East Sussex with over 40,000 tulips to experience.

    Venue

    Pashley Manor Gardens, Rother

    Dates

    From:
    16 Apr 2026to1 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  17. Thursday Late | Art of Appearance

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    Exhibitions

    Chichester

    Join us in April for a Thursday Late event looking at the art of appearance.

    In a special talk (tickets sold separately), celebrated curator and aesthete Stephen Calloway invites us into the fascinating world of self-fashioning – revealing how…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Apr 2026Open 17:00 - 20:30
  18. Atlantis

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    In a small coastal village in Wales, Bryn and Gwen learn they will be forced to abandon their cherished home in the face of rising seawater. Their crisis rekindles Gwen's crusading spirit, cradled at the Greenham Common protests in the 1980s – a…

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    From:
    18 July 2026to15 Aug 2026
  19. Battles Through History Military Show

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    Exhibition

    Ardingly, Haywards Heath

    Whatever the weather with more exhibitors, vehicles, and interactive experiences being brought indoors you can experience an unforgettable journey through time! Battles Through History, is the unique and exciting multi period living history military…

    Dates

    From:
    3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Eastbourne International Airshow

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    Free Event

    Eastbourne

    Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow is scheduled to return for its 32nd year from 13th – 16th August 2026, bringing one of the South East's top events back to the South Coast. 

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Various Opening Times