What's On in Sussex

Events suitable for the whole family are never hard to come by in Sussex thanks to its great family-friendly seaside resorts, vibrant cities and gorgeous countryside. Don't miss the chance to join in the 950th anniversary celebrations at Chichester Cathedral which includes a year-long exhibition and a spectacular light show in October or enjoy a trip on one of the Sussex steam railways as part of Railway 200. 2025 also marks 100 years since Drusillas Park invited families to experience its zoo, adventure play and rides, as well as 25 years since the Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst opened, now home to over 2.4 billion seeds.

Top Events in Sussex

Start planning your next event-ful visit to Sussex and make sure you don't miss some of the most popular events happening across the county - Chichester 950 Religion, Rebellion & Reformation exhibition, West Sussex (now until 15th November), Brighton Fringe, East Sussex (Now- 1st June), World of Wizardy at Bluebell Railway (28th - 31st May), Balloons and Tunes at Fontwell Park (13th & 14th June) and Petworth Festival (17th July - 2nd August 25).

What's on in Sussex this weekend?

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.

• Now - 14th June 25, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex
• 24th May - 1st June 25, A-May-zing half term at Drusillas Park, Polegate, East Sussex
• 28th May - 31st May 25, World of Wizardry at Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex
• 29th May, 17th, 26th June 25, Garden Tours with Two Course Lunch at Gravetye Manor Hotel, East Grinstead, West Sussex
• 8th June 25, Eastbourne Triathlon Festival, Eastbourne, Eastbourne
• 21st June - 16th November 25, Turner's Vision at Petworth, Petworth, West Sussex
• 24th June, Painting party in Brighton: The Railway Inn, Brighton, East Sussex
• 28th - 29th June 25, Model Railway Weekend at Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex
• 4th - 6th July 25, Love Supreme Festival, Lewes, East Sussex
• 12th - 13th July 25, Sussex Steam Rally, Pulborough, West Sussex
• 14th July - 16th September 25, Top Hat at Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex
• 17th - 19th July 25, Wanderwild Wakehurst, Haywards Heath, West Sussex
• 19th July 25, Eastbourne Pride, Eastbourne, East Sussex
• 8th August 25, GB Men's 35s Inter-County Tennis Championships, Easbourne, East Sussex
• 26th - 31st August, British Open Masters Grass Court Championships, Eastbourne, East Sussex
• 6th September - 4th October 25, Hamlet at Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex

Staying overnight in Sussex?

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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Sussex events near me

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.