Tilegate Park, West 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. You'll find a whole host of events and activities to enjoy on every visit, as the what's on calendar is full to bursting all year round. Whether you choose to head to East or West Sussex, visit for a city break in either Chichester or Brighton, or relax and explore the stunning South Downs National Park that stretches through both counties.
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.
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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Theatre
Brighton
Our popular backstage tours are back!
Corporate Activities
Arundel
Nyetimber, the world-renowned English sparkling wine producer, opens its estate to the public just a handful of times a year and Amberley Castle has teamed up with our friends down the road to create an exclusive experience and overnight stay.
Music
Bexhill-on-Sea
Bexhill Choral Society presents…
BACH – CANTATA 196
SCARLATTI – DIXIT DOMINUS
SCHUBERT – MASS IN G
with
Sussex Concert Orchestra
Kenneth Roberts conductor
Tickets £17 on the door (£12 for "Friends of BCS") £15 in advance from Second Spin,…
Arts
Haywards Heath
Create a Votive Candle Gift Set – ideal for bringing a festive glow to your home or gifting to someone special.
Embrace the magic of the season with our Festive Fragrances candle making workshop, taking place inside the Animal Room at Borde Hill…
Gardens
Haywards Heath
Delve into the fascinating (and weird) world of fungi with local mycologist, Clare Blencowe, as she leads a circular walk through the woods and meadows of Borde Hill's heritage-listed South Park.
As we explore, we'll discover a diverse array of…
Exhibitions
Petworth
For the first time in 20 years, a wide range of JMW Turner's artistic studies of the extraordinary landscape at Petworth House and Park will be exhibited in the very place that inspired him. Visitors will be able to discover more about his methods,…
School Holidays
Chichester
Ending a momentous year of festivities under the banner of Chichester950, marking the Cathedral’s 950th anniversary, visitors are invited to experience an immersive light and sound installation by the internationally acclaimed artistic…
Special Events
Horsham
Get your £5 entry tickets now for Sunday 12th October held in the luxurious setting of Roffey Park Venue in Horsham, West Sussex.
With a full programme of talks, workshops and activities you are bound to find something to indulge in with our…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Earnley, Chichester
Pumpkin Season at Somerley Fields
Step into our Pumpkin Field and spooky Field of Frights, with plenty of photo spots and entertainment opportunities along the way. Get lost in the Maize Maze, fill a wheelbarrow with your perfect pumpkins, and…
Theatre
Chichester
William Golding's compelling adventure takes us into the heart of darkness.
A plane crash on a desert island abandons a group of young survivors to fend for themselves. Quickly, tribal loyalties start to form. Despite attempts by Ralph and Piggy to…
Food
Cowfold road, Bolney
Set amongst our 200 acre farm and orchards our stunning Taproom & Pizza Kitchen is open Wednesdays - Sundays and is honestly the best place to enjoy one of our ciders in the sun alongside a tasty handmade Pizza from The Safari Pizza company!…
Arts
Haywards Heath
Get into the festive spirit during this relaxed two-hour workshop, taking place in the Animal Room inside Borde Hill House, where you will create a traditional 14″ moss-based wreath to hang on your front door or to give as a present.
Our…
Christmas
Brighton Road, Lower Beeding
Discover Festive Workshops at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens offers a delightful array of creative experiences to embrace the festive spirit, set against the backdrop of their enchanting gardens. Here are just a few of this…
Food
Uckfield
Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea whilst you enjoy a nostalgic journey by steam through the beautiful Sussex countryside.
Sporting Events
Nutley, Uckfield
The Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile Series at Pippingford Park is a series of two eco-friendly trail races where we strive to deliver an exhilarating running experience in a sustainable environment. Previously known as The Greener Earth Trail Race, 2024…
Christmas
Tunbridge Wells
Get ready to sparkle and shine this December as the festive family favourite Nativity! The Musical bursts onto the Trinity stage.
Based on the 2009 smash-hit holiday film, Nativity! The Musical will transport Tunbridge Wells into the mayhem of…
Arts
Horsham
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting in Horsham at D'Arcy's Bar!
Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
️ What's included: All the painting materials…
Festival
Haywards Heath
Launched in 2022, The UK Truffle Festival brings people together to celebrate, learn and indulge in the incredible world of truffles. It also aims to raise awareness about sustainable foraging and our native British truffles.
With an intimate…
Sporting Events
Peasmarsh near Rye
This exciting event will be organised in conjuction with the Peasmarsh Memorial Hall Committee to help raise funds for the Village Hall. The race follows a challenging and scenic course on the quiet country lanes surrounding the pretty village of…
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
There's something strange in the neighbourhood, it's rather weird and doesn't look good…. think we need to call The Ghost Hunters!
This Halloween half term something supernatural is brewing at Borde Hill and we're calling all young Ghost Hunters to…
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