Chichester Cathedral 950, Now - 15th Nov 25
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.
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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Walking
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…
Dance / Dancing
Saltdean, Brighton
Get ready to turn up the heat and the glitter at our Singles Summer Disco - where retro beats meet modern flirts! Join us for a night of dancing, mingling, and disco fever, all under the glow of summer nights and the view of the Saltdean Lido Pool.…
Comedy
Brighton
Brighton's longest running, and friendliest, new material comedy night.
Food
Rye
Rye Harvest Wine and Food Fair is an opportunity to discover the incredible range of local produce from land and sea around us.
Arts
Station Parade, Eastbourne
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Eastbourne's Ninkaci!
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…
General event
Worthing
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!
The Worthing Rock Choir is led by local musician Emma Steele. People who have already joined the choir, who hail from Worthing and further afield in…
Arts
Arundel
The Paint Club is coming to Arundel! We will be at The Spur on the 7th May to paint a colourful rainbow tree. No painting experience required and our local professional artist will bring along everything you need to paint.
Gardens
Haywards Heath
Embrace the changing seasons at our Autumn Wreath Making Workshop, led by our talented florist and gardener.
Join us for a relaxing two-hour session where you'll create a beautiful and long-lasting 14″ moss-based wreath – perfect for your front…
Music
Brighton
Join the friendliest choir in town!
The Free Brighton Choir is a volunteer-led singing group, open to everyone, regardless of age, singing ability or experience. No auditions, no requirements, no cost.
Arts
Brighton Road, Lower Beeding
Experience the beauty of autumn at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens with a range of creative workshops, from wreath-making and botanical illustration to watercolour painting, photography, and mindful forest bathing. All sessions include garden entry,…
Arts
Queens Walk, East Grinstead
The Paint Club is in East Grinstead! We run regular painting workshops at Carlo Lounge and The Ship Inn every month.
Tickets include professional instructions from an artist, painting materials, plus a canvas to take home at the end of the workshop.
Other
West Hoathly
These workshops will be held in our oak framed Gazebo in our Little Garden. Group sizes will be kept small to ensure maximum attention from Sharon.
Arts
Pevensey
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at The Royal Oak & Castle in Pevensey!
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…
Fireworks
Eastbourne
Eastbourne Bonfire Society stages a colourful procession along the seafront with a giant bonfire and firework display as the finale. Part of the local "bonfire" tradition it attracts other regional societies to the procession. Everyone…
Christmas
Goudhurst,
Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Bedgebury returns for 2025!
Immerse yourself in a new, reimagined trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, created by the award-winning light trail producers behind events such as…
Food
Eastbourne
Over 130 cask ales, craft beers, ciders and perries, specially selected by the local CAMRA team, plus a variety of bottled beers and ciders, gins, wines, Prosecco and soft drinks. Take your pick from award winners, local favourites or those with a…
Music
Eastbourne
After the incredible success of our 2024 Ultimate Christmas Party Fest, we're back and ready to go even bigger for 2025—this time at the iconic Eastbourne Town Hall! That's right, is moving into one of Eastbourne's most stunning venues for a night…
Arts
Petworth
This summer, discover creative short courses hosted across the beautiful estates of Petworth House and West Dean in this collaboration celebrating our shared artistic heritage. Petworth House and West Dean share a rich history of influential…
Childrens Events
Ashford
This summer holidays, we're going BIG, and we mean giant! Join us for family-friendly fun with oversized versions of your favourite games, including Giant Noughts and Crosses, Giant Jenga, and Guess Moo (Guess Who with cows!).
Additionally,…
Arts
High Street, Haywards Heath, Cuckfield
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Cuckfield's 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen!
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…
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