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.

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 - 31st October 25, Concerts at Eastbourne Bandstand, Eastbourne, East Sussex
• Now - 1st Septemner 25, Chichester950 Code Breaker Trail, Chichester, West Sussex
• 8th August 25, GB Men's 35s Inter-County Tennis Championships, Easbourne, East Sussex
• 13th and 27th August 25, Nature Makers at Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, East Sussex
• 10th August 25, Music in the Garden at Borde Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex
• 14th - 17th August 25, Airbourne - Eastbourne International Airshow, Eastbourne, East Sussex
• 16th - 17th August 25, Magic of Thailand Festival in Brighton, Brighton, East Sussex
• 22nd - 26th August 25, The Labyrinth Challenge at Leonardslee Gardens, Horsham, West Sussex
• 26th - 31st August 25, British Open Masters Grass Court Championships, Eastbourne, East Sussex
• 26th August and 23rd September 25, Painting party in Brighton: The Railway Inn, Brighton, East Sussex
• 2nd & 3rd September 25, Flower Workshop with Head Florist at Gravetye Manor, East Grinstead, West Sussex
• 6th September - 4th October 25, Hamlet at Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex
• 6th - 7th September 25, Eastbourne Steampunk, Eastbourne, West Sussex
• 19th September - 11th October 25, Lord of the Flies 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.