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. 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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Sporting Events
Tunbridge Wells
This famous race is much loved for its scenic and challenging route. It is steeped in local history and thanks to meticulous organisation, value for money and friendly marshals, entries are highly coveted. It was voted the No.2 Half Marathon in the…
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.
Theatre
Chichester
The winds of change are blowing through the elite ivy-league halls of one of America's most prestigious universities. For students Isaiah, Connor, Annabelle, Omar and Stacy, on the precipice of starting their adult lives, life is no longer about…
Gardens
Haywards Heath
Get into the festive spirit and join Helen from Wallace Lettering for a relaxed two-hour workshop inside the beautifully decorated Animal Room at Borde Hill House.
In this fun, festive session, you'll learn how to use modern 'faux' calligraphy…
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Celebrating 10 years of mullets & mayhem at Komedia Brighton!
Strap in and prepare to experience the simmering chaos of the comedy game-show Bogan Bingo – one of the UK’s longest running bingo shows.
Expect a unique night of hilarious…
Exhibition
Railway Approach, Newhaven
A major exhibition in Newhaven marks the 200 years of the Dieppe to Newhaven cross-Channel ferry line.
The free exhibition will reveal unseen archives, collectables, passenger stories, and vintage posters – telling the tale of a crossing central to…
Comedy
Brighton
Brighton's longest running, and friendliest, new material comedy night.
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…
Childrens Events
Ashford
Join us this Halloween from Saturday 18th till Sunday 26th October for heaps of spooky fun, silly surprises, and fang-tastic activities for all ages!
Effel's Whiffs and Woofs
Effel is making her grand return to the farm this Halloween, starring in…
Christmas
Turners Hill, Crawley
Bring your family to enjoy a magical and unique Christmas Experience for all ages!
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.
Bonfire Night
Arundel
Do you dare to join Fontwell for an electrifying Halloween event. Family fun and sky-filling fireworks and spooky entertainment await as well as the Fontwell Fairground, packed with rides and family attractions.
The finale is a stunning fireworks…
Walking
Brighton Road, Lower Beeding
Join our expert gardening team for a guided autumn walk through our enchanting woodland gardens. Discover vibrant seasonal colour, marvellous mushrooms, and the fascinating trees that shape our unique ecosystem, all through the eyes of those who…
Theatre
Eastbourne
Forbidden Nights is made up of a male vocalist, aerial artist, pole performer and fire act all with an element of strip tease -- think Cirque du Soleil meets *Magic Mike*.
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Enjoy the very best comedians on the circuit, with a glass or two of bubbly and some delicious food.
Arts
Chichester
Join celebrated artists Chantal Joffe and Ishbel Myerscough, exhibiting in Seeing Each Other: Portraits of Artists, as they discuss their life-long friendship and the place it holds in their practice with the Gallery's Chief Curator Melanie…
Exhibitions
Chichester
Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art.
Arts
Brighton
We are Brighton's original sip and paint night out! Join The Paint Club at one of our regular painting workshops taught by friendly local professional artists.
In addition to hosting paint and sip parties in Brighton, we also host events in…
Sporting Events
Rye
The stunning course winds through the ancient trails across High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in East Sussex, linking the Norman churches of Rye, Iden, Beckley, Northiam and Peasmarsh. This spectatular event starts off on the high street…
Arts
Haywards Heath
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Hart Country Stores in Haywards Heath!
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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