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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.

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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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  1. Devonshire Park South of England Open Championship

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    Sporting Events

    Eastbourne

    GRADE 3 grass court tournament.

    Singles, doubles and mixed doubles events for adults, juniors and mini tennis players, taking place at the Eastbourne International Tennis Centre. Includes Men's 35 & Over event.

    Grab a picnic and come and watch…

    Dates

    From:
    27 July 2025to1 Aug 2025
  2. The Album Era performs Bruce Springsteen's Born to Run

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    Music

    East Grinstead

    Fifty years on from its release, the Boss's 1975 masterpiece continues to reach out to those looking to escape and chase their dreams to the backdrop of a dusty American highway.

    In this series of anniversary concerts, The Album Era band will…

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2025Open 19:30 - 22:30
  3. Petworth Festival

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    Music

    Petworth

    The Petworth Summer Festival returns in 2025, held across 10 venues in and around the historic town of Petworth, West Sussex this event runs from the 17th July - 2nd August. Started 40 years ago it celebrates music including jazz, contemporary, and…

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    From:
    17 July 2025to2 Aug 2025
  4. Summer County Cup Tennis (group 1)

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    Sporting Events

    Eastbourne

    A chance for teams across the county to come and compete against each other.

    LTA Summer County Cup events give players the opportunity to represent their County in team competition in national/regional stages.

    The age group categories range from…

    Dates

    From:
    21 July 2025to25 July 2025
  5. Centenary Open Day

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    Special Events

    Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst

    Join us for a fun-filled day out celebrating 100 years of Bedgebury National Pinetum!

    Special Centenary Offer – just £4 for all-day vehicle admission.

    Celebrate with a full day of fun and discovery and for one day only, enjoy vehicle admission…

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  6. Diversity

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    Dance / Dancing

    Brighton

    London-based street dance crew Diversity got their start in 2007. Founded by choreographer Ashley Banjo and his younger brother Jordan, they were initially known as Swift Moves Juniors. Specialising in everything from popping and breakdance to…

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    Brighton Centre, Brighton and Hove

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    From:
    4 Apr 2026Open 14:30 -
  7. Appledore Classic Car Rally

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    Other

    Appledore

    Welcome to the APPLEDORE CLASSIC CAR SHOW and VILLAGE FAIR 2025. This is our 40th Year and ARGMC are pleased to host once again. We're fast becoming one of the largest in the area with 5,000 visitors and 450 beautiful vehicles of all ages, shapes…

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    From:
    20 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  8. Safari Pizzas @ The Cider Tap

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    Food

    Cowfold Roaf, Bolney

    Cider and Pizza Served fresh from Wednesday to Sunday

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    From:
    5 Sept 2024to29 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 20:00
  9. Outdoor Cinema - Bridget Jones's Diary

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    Film

    Haywards Heath

    Experience the magic of cinema under the stars when Cinestock, the UK's longest-running independent Open-Air Cinema provider brings the 2001 blockbuster Bridget Jones's Diary to the South Lawn, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the…

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    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 19:30 - 22:40
  10. Summer forest bathing

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    Gardens

    Haywards Heath

    Reconnect with nature and unwind from the stresses of everyday life at our forest bathing workshops.

    Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing invites you to slow down and fully immerse yourself in the calming forest…

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
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    20 July 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
  11. Hamlet

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    The death of his father, the king, turns Hamlet's world upside down. Stunned by the horrifying secrets revealed, he loses all trust in the people closest to him.

    Amidst a maelstrom of grief, suspicion and doubt, he embarks on a profound journey of…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025to4 Oct 2025
  12. Stick Man Fun Day

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    Childrens Events

    Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst

    Come along to meet Stick Man himself at our fun day!
    Stick Man will be appearing at various times throughout the day and there will be lots of Stick Man-themed activities on offer at Bedgebury.

    Appearance times: Watch our Forestry England…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  13. Emily Gravett's Tidy Trail at Bateman's

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    Childrens Events

    Burwash

    Join Pete the Badger and his friends at Bateman's for a fun-filled summer adventure. Whether you're a super organiser or a little on the messy side, this family trail is perfect for everyone. Step right into Pete's story as he cleans and tidies up…

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    From:
    14 June 2025to31 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30
  14. Feast in the Vines – A Celebration of Sussex

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    Food

    Tillington, Petworth

    Back for another year, our fantastic Feast in the Vines returns to our Petworth vineyard this August. Indulge in a mouth-watering banquet prepared by The Sussex Chef, who has curated a special menu that celebrates the incredible produce Sussex has…

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    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 17:00
  15. Guided Tour of Stansted House

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    Tour

    Rowlands Castle

    A knowledgeable tour guide takes you on a guided tour of the historic Stansted House.

    Dates

    From:
    6 July 2025Open 11:00 - 12:20
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    3 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 12:20
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    7 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 12:20
  16. Talk | Sculpting Lives: Jo Baring and Sarah Victoria Turner in conversation

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    Talks

    Chichester

    As part of the Pallant House Gallery Thursday Late event, Jo Baring (Director of the Ingram Collection of Modern British & Contemporary Art) and Sarah Victoria Turner (Director of the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art) who co-present the…

    Dates

    From:
    24 July 2025Open 18:00 - 19:00
  17. Painting party in Rye: The Globe Inn

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    Arts

    Rye

    Time & Location
    02 Jul 2025, 19:00 – 21:00

    Globe Inn Marsh, 10 Military Rd, Rye TN31 7NX, UK

    About the Event
    Everything you need to paint a masterpiece!


    Join us for a relaxed evening of painting and socialising. You can purchase some nibbles and…

    Dates

    From:
    2 July 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
  18. Choir

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Heartwarming, funny and packed with glorious arrangements of contemporary songs, Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti's new comedy with music promises a thoroughly entertaining night out.

    Morgan runs a community choir who meet weekly in a room above the local pub…

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to30 Aug 2025
  19. Go Ape x Summer Adventures 2025 - Boring Ends Here

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Titmus Drive, Crawley

    Based in the heart of Tilgate Park, just two miles from the centre of Crawley,
    adventure awaits. Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking for a unique activity or simply
    after some quality time with friends and family, Go Ape have you covered.…

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2025to31 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00
  20. Centenary Saturdays at Drusillas Park

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    Childrens Events

    Berwick

    Head to East Sussex as Drusillas celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025!

    No single day could do justice to such an incredible moment in our history, so we've got a host of special events planned, including a number of Centenary Saturdays…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 10:00 - 18:00
    From:
    20 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00