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.
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).
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Food
Cowfold Roaf, Bolney
Cider and Pizza Served fresh from Wednesday to Sunday
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Tour
Rowlands Castle
A knowledgeable tour guide takes you on a guided tour of the historic Stansted House.
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…