3rd May - 2nd June, Brighton
Events suitable for the whole family are never hard to come by in Sussex thanks to a range of tourist hot-spots including a national park, two cities, Chichester and Brighton, and selection of seaside resorts. We've got hundreds of exciting events taking place all year round for residents, day-trippers and holiday makers to enjoy.
To find out what's on in Sussex today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events (F) taking place. If you're looking for what's on when it's raining, the coastal geography of Sussex means you can switch the beach for a trip to a local castle, all of which have a calendar of seasonal events to entertain children and adults.
You'll find an enviable supply of themed festivals in Sussex, from food and drink festivals bursting with local produce, which is amongst the best in the UK, and full to the brim with English wine as this county has the ideal conditions for a host of vineyards giving a unique flavour to any event. Sussex means you're never far from an event, a place, an adventure, guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.
Don't miss this year's Brighton Festival which kicks off on the 4th - 26th May 2024. This wonderful indoor and outdoor celebration of the arts is a highlight on the South East event calendar and includes dance, circus acts, shows, comedy, and more. Look out for the Olivier Award-winning performance maker, Marisa Carnesky, the newly refurbished Corn Exchange and Studio Theatre which opens to welcome premieres and international productions to Brighton Festival 2024 and for the children, the British Animation award-winning Kensuke’s Kingdom, adapted from Michael Morpurgo’s best-selling children’s book.
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Take a look at our featured list for inspiration and then scroll to the bottom of the page to see hundreds of more events in Sussex.
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The guide below shows our full calendar of events in Sussex. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Childrens Events
Brighton
Award-winning theatre troupe Improbotics presents A.L.Ex and the ImpRobots: an AI Show for Kids, and a brand-new science comedy show for young audiences.
Join A.L.Ex the cute robot and the ImpRobots, a team of science adventurers embarking on a…
Outdoor Event / Activities
East Dean, Nr Chichester
West's Wood Fair is an event featuring the many interesting ways in which wood is used.
We have over 100 exhibitors including trade stands selling timber and many other wood-related products, demonstrations of sawmilling, pole lathes, and hurdle…
Festival
Brighton
During May & June, Brighton Fringe welcomes international performers and audiences as it showcases the creative heart and soul of the city and its unique cultural heritage.
Arts
Brighton
Looking for an artistic escape that is as refreshing as a hot cup of tea in the morning? Here it is.
Capture the serenity of the English Countryside with this UK-inspired artwork. Whether you are a seasoned painter (like us) or simply a beginner,…
Comedy
Brighton
Award-winning stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford (Top 10 Edinburgh Fringe jokes 2019, 2021 & 2022, UK Pun Champion 2022 and current Scottish Comedian of the Year runner-up) hosts this show for history fans, returning to Brighton for the fourth year.…
Sporting Event
Worthing
Head to the Worthing Regatta and cheer on the rowers. This popular event welcomes over 200 people to race in a variety of crews and boats between the Worthing Pier and Splashpoint Leisure Centre.
Festival
Brighton
The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing 500 emerging artists from all over the world in 30+ walkable venues across the city and a pop-up festival site on Brighton Beach. It’s the first place to discover your new favourite artist…
General event
Brighton
Join us for our hugely popular Couples Cook session – together you’ll cook an authentic Spanish starter (Espinacas con Garbanzos) followed by an impressive seafood Paella using traditional techniques and of course the all-important Sangria, then…
Festival
Chichester
Once again offering a veritable feast of entertainment, this year's Festival of Chichester is a celebration of all things arts.
Come and be immersed in music in a variety of genres, heatre, art exhibitions, spoken word and poetry, literary talks…
Arts
Haywards Heath
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be adding a new venue to our events schedule this year on 1 and 2 June. Ardingly College will host Sussex Guild makers in the light and airy buildings of the Chapel, the Old Dining Hall and studio in its famed 19th…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Horsham
3-5 & 24-26 May | Doors open 18:00 | Last entry 20:00
Bask in live music as the sun sets over our vibrant spring gardens with our exciting series of late-night openings.
BACK for 2024 after a sell-out first year!
Explore our 240-acre estate,…
Carnival
Eastbourne
The biggest Seafront Carnival in the South East will return this year.
More than 1,500 walkers are expected to take part with some 25,000 fans and supporters.
Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Discover the best in live comedy, featuring three top acts and an MC!
Boasting the hottest line-ups including Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Jordan Brookes, Olga Koch, Barbara Nice, Jarred Christmas, Nina Conti, Sara Barron, and many more!
Komedia is a…
Heritage & History
Station Road, Tenterden
Tenterden Town Station will be the setting for a rally featuring more than a dozen vintage buses, with some offering free rides to a number of local destinations! This includes a service to connect with trains from both Headcorn and Ashford railway…
General event
Brighton
With plenty of excellent stalls, you can enjoy a brilliant range of plant-based bites, as well as a fantastic range of gifts, crafts, beauty and other treats.
Festival
HASTINGS
The annual four-day Jack in the Green Festival celebrates the coming of summer and is one of the most colorful events in the town of Hasting. Welcoming thousands of visitors this event culminates on May Day.
Comedy
Brighton
**Winner: Best Comedy, Shaftesbury Fringe 2023**
Can we do life better using science? Join marine biologist turned award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins as her globally touring show of stand-up comedy and science chat returns. Learn why your…
Exhibitions
Rowlands Castle
Our 5th Anniversary! Join us at Stansted House, Hampshire!
2024 will be our biggest event yet!
Join us on the 23rd June, once again at Stansted House, Hampshire for another massive lineup of supercars from the south of the UK. We are expecting to…
Music
Brighton
CHAPTER 4: LAND BEYOND FESTIVAL - UNCHARTED
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th May 2024
Waterhall, Brighton
Theatre
Brighton
Our popular backstage tours are back!
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