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Sussex is ready to welcome you for a year filled with colour, creativity and coast-to-countryside events. Whether you’re drawn to vibrant seaside cities, peaceful gardens, world‑class culture or family‑friendly days out, you’ll find plenty to enjoy across East and West Sussex in every season.

2026 brings an exciting line‑up of celebrations. At Borde Hill, the much‑loved Jay Robin’s Rose Garden marks its 30th anniversary, with more than 750 David Austin roses across 100 varieties taking centre stage. Across the county, the Brighton Festival celebrates its 60th year, bringing theatre, music, dance and visual art to venues and open spaces throughout the city from 2–25 May 2026. East Sussex honours the 100th anniversary of Winnie‑the‑Pooh, with Ashdown Forest hosting themed walks, family activities and exhibitions inspired by the Hundred Acre Wood. Whilst in West Sussex, Chichester Cathedral welcomes visitors back to its spectacular Festival of Flowers, returning from 3rd – 6th June to mark 30 years with more than 50,000 blooms filling the historic nave and cloisters.For foodie fans the tasty Rye Bay Scallops festival is a great way to indulge in this delicious seafood running from 21st February - 1st March 26.

From dramatic coastline and rolling South Downs landscapes to headline festivals, historic re‑enactments and flourishing gardens, Sussex is the perfect place for a short break or longer escape. Start planning your 2026 adventure today — your Sussex experience is waiting.

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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. Specialist Spring Plant Fair

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    Gardens

    Haywards Heath

    The ever-popular Specialist Spring Plant Fair will return to Borde Hill on Sunday 10th May from 10am to 3pm. Hosted by the Plant Fairs Roadshow, a collective of independent specialist nurseries, visitors can expect an extraordinary lineup of locally…

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    10 May 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
  2. Easter Holidays at Drusillas Park

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    Childrens Events

    Alfriston


    Make wild memories this Easter Holidays at Drusillas Zoo Park!

    Eggsplorers are you ready for a crackin' good time this Easter?

    Give the kids eggsactly what they need this Easter with a zooper day out at Drusillas Park - voted one of the best days…

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    28 Mar 2026to30 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    31 Mar 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
  3. The Paint Club painting party at The Queen's Head

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    Arts

    Redhill, Nutfield

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    9 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    14 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    11 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    9 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    13 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  4. Roses in Bloom at Borde Hill

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    Show / Display

    Haywards Heath

    June is a wonderful time to admire Jay Robin’s Rose Garden at Borde Hill, designed by RHS Gold medal winner Robin Williams in 1996 and named after Andrewjohn and Eleni Stephenson Clarke’s daughter. With over 750 David Austin rose plants and 100…

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    Borde Hill Garden, Mid Sussex

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    9 June 2026to20 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  5. The Paint Club painting party at Globe Inn Marsh Rye

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    Arts

    Rye

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    1 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    6 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    5 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  6. Peter Pan: A musical adventure

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    One of the most beloved stories of all time, in a wonderful version with songs by Stiles & Drewe (Honk!, The Three Little Pigs, Half a Sixpence), Peter Pan – A musical adventure is the perfect Christmas show for all the family.

    Join Chichester…

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    14 Dec 2026to30 Dec 2026
  7. The Paint Club painting party at 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen

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    Arts

    Cuckfield, Haywards Heath

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    2 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    4 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    2 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    6 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  8. Chichester Cathedral Festival of Flowers 2026: Nature's Embrace

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    Festival

    Chichester

    The Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral returns from 3 – 6 June 2026 for its 30th anniversary.

    This much-loved event will see the Cathedral transformed by more than 50,000 blooms in a spectacular celebration of colour, scent and creativity.…

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    3 June 2026to6 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
  9. Magic

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Harry Houdini is the greatest illusionist the world has ever known. Arthur Conan Doyle is the creator of literature's most brilliant detective, Sherlock Holmes.

    Their mutual admiration blossoms into a profound friendship, even as they discover a…

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    24 Apr 2026to16 May 2026
  10. Hey! Christmas Tree

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Enchanting, funny and heart-warming, this festive story about the importance of finding friendship and somewhere to call home, created especially for Chichester Festival Theatre by Michael Morpurgo, returns to the Minerva following its hugely…

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    5 Dec 2026to27 Dec 2026
  11. Curious About Brighton

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    Walking

    Brighton

    Have fun (re-)discovering Brighton, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air. Curious About Brighton visits not just the obvious places, but…

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    1 July 2025to31 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  12. Atonement

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    On an English country estate during the blazing summer of 1935, 13 year-old Briony Tallis witnesses a passionate scene between her elder sister Cecilia and the son of their housekeeper, Robbie. In a disastrous desire for drama but only a dim…

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    29 May 2026to20 June 2026
  13. Workshop | Fabric and Form: Textile Art

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    Arts

    Chichester

    Create a unique textile artwork inspired by Rana Begum's stairwell installation using hand-stitching and fabric manipulation techniques, led by textile artist Helen Peters.

    Explore the interplay of form, colour, and light in this hands-on textile…

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    9 May 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
  14. The Labyrinth Challenge

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Horsham


    Take on one of the UK's biggest inflatable obstacle courses this summer!

    24 - 26 July

    Spanning 1,000ft with 34+ obstacles across 5 zones, it's a fun-filled test of skill and stamina for anyone over 1.2m tall.

    Quiet sessions: 24 July between 9:30…

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    24 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 09:30 - 18:00
  15. The Paint Club painting party at The Wheatsheaf

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    Arts

    Little Common, Bexhill-on-Sea

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    13 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    11 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    13 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    10 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  16. Hove Prom 10k

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    Sporting Events

    Hove

    The accurately measured 10k course is two laps along the promenade with lots of great support from Arena 80 Athletics Club. The event is a Sussex Grand Prix Championship event and attracts both seasoned and beginner runners alike. The course is…

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    18 Oct 2026
  17. Community Open Day

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    Community

    Hailsham

    All are welcome to a special Community Open Day at Herstmonceux Castle Estate on Saturday 11 April 2026.

    Discover the castle and grounds, and hear about the exciting projects shaping the estate's future.

    The day begins with a welcome session led…

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    11 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 15:00
  18. Backstage Tour

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    Theatre

    Brighton

    Our popular backstage tours are back!

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    Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton and Hove

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    11 Apr 2026Open 10:30 -
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  19. Rye Summer Series Race Five

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    Sporting Events

    Rye

    The Rye Summer Classic Series provides a unique chance to enjoy one of Britain's most treasured conservation sites, covering a mosaic of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, intertidal grazing, reed-beds and saline lagoons. It can get windy on…

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    From:
    4 Sept 2026
  20. 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…

    Venue

    Brighton Centre, Brighton and Hove

    Dates

    From:
    4 Apr 2026Open 14:30 -