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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 and selection of seaside resorts. We've got hundreds of exciting events taking place all year round for residents and day-trippers 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 taking place while there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break.
Exciting entertainment takes place all year round with an enviable supply of themed festivals. There's no shortage of food and drink festivals and the local produce is amongst the best in the UK with seafood from Hastings and ideal conditions for vineyards giving a unique flavour to any event.
May is festivals month in Brighton with arts, music and diverse culture celebrated in party style, but there's always something going on making it a popular destination for a day trip from London. Brighton is also renowned for a thriving comedy scene.
The culture and heritage of 1066 Country, walking and other outdoor events of the South Downs National Park along with family-friendly towns of Eastbourne, Worthing, Littlehampton and Bognor mean you're never far from an event guaranteed to give you a warm welcome.
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.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Sussex, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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The guide below shows our 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.
Number of results: 52
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Christmas
Lower Beeding, Horsham
Experience the gardens as never before, awash with light, sound, colour and festive cheer on a crisp Winter's evening.
Enjoy the spectacular Christmas illuminations and trail through the beautiful woods and lakes at Leonardslee Gardens. The event…
Other
Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath,, West Sessex
Winter Wonderland:
Discover The Magic Of Winter Wonderland!
Escape to an enchanted world hidden in the South Downs of West Sussex at our annual Winter Wonderland event.
Explore The Magic And Wonder Of Mannings Heath As We Start Our Christmas…
Christmas
Bolney Wine Estate, Foxhole Lane, Bolney
Get into the festive spirit with live music every Friday night this December. Escape the crowds and enjoy food and drink in a relaxed setting with friends and family.
Entertainment
Bolney Voices on 6th December
Tobias Ratcliffe (Singer) on 13th…
Theatre
Hastings
Lost toys Tinsel the doll, Captain Courage and Moti the EmotiBot fall out of Father Christmas's sleigh on their journey from his North Pole factory.
Will they reach their children in time before they wake on Christmas morning, or will a naughty…
Antiques
Shoreham by Sea
Postcard, ephemera, cigarette cards and film collectibles.
Music
Lewes
DRUM SAT 14 DEC Each rhythm has a simple base that ANYONE can play On-top we'll layer drum patterns to create great music INCLUSIVE OF ALL LEVELS DRUMS PROVIDED♥ VENUE: 15min walk from Lewes Station TRAIN London to Lewes 1hr CAR London to…
Christmas
Brighton
Paper Daisy Events are taking over the Brighthelm Centre & Gardens, both inside & out, which enables them to bring to you the largest Christmas Craft & Street Food Market in Brighton. Inside will be packed with up to 40 local artists & makers…
Other
Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath,, West Sessex
Book Your Shared Party Night Now
Enjoy a festive celebration at Mannings Heath, when you book your shared party night.
What's Included On Shared Party Nights?
Delicious locally-sourced, 3-course meal with a bottle of our famous Benguela Cove wine…
Theatre
Chichester
Don your ruby slippers and follow Chichester Festival Youth Theatre along the yellow brick road in this faithful adaptation of the wonderful classic adventure for all the family.
Music
Hastings
Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition presents
A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION WITH JOE STILGOE
Sunday 15 December 3pm
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-christmas-celebration-with-joe-stilgoe-tickets-77470244587
Raising vital funds for our…
Christmas
Bolney Wine Estate, Foxhole Lane, Bolney
Come and celebrate with us this festive season at our Eighteen Acre Restaurant. Open Thursday evenings in December from 6pm – 10.30pm.
2 courses £22 per person
3 courses £25 per person
Booking required - to book, email us at…
Music
Wilmington
Christmas Songs & Wintry Folk, Traditional Carols & Solo Guitar Music…
The true meaning of Midwinter? … If you don't fancy yet another panto. and are actively trying to avoid the more saccharine, tinselly aspects of the Christmas season then Richard…
Other
Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath,, West Sessex
This New Year's Eve, dance, laugh and just have a good time with your friends and family at Mannings Heath Golf & Wine Estate!
Book Your Table At Our New Year's Eve Party Now
Enjoy an evening of amazing food, great company, live music and welcome…
Dance / Dancing
Oaklands Park, Chichester
Moscow City Ballet return to Chichester with their stunning production of The Sleeping Beauty: an unmissable climax to the festive season, presented in classic Russian style with full orchestra.
The enchanting and romantic story of Princess Aurora,…
Exhibitions
The True CRIME Museum, Palace Avenue Arcade, White Rock, Hastings
1 human FREE per hound!
Fancy dress competition 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes
Photo opportunities
Theatre
Oaklands Park, Chichester
Divorced. Beheaded. Live! Nominated for five Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss's sell-out international smash hit Six is a phenomenon.
From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take…
Comedy
Ronco Sant'Agata 15, Crawley
Ed Byrne presents his brand-new masterclass in observational comedy hot on the heels of his 17/18 Touring hit, Spoiler Alert!
A TV household name, in the past year Ed has appeared on Live At The Apollo (Host, BBC), Mock The Week (BBC), The…
Markets
Rake Village Hall, Brewells Lane, Rake, Liss
Vintage Fair at Rake Village Hall, just behind the flying Bull Pub on the old A3, Refreshments are available and parking is free. £1 entry children free
Theatre
Oaklands Park, Chichester
In 1910, the unknown Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel set sail for New York as part of Fred Karno's famous music hall troupe, sharing a cabin and then spending two years touring North America together. Stan returned home to find success with Oliver…
Theatre
Oaklands Park, Chichester
Murderess, seducer, thief, enchantress - or merely a woman intent on survival? Alluring, exotic and unconventional, Countess Rachel Sangalletti travels from Florence to the Ashley Estate in Cornwall, home of her recently deceased husband. Her…
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