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Discover what's on in Sussex, including festivals, family-friendly events, theatre shows, garden open days, food festivals and seasonal events for a great day out in East and West Sussex. Whether you’re drawn to vibrant seaside cities for a holiday, peaceful gardens for a day out near you, world‑class culture for a short break away or events that the whole family will enjoy, you’ll find plenty to upcoming events to suit all ages and interests.

Events in Sussex

Top Sussex Events Not To Miss in 2026

2026 brings an exciting line‑up of events and celebrations across the county of Sussex

  • World of Wizardry, Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield, East Sussex
    24th, 25th, 27th - 30th May 26
    A magical adventure of enchantment and adventure for all the family at Horsted Keynes Station.
  • Beach Life Music Festival, Eastbourne Bandstand, Eastbourne, East Sussex
    30th & 31st May 2026
    Family-friendly free seaside music festival (F).
  • Treetop Challenge, Go Ape, Tilegate Park, Crawley, West Sussex
    Ongoing 
    Exhilarating family-friendly adventure up in the tree canopy, with Tarzan swings and ziplines.
  • Rose Week, Pashley Manor Gardens, Wadhurst, East Sussex
    12th - 20th June 2026
    With rose themed talks and walks and the chance to enjoy the beautiful English Rose.
  • Summer Season, Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex
    Includes 45 Years (12th June – 11th July 2026) and My Fair Lady (6th July – 5th September 2026)
    Award-winning theatre shows full of secrets, intrigue and life-changing stories.
  • Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow, Eastbourne Seafront, East Sussex
    13th - 16th August 2026
    Featuring the Red Arrows ,The Starlings Aerobatics Team and Aerosuperbatics Wing Walkers (F)
  • Battle of Hastings Re-enactment, Battle Abbey, Battle, East Sussex
    10th & 11th October 2026
    Dramatic living history event that changed the course of English history.

From dramatic coastline and rolling South Downs landscapes to headline festivals, historic re‑enactments and flourishing gardens, make Sussex the perfect place for a seaside stay or countryside escape. Start planning your 2026 adventure today. 

What's on in Sussex this May, June and July?

Explore our featured events list and discover what's on this May, June and July in East and West Sussex, from spring garden festivals to sporting events to take part in, family trials and outdoor adventures all waiting to be explored.

Visiting Chichester for an event, book a stay at Stubcroft Farm campsite

Planning your visit to Sussex events

If you planning to come to South East England to enjoy one of the many events on offer in Sussex, find answers below to some frequently asked questions.

Planning a short break around an event in Sussex?

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 >>> Search & Book Sussex Accommodation

What's on in Sussex today or this weekend?

You'll find daily updated listings of events across East and West Sussex by using the date filter in the search box above or scroll to the bottom of the page to see our full events guide to Sussex - great for providing inspiration and ideas.

Are there any family-friendly events in Sussex?

Yes. Many of Sussex events are designed for families, including garden and nature trails, steam railway events, outdoor festivals and school-holiday activities. Use the 'type filter' in the search box above and choose family to find suitable events.

Are there free events in Sussex?

Yes. Look for events marked (F), including airshows, festivals and community celebrations. 

Sussex events near me

Discover events for residents, day-trippers, and holidaymakers. Browse the full calendar of events in Sussex below or switch to Map View to find out what's happening near you.  A visit to Sussex means you're never far from an event, a place, or an adventure - guaranteed to keep you entertained and coming back for more.

What's on in East Sussex and West Sussex

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  1. Forest Bathing

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    Horsham

    Emma Weaver leads regular soothing Forest Bathing experiences, guiding you on a slow-paced circular walk of around 5–5.5 km through our woodlands. In small, intimate groups, you'll pause at several points along the trail for sensory and mindfulness…

    Dates

    From:
    20 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
  2. Optics Demo Day at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Arundel

    Want to experience wildlife in stunning detail? Our monthly Optics Days are here to help you find the perfect binoculars or scope, for your birding and wildlife adventures. These events are designed for nature lovers at every level. Buy when you try…

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    From:
    4 July 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
  3. Film Screening: 'Seeing Daylight: The Photography of Dorothy Bohm'

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    Film

    East Sussex

    Experience an intimate cinematic portrait of a remarkable life with a special screening of Seeing Daylight: The Photography of Dorothy Bohm at Farleys House & Gallery. Directed by Richard Shaw, the film traces Bohm's extraordinary journey; from her…

    Dates

    From:
    18 June 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
  4. Guided Tree Walks

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Horsham

    Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of trees on a guided walk through our historic, Grade I listed woodland estate.

    Led by a knowledgeable member of our gardening team, this tour takes you through Leonardslee's unique ecosystem, home to both…

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    From:
    10 June 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
  5. Rye Summer Series Race Two

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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:
    5 June 2026
  6. Worthing Rock Choir

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    General event

    Worthing

    If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!

    The Worthing Rock Choir is led by local musician Emma Steele. People who have already joined the choir, who hail from Worthing and further afield in…

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    4 June 2026Open 10:30 -
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    11 June 2026Open 10:30 -
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    18 June 2026Open 10:30 -
  7. 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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    Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026to27 Dec 2026
  8. Antigone Exits

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Antigone's brother has died in a bloody civil war. The king – her uncle – has forbidden anyone to bury the body. Antigone is going to bury the body anyway.

    Twenty-five centuries after Antigone, seven performers gather to re-tell the tale of what…

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    Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to17 Oct 2026
  9. Atlantis

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    In a small coastal village in Wales, Bryn and Gwen learn they will be forced to abandon their cherished home in the face of rising seawater. Their crisis rekindles Gwen's crusading spirit, cradled at the Greenham Common protests in the 1980s – a…

    Venue

    Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026to15 Aug 2026
  10. Midhurst Rother College Contemporary Craft Show

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    Christmas

    Midhurst

    The Sussex Guild is delighted to be returning to the spacious, modern surroundings of Midhurst Rother College to showcase our contemporary crafts this Christmas.

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    From:
    5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
  11. 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…

    Venue

    Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026to20 June 2026
  12. Bogan Bingo Bottomless Brunch

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    Comedy

    Brighton and Hove

    Bingo, bottomless brunch & the Bogan Bingo boys!

    What could be a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than a gloriously chaotic bingo and bottomless brunch session with Brighton’s no.1 comedy bingo show, Bogan Bingo!

    Tickets include:

    - 90…

    Venue

    Komedia, Brighton and Hove

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2026Open 12:30 -
  13. 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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    8 June 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
  14. Beer & Cider by the Sea

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    Food

    Eastbourne

    Beer & Cider By The Sea will serve up another selection of real ales, craft beers, artisan ciders and perries for summer 2027, after its sell-out success. The three-day music, food and drink festival, which is one of the biggest on the south coast,…

    Dates

    From:
    14 May 2027to16 May 2027
  15. Christmas Pudding Dash

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    Sporting Events

    Pett, Hastings

    This cross country event is great for all the family, with the main race being accompanied by a Fun Run and the Children's Scurry. There truly is something for everyone and afterwards, bask in the festive spirit and enjoy a yummy mince pie. Explore…

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    From:
    19 Dec 2026Open 10:30 -
  16. May at Go Ape Crawley

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Titmus Drive, Crawley

    Looking for things to do this May half term in Sussex? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Crawley, set among the rolling woodland in Tilgate Park, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.

    Perfect for families, friends, and thrill seekers, Go Ape…

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
  17. Special Event | Babes in Arms Guided Tours

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    Arts

    Chichester

    Bring your baby and enjoy a relaxed tour of the Gallery with a member of our curatorial team.

    Each tour will focus on a different theme, including the works in our permanent collection and our temporary exhibitions.

    Thursday 25 June 2026: Our…

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    25 June 2026Open 10:30 - 11:20
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    3 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 11:20
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    22 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 11:20
  18. Curator's Talk at Farleys House and Gallery

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    Exhibitions

    East Sussex

    Join us for a free Curator's Talk with Monica Bohm-Duchen, art historian and daughter of celebrated photographer Dorothy Bohm, as she offers unique insights into the images that shape Dorothy Bohm: About Women, which is currently on show at Farleys…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
  19. June Moth Morning

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Arundel

    Join Reserve Manager Suzi Lanaway to see what the moth traps on our survey attracted the night before. Be there for close encounters with a myriad of moth species on the monthly survey. Help ID the catch. A must for photographers and moth fans!
    Cost…

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
  20. Beach Life Music Festival

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    Type:

    Free Event

    Eastbourne

    Beach Life returns this summer to a new venue at Eastbourne's iconic Bandstand, with non-stop live music, street food, stalls and entertainment. 

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2026to31 May 2026