Chichester Cathedral Festival of Flowers 2026 | 3rd - 6th June 26

Chichester Cathedral Festival of Flowers

3rd - 6th June 26

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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.  You'll find a whole host of events and activities to enjoy on every visit, as the what's on calendar is full to bursting all year round. Whether you choose to head to East or West Sussex, visit for a city break in either Chichester or Brighton, or relax and explore the stunning South Downs National Park that stretches through both counties.

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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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  1. Dinosaur Adventure Live!
    Surely The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth! 65…
    1. 15 Feb 2026
  2. Stargazing at Helen Garden
    Explore the skies with Eastbourne Astronomical…
    1. 24 Jan 2026
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  1. 'Spring Bulbs' - Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson

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    Haywards Heath

    Immerse yourself in the beauty of spring flowers at this relaxing two-hour watercolour workshop with talented Botanical artist, Penny Sanderson (Dip SBA).

    Using blooms from the stunning Garden at Borde Hill, Penny will guide you through the…

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    23 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
  2. Painting party with The Paint Club at The Highlands Inn

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    Arts

    Uckfield

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    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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    26 Jan 2026to27 Jan 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  3. Rye 10 & 5 Mile

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    Peasmarsh near Rye

    This exciting event will be organised in conjuction with the Peasmarsh Memorial Hall Committee to help raise funds for the Village Hall. The race follows a challenging and scenic course on the quiet country lanes surrounding the pretty village of…

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    17 May 2026
  4. The Paint Club painting party at The Heathfield Tavern

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    Arts

    Heathfield

    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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    11 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  5. Painting party with The Paint Club at The Cricketers

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    Arts

    Worthing

    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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    19 Jan 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  6. Cool-Aid Comedy - New Material Comedy Night

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    Comedy

    Brighton

    Brighton's longest running, and friendliest, new material comedy night.

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    21 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
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  7. William Nicholson

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    Chichester

    This is the first major exhibition of the celebrated artist William Nicholson (1872 – 1949) in more than 20 years.
    Spanning Nicholson's entire career, this landmark show reveals the breadth of his artistic vision – from world-renowned still lifes,…

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    22 Nov 2025to10 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. Talk | How To See Now: The Female Subjects with Katy Hessel - Medusa

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    Arts

    Chichester

    How much do you know about the Virgin Mary? How has her image perpetuated an idealisation for motherhood? Where does the iconography of the witch stem from? Is there more to Aphrodite/ Venus than as just the ancient's idea of a pin-up?

    Join art…

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    12 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 19:00
  9. Curious About Hastings

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    Walking

    Hastings

    Have fun (re-)discovering Hastings, 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, whilst exploring this historic seaside town. Curious About…

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    3 May 2025to3 May 2026
  10. 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. Romney Marsh 10k

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    New Romney

    The Romney Marsh 10K is organised by Nice Work on behalf of the Romney Marsh Rotary Club. The course uses the flat tarmac country lanes around the pretty Kent town of New Romney. You won't be disappointed by the views as you explore this stunning…

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    12 July 2026
  12. Noughty '90s Festival

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    Music

    Brighton

    Boasting four huge stages of music, the biggest '00s and '90s bands, artists and DJs from around the world, funfair rides, a '90s arcade, Retro Bars, an RnB Roller Disco, Gormet Street Food, Exclusive VIP area and so much more, this is the ultimate…

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    23 May 2026Open 12:00 - 22:30
  13. The Paint Club painting party at The Spur

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    Arts

    Arundel

    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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    4 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  14. Talk | How To See Now: The Female Subjects with Katy Hessel - Virgin Mary

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    Arts

    Chichester

    Join art historian Katy Hessel for a series of lectures dedicated to Biblical and mythological female subjects commonly depicted in western art history, from witches to the Virgin Mary, Medusa, Eve to Aphrodite. Borrowing from the 1972 book and…

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    12 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 19:00
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  15. Summer Garden Tutorial

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    Gardens

    Arlington, Polegate

    Join us for a series of three inspiring Garden Tutorials at Bates Green Garden in 2026, each thoughtfully timed to celebrate the unique beauty and challenges of spring, summer, and autumn. Guided by Head Gardener Emma Reece, these seasonal walks…

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    10 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  16. Fungal Foray

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    Countryside

    Arlington, Polegate

    Come and dip into the fascinating world of fungi. From Beefstakes to Birds Nests, Fly Agaric to Fibrecaps, we have identified sixty types of fungi in Beatons Wood, and there are many more! Discover a little about the woodland web, and maybe discover…

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    1 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  17. The Paint Club painting party at Hart Country Stores

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    Arts

    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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    19 Jan 2026Open 18:30 - 20:30
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    16 Feb 2026Open 18:30 - 20:30
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  18. Dino Explorers Day

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    Childrens Events

    Ashford

    Dinosaur Explorers are coming to the Rare Breeds Centre on Saturday 17th January, from 10am till 3pm!

    Meet the Dino Explorers as they roam the farm hunting for dinosaurs! Chat with them, follow their adventure, and grab a picture with them too!

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    17 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  19. Bates Green Garden

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    Gardens

    Arlington

    Bates Green Garden was designed and planted by the late Carolyn McCutchan over a period of many years from 1968.  The tranquil 1.5-acre garden surrounds the farmhouse, which was originally a gamekeepers cottage built circa 1814. 

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    25 Feb 2026to28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
  20. Talk | How To See Now: The Female Subjects with Katy Hessel - Eve and Lilith

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    Arts

    Chichester

    How much do you know about the Virgin Mary? How has her image perpetuated an idealisation for motherhood? Where does the iconography of the witch stem from? Is there more to Aphrodite/ Venus than as just the ancient's idea of a pin-up?

    Join art…

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    From:
    5 Mar 2026Open 18:00 - 19:00