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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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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. 21 Feb 2026

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  1. Thursday Late | The Art of Performance

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    Chichester

    Join us in March for a Thursday Late exploring William Nicholson's connection to the theatre world.

    Hear from Jane Pritchard, Curator of Dance, Theatre and Performance at the V&A, in a special talk about how William Nicholson's creative imagination…

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    19 Mar 2026Open 17:00 - 20:30
  2. The Paint Club painting party at The Wheatsheaf

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    Arts

    Little Common, Bexhill-on-Sea

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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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    9 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  3. Talk | How To See Now: The Female Subjects with Katy Hessel - Eve and Lilith

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    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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    5 Mar 2026Open 18:00 - 19:00
  4. 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
  5. Stormtroopers at the Bluebell Railway

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    Childrens Events

    Uckfield

    May The 4th be with you!

    A must-attend event for all Star Wars fans! On May 4th, prepare for an epic galactic adventure as Darth Vader & Stormtroopers take over the Bluebell Railway!

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    2 May 2026to4 May 2026
  6. Forbidden Nights

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    Theatre

    Eastbourne

    Forbidden Nights is made up of a male vocalist, aerial artist, pole performer and fire act all with an element of strip tease -- think Cirque du Soleil meets *Magic Mike*.

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    15 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
  7. 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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    4 Sept 2026
  8. Celebrate Mother's Day on the Farm

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    Childrens Events

    Ashford

    Make this Mother's Day truly special with a memorable visit to the Rare Breeds Centre. On Sunday, 15th March 2026, we're delighted to offer one complimentary parent or carer day ticket for every group booking with at least one paid adult or child…

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    15 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  9. Spa Day at Award-Winning Utopia Spa

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    Indoor

    Turners Hill, Crawley

    Escape to the multi award-wining Utopia Spa at Alexander House in the West Sussex countryside.

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    12 Feb 2026to31 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. Sketch Booking Workshop

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    Arts

    Arlington, Polegate

    Join us for a 3-hour sketchbooking workshop in the beautiful and inspiring setting of Bates Green Garden, led by talented local artist Emma Lindsay. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the garden as you explore a range of drawing, mark making,…

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    2 July 2026Open 09:30 - 12:30
  12. Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings

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    Festival

    HASTINGS

    A festival of Morris and other traditional dance with visiting teams from all over England and Europe. Jack of the Green takes place on the May Day Bank Holiday Monday with music, dance, singing and street entertainment and the traditional crowning…

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    1 May 2026to4 May 2026
  13. Eridge Park 10 Trail Challenge

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    Eridge

    This corker of a race returns in 2026 to bring us 10 miles of trail delights and glory. Dubbed the 'favourite of off-road' races, the course is renowned for its captivating views, steep & narrow climbs and copious quanties of mud. Prepare to fall in…

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    27 Sept 2026
  14. The Paint Club painting party at The Blackboys

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    Arts

    Blackboys, 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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    3 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  15. 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
  16. Talk | 'William Nicholson's greatest invention? The image of the artist' with Stephen Calloway

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    Talks

    Chichester

    William Nicholson's greatest invention? The image of the artist.

    In this illustrated talk, celebrated curator and aesthete Stephen Calloway explores how William Nicholson's carefully crafted public persona, captured in portraits and photographs…

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    16 Apr 2026Open 18:00 - 19:00
  17. Celebrate Mother’s Day at Rare Breeds Centre

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    Mother's Day

    Ashford

    Celebrate Mother’s Day at Rare Breeds Centre

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    15 Mar 2026
  18. Spring Blooms Photography Workshop with Molly Hollman

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    Haywards Heath

    Join award-winning garden photographer Molly Hollman for an inspiring early spring photography workshop. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting out, Molly will guide you through the creative techniques needed to help elevate your…

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    18 Apr 2026Open 09:00 - 14:30
  19. Painting party with The Paint Club at The Railway Inn

    Painting party with The Paint Club at The Railway Inn

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    Arts

    Brighton

    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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    24 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  20. Roald Dahl's The BFG

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Roald Dahl's unforgettable story The BFG comes to life in a magical new co-production from Chichester Festival Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and Roald Dahl Story Company. This new adaptation by Tom Wells is directed by RSC Co-Artistic…

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    9 Mar 2026to11 Apr 2026