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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. Don't miss the chance to join in the 950th anniversary celebrations at Chichester Cathedral which includes a year-long exhibition and a spectacular light show in October or enjoy a trip on one of the Sussex steam railways as part of Railway 200. 2025 also marks 100 years since Drusillas Park invited families to experience its zoo, adventure play and rides, as well as 25 years since the Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst opened, now home to over 2.4 billion seeds.

Top Events in Sussex

Start planning your next event-ful visit to Sussex and make sure you don't miss some of the most popular events happening across the county - Chichester 950 Religion, Rebellion & Reformation exhibition, West Sussex (now until 15th November), Brighton Fringe, East Sussex (Now- 1st June), World of Wizardy at Bluebell Railway (28th - 31st May), Balloons and Tunes at Fontwell Park (13th & 14th June) and Petworth Festival (17th July - 2nd August 25).

What's on in Sussex this weekend?

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. Magic of Thailand Festival in Brighton

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    Festival

    Brighton

    A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Preston Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Brighton Thai Festival.

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    16 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 19:00
  2. Appledore Classic Car Rally

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    Appledore

    Welcome to the APPLEDORE CLASSIC CAR SHOW and VILLAGE FAIR 2025. This is our 40th Year and ARGMC are pleased to host once again. We're fast becoming one of the largest in the area with 5,000 visitors and 450 beautiful vehicles of all ages, shapes…

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    20 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  3. The Three Little Pigs

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    From the award-winning Stiles and Drewe (The Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence) comes The Three Little Pigs – a "very curly musical tail" that is perfect for the whole family.

    This charming and witty adventure is full of catchy songs and…

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    6 Dec 2025to28 Dec 2025
  4. Safe Space

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    The winds of change are blowing through the elite ivy-league halls of one of America's most prestigious universities. For students Isaiah, Connor, Annabelle, Omar and Stacy, on the precipice of starting their adult lives, life is no longer about…

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    11 Oct 2025to8 Nov 2025
  5. Chichester950 | Religion, Rebellion & Reformation

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    Exhibitions

    Chichester

    An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day.

    To mark our 950th anniversary, we are delighted to present Religion, Rebellion & Reformation, an exhibition…

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    From:
    14 Feb 2025to15 Nov 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00
  6. Lord of the Flies

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    William Golding's compelling adventure takes us into the heart of darkness.

    A plane crash on a desert island abandons a group of young survivors to fend for themselves. Quickly, tribal loyalties start to form. Despite attempts by Ralph and Piggy to…

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    19 Sept 2025to11 Oct 2025
  7. Petworth Festival

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    Music

    Petworth

    The Petworth Summer Festival returns in 2025, held across 10 venues in and around the historic town of Petworth, West Sussex this event runs from the 17th July - 2nd August. Started 40 years ago it celebrates music including jazz, contemporary, and…

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    17 July 2025to2 Aug 2025
  8. Workshop | Portraits in Print: Etching Essentials

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    Arts

    Chichester

    Explore portraiture through drawing exercises before transforming your designs into etched prints. Experiment with line, texture, and tone to create expressive and dynamic portraits. Led by artist Helen Friend.

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    5 July 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
  9. Hamlet

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    The death of his father, the king, turns Hamlet's world upside down. Stunned by the horrifying secrets revealed, he loses all trust in the people closest to him.

    Amidst a maelstrom of grief, suspicion and doubt, he embarks on a profound journey of…

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    6 Sept 2025to4 Oct 2025
  10. GLOBALLS Date Night Package

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    Special Events

    Brighton Marina, Brighton

    Looking for a unique and budget-friendly Valentine's Day date?
    Glow crazy in love with the GLOBALLS Date Night Package! ️‍♀️ Choose from any of our stunning UV light mini golf courses or Carnival games for a night full of fun and unforgettable…

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    15 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 22:00
  11. 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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    23 Oct 2025Open 19:30 -
  12. Choir

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Heartwarming, funny and packed with glorious arrangements of contemporary songs, Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti's new comedy with music promises a thoroughly entertaining night out.

    Morgan runs a community choir who meet weekly in a room above the local pub…

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    From:
    2 Aug 2025to30 Aug 2025