AboutPevensey History Festival returns to historic Pevensey, East Sussex, from 20–31 August 2026. The festival brings almost two weeks of local history, heritage and entertainment to the village where William the Conqueror first landed in England. Now in its ninth year, it features historical talks, guided walks, workshops, re-enactments and live entertainment. Most events
Observatory
Science Centre & Museum, Herstmonceux, East Sussex
AboutThe Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival returns from 28–30 August 2026 for its 22nd year, bringing three days of stargazing, science, camping and family-friendly activities to the Observatory Science Centre & Museum during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Set within the former Royal Greenwich Observatory site, the festival is one of the South East's leading astronomy
AboutExperience one of the South East’s most celebrated music events with the Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival, just a short journey from Apollo Guest House. Held annually over the August Bank Holiday, this vibrant four-day festival transforms the historic town of Rye into a hub of live music. Established 2012 – A
The King's Grove
Pippingford Park, Uckfield, East Sussex
AboutEngland's Medieval Festival returns to The King's Grove at Pippingford Park, East Sussex, from 29–31 August 2026 for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Established in 1993, the festival is one of the UK's longest-running medieval and Renaissance living history events, bringing jousting, battles, living history, music, markets and family entertainment together in an immersive
Western Lawns
King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex
AboutBournefest is a brand-new two-day beachside music festival taking place on 29–30 August 2026 at Western Lawns on the Eastbourne seafront. The festival brings together dance classics, house, old-skool UK garage, R&B and feel-good 90s and 2000s throwbacks, with live PAs and DJs. Live Music and Dance Anthems The Saturday line-up features Jaguar
The Polegrove
Brockley Road, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex
AboutThe Bexhill 100 Classic & Custom Car Show takes place each year at Polegrove Recreation Ground in Bexhill-on-Sea. The town earned its place in motoring history as the birthplace of British motor racing in 1902. Celebrating Bexhill’s Motoring Heritage The event celebrates Bexhill’s rich motoring heritage. It showcases an impressive collection of classic
AboutCoastal Currents Arts Festival is an independent annual arts festival held across Hastings, St Leonards and East Sussex each September. Established in 1999, it celebrates contemporary art, performance, film and creative practice. The month-long programme includes exhibitions, open studios, installations and cultural events. The festival showcases the region's creative community and attracts artists, performers
The Pig Hastings
37 White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex
AboutBring Your Nan Fest is a punk and live music festival in Hastings. It takes place at The Pig Hastings from 4–5 September 2026. The two-day event brings together live bands, punk acts and a strong DIY atmosphere. A free-entry warm-up show takes place on Thursday 3 September. Live Music in Hastings The
AboutRye Arts Festival returns to Rye, East Sussex, from 10–27 September 2026. Now in its 55th year, the festival brings together music, literature, theatre, visual arts and a range of talks and activities across venues in and around the historic town. What's On at Rye Arts Festival The programme includes live music concerts,
AboutThe Hastings Seafood Wine & Music Festival is held every September on The Stade in Hastings Old Town, home to Europe's largest beach-launched fishing fleet. The festival celebrates the town's fishing heritage with fresh local seafood, Sussex and Kent wines, artisan food, live music and family entertainment. Local fishermen, vineyards, food producers and musicians
