AboutThe Hastings Comedy Festival began in 2015, when co-directors Chris and Jake combined their shared passion for live comedy with the vibrant community spirit of Hastings and St Leonards-on-Sea to create the festival. Live Comedy Festival in Hastings and St Leonards This independent event showcases a diverse line-up of established comedians and emerging
De La Warr Pavilion
Marina, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
AboutThe Bexhill Festival of Music is one of East Sussex’s most popular annual cultural events. It brings together live performances, local talent and internationally recognised musicians in venues across Bexhill-on-Sea. The festival runs each summer and showcases jazz, folk, classical, rock and choral music. It attracts visitors from across Sussex and the South East
Adventure Golf
Pelham Place, Hastings, East Sussex
AboutThe World Crazy Golf Championships (WCGC) have been an annual event since 2003, hosted at the Adventure Golf Complex on the seafront of Hastings, East Sussex. Since 2016, the tournament has taken place in June, with the next event scheduled for June 5-7, 2026. This competition attracts individual players from various countries, including England,
South of England Showground
Selsfield Road, Ardingly, West Sussex
AboutThe South of England Show is one of the UK’s best-loved countryside events. It takes place every June at the South of England Showground in Ardingly, Sussex. The three-day event attracts thousands of visitors from across the South East. Farming Heritage and Rural Traditions Since 1967 Organised by the South of England Agricultural
AboutWe’re thrilled to announce that Hastings Comic Con is back this year. It will be bigger and better than ever. From the award-winning producers of Portsmouth Comic Con, this two-day pop culture event will transform Hastings into a hub of creativity and colour. The weekend is packed with activities for geeks, gamers, film fans
AboutHastings Beer and Music Festival began in 1981. It is an annual three-day event organised by Hastings Round Table. In 2017, the HBMF committee decided the festival had outgrown its home in Alexandra Park. After 35 years, it moved to a new venue at The Oval on Bohemia Road in Hastings. A Volunteer-Led
AboutExperience one of East Sussex’s most celebrated cultural events at the annual Battle Festival. It brings music, arts and community spirit to the historic town of Battle each summer. Festival Dates and Historic Battle Locations The festival runs for around two weeks in July. Events take place across the town, including the iconic
Warrior Square Gardens
St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex
AboutThe St Leonards Festival is back! This exciting event celebrates the vibrant community of St Leonards-on-Sea, showcasing the area's unique culture, creativity and diversity. Join us on the 11th of July for a day of music, art, food and fun for the whole family. The festival is completely FREE, so come along and enjoy
The Pig Hastings
37 White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex
AboutBeatwave is Hastings turned up loud — a feel-good celebration of reverb-soaked guitars, pounding drums and pure seaside energy. Live 60s Surf, Beat and Rock ’n’ Roll Weekend Hastings hosts a full weekend of live 60’s Surf, Beat, Rock ’n’ Roll and Garage Frenzy by the Sea. As a result, bands deliver raw,
AboutHastings Pirates Day is a vibrant, exhilarating event that transforms the historic seaside town of Hastings, UK, into a swashbuckling haven. This annual summer extravaganza draws crowds of enthusiastic buccaneers, families and history lovers, all eager to enjoy a day of high-seas fun. The Spirit of Hastings Pirates Day The heart of Hastings
