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
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 &
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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