Events

The Hastings Seafood & Wine Festival is an annual celebration of coastal culture, culinary delights, and winemaking. It takes place in Hastings, a historic fishing town on England’s southern coast. The festival has become a beloved tradition for locals and attracts visitors from far and wide. Typically held in September, the event transforms the seafront […]

The Caplin Hastings International Chess Congress this year celebrates its 99th edition and will take place from 28th December to 5th January, 2027. The Hastings International Chess Congress is an annual chess tournament which takes place in Hastings, England, around the turn of the year. The main event is the Hastings Premier tournament, which was traditionally a 10 to […]

Hastings Fat Tuesday is an annual music and arts festival held in the historic town of Hastings. The lively event has become a highlight of the local cultural calendar and attracts visitors from across the UK and beyond. The festival usually runs for several days and ends on Shrove Tuesday, the day before the Christian […]

Rye Bay Scallop Week is a culinary celebration held each year in the picturesque coastal town of Rye. The event usually lasts a week and celebrates one of the region’s prized treasures: the succulent Rye Bay scallop. The festival focuses on this delicious shellfish, known for its sweet and tender flesh. It is also recognised […]

The Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition (HIPCC) is one of the UK’s most distinctive contests for young pianists. It is especially known for its rare focus on concerto performance. Established in 2005, the competition has grown from a local cultural initiative into a respected international event. Today it attracts gifted musicians from around the world. […]

Hastings Minigolf Club (formerly Planet Hastings Crazy Golf Club) will host the Hastings Open 2026 on Sunday 1st March at Hastings Adventure Golf in East Sussex. The Hastings Open is the longest-running club open in British minigolf. It is one of the most prestigious tournaments on the UK minigolf calendar. Over the years, it has […]

The Hastings Musical Festival, established in 1908, is one of the United Kingdom’s longest-running and most respected performing arts competitions. In 2026, it returns to the elegant White Rock Theatre in Hastings, East Sussex. The festival spans three vibrant weeks in February or March, offering audiences a rare front-row seat to artistic discovery. Emerging virtuosos […]

The Hastings Half Marathon starting in 1985 and organised by The Hastings Lions Club, the race has become quite popular over the last few years. This longstanding event has become a cherished tradition for runners over the past 4 decades. Embedded in local history, it has evolved into a beloved fixture in the racing calendar. […]

Get ready for a celebration of cinematic creativity like no other at the Trash Cannes Film Festival, Hastings much-loved alternative film event. Originally known as the Hastings 5-Day Film Challenge, this annual festival has inspired filmmakers for over 20 years. It invites everyone—from total beginners to seasoned creators—to take part in a unique creative challenge. […]