Western Lawns
King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex
AboutThe Eastbourne Airshow 2026 takes place on 13–16 August along the Eastbourne seafront. Also known as Airbourne, this free four-day event combines spectacular aerial displays with military attractions, historic aircraft, family entertainment and evening events. World-Class Aircraft Displays Over Eastbourne Seafront Visitors can watch fast jets, historic aircraft, helicopters and aerobatic displays along
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
East Hastings Sea Angling Association
The Stade, Hastings, East Sussex
AboutBack for its third year, the Koho Festival will return with some exciting changes to this year’s event. One of the biggest updates is a redesigned layout. The acoustic stage will now sit beside the main rock stage. This new arrangement should keep the energy flowing while creating a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere
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
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 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
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
AboutHastings Heritage Open Days 2026 is a free annual event that celebrates the history, culture and architecture of Hastings and St Leonards. As part of England's national Heritage Open Days programme, it gives visitors access to historic buildings, heritage sites and community spaces that are not usually open to the public. The event takes
Rye Cricket Salts
Fishmarket Road, Rye, East Sussex
AboutThe Rye Harvest Wine and Food Fair is a two-day celebration of local food, drink and artisan producers held at Rye Cricket Salts in East Sussex. The event brings together award-winning vineyards, breweries, distilleries and food producers from across Sussex and Kent. Visitors can discover some of the finest regional produce while enjoying a
