Sussex plays host to many festivals and fun outdoor events each year. We've got festivals to suit everyone, young to old, music lover to art-appreciator. Here are just a few...
Elderflower Fields 23-26th May Uckfield, A family friendly festival nurturing young minds through new experiences in performance, sport, nature, art, science and outdoor fun.
Love Supreme Jazz Festival 4-6th July Glynde Place, Jazz music in style
Petworth Summer Festival 17th July 2nd August, A world class arts festival in the South Downs
Stansted Summer Festival 19-20th July near Brighton, An eclectic weekend of family fun, quirky entertainment and a little bit of the eccentric all within the setting of a Quintessential Country Estate
FakeFestivals Horsham 16th August, SIX sensational Fake Bands
The Wake 23rd August, Loxwood, The new festival set up by Green Man founders, Jo Bartlett and Danny Hagan is returns in 2025, with headliner announced as King Creosote.
Roadhouse Weekender 4-6th July Bodiam, The UK's biggest Country Music Line Up! Welcome to the Roadhouse Weekender, a country music festival created by country music fans.
Hope Freedom Music Festival 22-25th August Battle This festival is about Beautiful and High Vibes, Love, Community, Good Times and ultimately FREEDOM!
Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival 26-29th June Rye/Peasmarsh, Bringing world-class musicians to this charming corner of rural East Sussex allowing audiences to enjoy international chamber music, as well as food and drinks, in a beautiful setting.
Chiddfest Music Festival, 18 - 20 July, Nash Street, Near Chiddingly. Now in its 11th year, this year's festival will see indie-rock band, The Feeling headlining on Saturday. It's much loved 'Tribute Sunday' will conclude the three days. Plenty of food on offer, licensed bars and lots to entertain the kids. Weekend and day tickets available, as well as camping and glamping.
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