What's on in Sussex in the Summer Holidays
Discover the Best Summer Holiday Events in Sussex 2025
Looking for unforgettable things to do in Sussex this summer? Whether you're planning a family day out, a weekend escape, or a full holiday adventure, Sussex is bursting with exciting events and festivals for all ages.
With seaside celebrations, countryside performances, and hands-on activities, Sussex offers the perfect blend of culture, fun, and fresh air. Wherever you are in Sussex you'll find a packed calendar of summer holiday events to keep the whole family entertained.
Start planning your summer now and explore what’s on in Sussex – your ultimate guide to family-friendly festivals, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences.
Explore Summer Festivals in Sussex
SkyFest
- Aug 23, 2025 - Aug 25, 2025
Family-friendly festival fun this summer! Sky Park Farm's annual event SkyFest '25, is even…
Stansted Summer Festival
- Jul 19, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
Our highly popular Stansted Summer Festival will be back for 2025! Join us for our 5th eclectic…
Tremula Podcast Festival
We're back for the second Tremula Festival Production Day! This is all about upskilling your…
Summer Fair and Open Day
Celebrate 80 Years of Community Spirit at Our Summer Fair & Open Day! This summer, join us for a…
Testo by Wet Mess
TESTO is the fever dream from drag icon and genderpunk shapeshifter Wet Mess – a chaotic, sweaty…
Eastbourne Beer Festival
- Sep 12, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
Eastbourne Beer Festival 9-11 October 2025 Winter Garden Eastbourne Free festival cup included with…
All Things Fungi Festival
- Gravetye Estate
- Sep 12, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
Situated on the edge of Ancient woodland in the rolling hills of the Sussex countryside. Join us for…
Every Sort of People Party in Newhaven
This summer, we'll be bringing the festival vibes to Newhaven on Saturday 19th July, following…
Into the Wild
- Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 25, 2025
Into the Wild hosts festivals, amazing wild weekends and much more that open the heart and spirit to…
Compton Festival
- Aug 29, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025
Compton Festival – a two day festival, set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park…
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Family Fun Days out in Sussex
Bateman's National Trust - Family Fun Activities
- Batemans Lane
Step into the world of Emily Gravett's beloved book, Tidy, at Bateman's and follow Pete the…
Bodiam Castle National Trust - Family Activities
- Castle Hill
Discover all kinds of dragons and dragon themed activities at Bodiam Castle this Spring and Summer…
Aldingbourne Country Centre
Come along to Aldingbourne County Centre and eat, drink, laugh and learn together, all whilst…
Out of Bounds
- Golfers Lane
Out of Bounds is an activity centre for children and adults of all ages, based in Angmering, West…
Drusillas Park
- Drusillas Zoo Park
Enjoy a great family day out at one of the top kids days out in Sussex. Widely regarded as the best…
Harbour Park
Harbour Park, the children’s beach adventure in Littlehampton, is the perfect day trip for a young…
Little Street Rudgwick
- King George V Building
Responding to children's love of role play, we have created a realistic street designed with…
Hastings Aquarium
- Rock-A-Nore Road
Step inside to head below the waves and discover what's roaming our oceans. From our own native…
Butlin's Bognor Regis day visits
Butlin’s is pulling out all the stops to ensure its day visits are packed full of fun for the whole…
Sky Park Farm
Located in West Harting, Sky Park Farm is a working deer farm. Enjoy a day out and experience the…
Sheffield Park and Garden - Family Fun Activities
Join us for one of nature's greatest transformations as you become the world's most famous…
Cowdray Estate
- Cowdray Estate Office
Located in Midhurst at the heart of the South Downs National Park, Cowdray Estate is a treat for…
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens is described as ‘The Finest Woodland Gardens in England’. Its rich…
Borde Hill Garden
- Borde Hill Lane
Borde Hill is a 2,000-acre Estate which has been owned by the Stephenson Clarke family for over 130…
Smugglers Adventure
- Priory Road
Smugglers Adventure is an underground network or ancient caves and caverns, filled with secret…
Paradise Park & Gardens
- Avis Road
Paradise Park offers fun for all ages across its 10-acre site. Discover the Planet Earth Museum…
Knockhatch Adventure Park
- Hailsham Bypass
Animals Explore the Jungle Kingdom when you slide through the meerkat enclosure, go nose to nose…
Go Ape Crawley
- Tilgate Park
Located in southeast Crawley you can find Go Ape nestled in popular Tilgate Park. With stunning…
More inspiration for your Sussex Summer
4 Active days on the Sussex Coast
- 8 min read
An itinerary for the adventurous! Why put your feet up on holiday? You can do that at home. This…
Top Instagrammable spots on the Sussex Coast
- 3 min read
A veritable treasure trove of dramatic coastlines and unique seaside towns. If you want to stand out…
Starring Sussex! Top Sussex Coast TV & Movie filming locations
- 7 min read
Spotted Sussex on Screen? Here are the favourite filming locations on the Sussex Coast Sussex boasts…
Discover the secret gardens of Sussex
- 7 min read
If you’re looking for inspiration for a day trip where you can make the most of your natural…
Cycling routes in Sussex
- 3 min read
What better way to explore Sussex than on two wheels. The county boasts some of the best cycle…
Slow Horsham: Pause, breathe and explore Sussex at your own pace
- 7 min read
Spend a week or two tuning into nature in Sussex. This itinerary invites you to slow down, take a…