What’s on in Sussex

Worlds Collide: Halloween Spooktacular ⭐

Step into the Woodland Walk and prepare for an adventure where spooky worlds come together in ways you’ve never seen before! As you wander through, you’ll find yourself exploring different realms, each more mysterious than the last. But be warned—the Haunted Church is home to something extra spooky… only the brave dare to enter! Keep your eyes peeled for the Wicked Witch Doors scattered throughout these worlds! It’s up to you to find them all, but beware—you might have some ghostly company along the way. Get ready to be spooked (and thrilled!) as you walk through this magical Halloween adventure.

Plenty of other activities to get your fangs into such as: Pumpkin Bowling, Dress the Scarycrow, Craft stalls, Mystery AR Trail, Creepy Crawlie Bounce House (bouncy castles), Terror Tractor, Pumpkin Carving, Street Food Role Play Shop and of course our animal experiences on the Open Farm!

A fun packed October Half Term for pre-schoolers and primary school age children.

Monday 28th October – Sunday 3rd November, 10am – 4pm.
Aldingbourne Country Centre, PO18 0JP

Check out our events page for more details: www.aldingbournecountrycentre.org/events

Lindfield Repair Cafe

Lindfield Repair Cafe is also proud to offer computer advice:
They don’t carry spares, so physical repairs aren’t usually practical, and the aim is not to compete with local professional services, but they can help with many technical issues that may be making you think about replacing your device prematurely. Don’t forget the power supply!

Forthcoming events:

Saturday 2nd November

Saturday 7th December

Saturday 4th January

Visit their website for more details.

Pumpkin Patches

This Halloween why not go pumpkin picking in Sussex!

Sompting Pumpkins 

Tulleys Farm

Rogate Pumpkin Patch

Poynings Pumpkin Patch

Picking Patch Lewes

Heli Hike in Sussex

Saturday 5th October

Choose between a 7.5, 3 or 1 mile route and hike around the stunning Cowdray Estate, stride for the skies, and support your local air ambulance charity.

Petworth Proms - National Trust Petworth

Friday 18th October – Sunday 20th October

Visit National Trust Petworth House for three musical evenings in the state rooms, featuring mini-concerts in the Carved Room, North Gallery, Chapel and Grand Staircase.

Sussex Bonfire Night

2024 Events

Horsham Fireworks

Lewes Bonfire Night

Rye Bonfire

Uckfield Bonfire Night

Lindfield Bonfire Night

Ardingly Fireworks Spectacular

Petworth Hampers Green Bonfire Night

Christmas Treve Art Exhibition

Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th November 2024 – 11-5pm

A Christmas Art Show set in the atmospheric C17th Sussex Cottage, Printmaking Studio, Old Studio and Sitting Room with its cozy log fire. The perfect opportunity to purchase unique presents, gifts and cards in time for Christmas made by local, professional artists. Homemade Soup, Mulled wine and Mince Pies will be for sale in the pop up cafe.

Treve Cottage, River Common, Near Petworth, West Sussex GU28 9BH

Sussex Mineral & Fossil Show

Saturday 16th November 2024

Come and see a fantastic selection of minerals, crystals, fossils and gems as the ever popular show returns to Haywards Heath. Interactive activities for adults and children, displays and talks.

Haywards Heath College
Harlands Road, Haywards Heath
RH16 1LT
Doors Open 10am
Adults £3, Children £1

Full show guide on our website at www.smls.online

Slinfold Concert Band

Lintot Square, Southwater Christmas Carols and Tree Lighting  4 to 4:45 p.m

Sunday 1st December The Red Lyon in Slinfold for some Christmas Carols 4:30 to 5: 15 p.m.

Thursday 5th December, Slinfold Village Store, carols and tree lighting from 6 : 00 p.m.

Sunday 8th December – Concert at St Mary’s Church Horsham with the St Mary’s Church Choir 6 p.m.

Saturday 14th December, Horsham Carfax, Horsham Churches Together Carol Service, 11 to 1 p.m.

Sunday 15th Dec – Carol Service at St. Peter’s Church, Slinfold 4:00 p.m. (Time TBC)

Wednesday 18th December, carols at Mannings Heath village hall from  7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

St John's Church Concerts and Events

St John’s Church, Lower Church Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 9AA

Autumn Concert with Robinswood Folk Band Saturday 19th October, 7:30pm

A Celebration of Music – Organ Recital
Saturday 16th November, 3:30pm

Burgess Hill Marching Youth – Christmas Concert
Saturday 30th November, 7:30pm

Christmas Tree Lighting & Carols Service
Wednesday 11th December, 7:00pm

Mid Sussex Brass Band – Christmas Concert
Thursday 19th December, 7.30pm

Christmas in Sussex

Please see our dedicated Christmas in Sussex page for updates on what’s on in Sussex nearer the time!

Arundel Castle Tulip Festival

Annual Event.

Spring 2025

This annual tulip festival is one not to be missed with a spectacular display!

Brighton Festival

Sat 3–Sun 25 May 2025

Check back for more info!

Ardingly South of England Show

Check back for next years dates, usually in June

Annual Event

A great day out for all, the South of England Show features international showjumping, heavy horse displays, livestock judging, shopping, eating, forestry, falconry, fly casting and much more!

Petworth Festival 2025

Annual event. Check back for next years date usually in Summer

Visit the Petworth Festival website for more information!

Worthing 10K

Check back for next years dates usually June

Annual Event

Take part in the Worthing 10k, for runners of all abilities in a fast and flat route.

Arundel Castle Medieval Weekend

Check back for any updates regarding next years event, usually June

The festival takes place in the grounds of Arundel Castle. Visitors can see demonstrations of historical crafts, such as forging, cooking, leather work and also enjoy combat, falconry and the Knights and archery tournament.

Qatar Goodwood Festival

Brighton Pride

2nd – 5th August 2024, check back for next years dates

Annual event.

Visit the website for more information!