Whats On In Sussex Bank Holiday Weekend August 2024

With the August bank holiday soon to close in, it is great to know what is happening across the county of Sussex.

Secret Sussex has your back from colourful carnival parties, and French food markets to live jazz events.

This August bank holiday weekend kicks off on the 23rd and rounds up on the 26th of August.

Whats On In Sussex – East Sussex Events

Heathfield

French Anglo Market
- Date: 26th August 2024
- Location: Moshimo, Brighton
- Details: The Heathfield French Market has been running annually for 27 years. This long-running event features around 80 stalls offering authentic French food, crafts, goods, live entertainment, and free parking.

Hove

Live Music, Ancient Mariner

Date: 22-25th August 2024
Location: 59 Rutland Road, Hove, BN3 5FE
Details: The Ancient Mariner pub in Hove will host live music all bank holiday weekend, featuring a variety of local bands and artists, creating a lively atmosphere. The performances offer a mix of genres, making it a vibrant spot for music lovers to enjoy an evening out.

Brighton

Brighton Seafront Market
- Date: August 24-26, 2024
- Location: Brighton Seafront
- Details: A bustling market with a variety of stalls selling food, crafts, and unique goods.
Join the Temaki Party
- Date: until 31st December 2024
- Location: Moshimo, Brighton
- Details: Join in on an interactive sushi-making experience where participants learn to hand-roll temaki (Japanese sushi rolls). Along with a flask of sake and all the ingredients, attendees enjoy a fun and creative culinary activity, ideal for couples, groups, or special celebrations.
Brighton Mod Weekender
- Date: August 23-25, 2024
- Location: Various Venues, Brighton
- Details: The Brighton Mod Weekender, from August 23-25, 2024, celebrates 60 years of Mod culture with a weekend of live music, DJ sets, and scooter rides. Held across various venues in Brighton, this event is a must-attend for fans of the Mod scene, featuring top bands, all-night parties, and vintage markets.

Hastings

Hastings Pride
- Date: August 25, 2024
- Location: The Oval, Hastings
- Details: Hastings’ own Pride celebration featuring a parade and a variety of entertainment.
Black Joy! Up Close and Personal Exhibition
- Date: May 4 – August 25, 2024
- Location: Hastings Museum & Art Gallery
- Details: Catch the final weekend of this wonderful celebration of Black Joy. It is an exhibition showcasing the work of over 40 talented artists from the South East.

Eastbourne

Eastbourne Feastival
- Date: August 24-25, 2024
- Location: Hampden Park, Eastbourne
- Details: A family-friendly festival with food, music, and cultural performances, including tribute artists and local bands.

Rye

Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival
- Date: August 22-26, 2024
- Location: Various venues in Rye
- Details: The Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival, features a diverse lineup of world-class jazz and blues artists across various venues in the historic town of Rye.
- The festival offers an intimate setting with live performances, workshops, and events celebrating the best in jazz and blues music.

Lewes

These events provide a variety of cultural and historical experiences, making the August Bank Holiday a vibrant time in Lewes. You can visit local event listings and tourism websites like Visit Lewes for more details.

Blood Brothers (Non-Musical Play)

Dates: August 22-24, 2024
Location: Lewes Little Theatre
Details: This is a dramatic version of the famous story, focusing on the lives of twin brothers separated at birth.

2. Bishopstone Station History Weekend

Date: August 24, 2024
Location: Bishopstone Station, Lewes
Details: This event includes guided history tours of the station, offering insights into the local area’s rich heritage.

3. Church, Clock & Belfry Guided Tours

Date: August 24, 2024
Location: St. Michael’s Church, Lewes
Details: Explore the history of this historic church through guided tours of the building, its clock, and belfry.

Uckfield

1. Beachy Head Launch at Bluebell Railway

Date: 23rd August – 1st September 2024
Location: The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, Sussex, TN22 3QL
Details: This event celebrates the debut of the restored SR ‘Beachy Head’ locomotive. This event includes special train services, locomotive displays, and activities, marking a milestone in British steam heritage.

Whats on In Sussex – Events in West Sussex

Worthing

1. Worthing Wonderland Carnival

Dates: August 25-26, 2024
Location: Steyne Gardens and along the Seafront, Worthing
Description: A traditional carnival featuring live music, stalls, and a classic car show. The event includes a parade and various family-friendly activities across the town.

2. Indigo Bank Holiday Brunch

Date: August 26, 2024
Location: Steyne Gardens, Worthing
Description: A special brunch event hosted at Indigo, offering a relaxing way to enjoy the bank holiday with good food and great company in a scenic outdoor setting.

3. WAX Sessions – Fade

Date: August 23, 2024
Location: Spun Records, Worthing
Description: An evening of music featuring DJ sessions, providing a vibrant atmosphere to kick off the bank holiday weekend.

4. Kids Superhero Entertainment

Date: August 25, 2024
Location: The Thomas A Becket, Worthing
Description: A fun event for children, featuring superhero-themed entertainment and activities. This family friendly pub has a play area and decent food. We went there last year and the kids loved it.

Hassocks

Mid Sussex Music and Ale Festival

Date: 24-25th August 2024
Location: The Hassocks Hotel, Station Approach East, BN6 8HN
Details: This event offers a day of live music performances and a selection of local ales and ciders. The festival features a mix of genres and supports local talent, making it a vibrant event for music lovers and craft beer enthusiasts alike.

Pagham

1. Guided Walk: Summer on the North Wall

Date: 24 August 2024
Location: North Wall, Pagham (Meeting point: The Salthouse, end of Church Lane, Pagham, PO21 4NX)
Description: Enjoy a guided summer walk along the North Wall, exploring local wildlife and fauna. Participants will spot resident egrets, birds of prey, and possibly early migratory birds with the help of expert guides.

Chichester

Chichester Festival Theatre Summer Season
- Date: Ongoing throughout August 2024
- Location: Chichester Festival Theatre
- Details: The theatre hosts a series of performances and events, including plays, musical acts, and workshops.

Horsham

Sussex Sounds Festival
- Date: 25th August 2024
- Location: various venues, Horsham Town Centre
- Details: Sussex Sounds Festival features free live performances by local musicians across multiple venues from 11am to 6pm. This festival celebrates diverse musical styles, including pop, rock, jazz, blues, and acoustic performances.

Arundel

Arundel Festival Market
- Date: 25th August 2024
- Location: Tarrant Street, Arundel
- Details: Saturday kicks off with a hugely popular Vintage and Brocante Tarrant Street Festival Market with favourite and new stallholders selling interesting vintage and collectable goods.

Amberley

A Taste of Sussex

Date: 24th-26th August 2024
Location: Amberley Museum, New Barn Road, Amberley, Near Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9LT
Details: This event showcases local food, drinks, and crafts. The event includes live music, craft stalls, miniature steam vehicles, and nature trails, offering a full day of family-friendly activities.