Sussex Events Guide —April 2026

April across Sussex brings a packed calendar of Easter celebrations, food festivals and live entertainment.

From coastal events to countryside attractions, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.

Here’s a selection of what’s happening across Sussex this month:

Easter Adventures At Drusillas Park

📅 When: Wednesday 1 – Sunday 12 April

📍 Where: Drusillas Park, Alfriston

💷 Cost: Visit website

📝 What: Animal encounters, rides and Easter-themed activities for families.

🔗 Link: https://drusillas.co.uk

Easter Festival At Brighton Marina

📅 When: Friday 3 – Monday 6 April

📍 Where: Brighton Marina

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: Family entertainment, pop-up stalls and Easter activities by the seafront.

🔗 Link: https://brightonmarina.co.uk

Chichester Farmers Market

📅 When: Saturday 4 April

📍 Where: Chichester City Centre

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: A popular market featuring local produce, street food and crafts.

🔗 Link: https://chichester.gov.uk

Easter Trail At Sheffield Park And Garden

📅 When: Sunday 5 April

📍 Where: Sheffield Park, near Uckfield

💷 Cost: Check website

📝 What: A scenic Easter trail through gardens with family-friendly activities.

🔗 Link: https://nationaltrust.org.uk

Live Music Night At The Hawth

📅 When: Friday 10 April

📍 Where: The Hawth, Crawley

💷 Cost: Check website

📝 What: An evening of live music featuring local and touring artists.

🔗 Link: https://parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Sussex Food Festival Spring Edition

📅 When: Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 April

📍 Where: Worthing

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: Street food, local produce and live cooking demonstrations.

🔗 Link: https://experienceworthing.co.uk

Easter Holiday Fun At Fishers Farm Park

📅 When: Monday 13 – Friday 17 April

📍 Where: Wisborough Green

💷 Cost: Check website

📝 What: Family attractions, animals and Easter entertainment in the countryside.

🔗 Link: https://fishersfarmpark.co.uk

Brighton Open Market Spring Fair

📅 When: Saturday 18 April

📍 Where: Brighton Open Market

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: Independent traders, food stalls and seasonal gifts.

🔗 Link: https://brightonopenmarket.co.uk

Arundel Castle Tulip Festival

📅 When: Sunday 19 April

📍 Where: Arundel Castle

💷 Cost: Check website

📝 What: Thousands of tulips in bloom across historic castle grounds.

🔗 Link: https://arundelcastle.org

Eastbourne Vintage Fair

📅 When: Saturday 25 April

📍 Where: Eastbourne

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: Vintage clothing, antiques and retro collectibles.

🔗 Link: https://visiteastbourne.com

Hastings Jack In The Green Warm-Up

📅 When: Sunday 26 April

📍 Where: Hastings

💷 Cost: Free entry

📝 What: Music, dancing and traditional celebrations ahead of May Day.

🔗 Link: https://hastings.gov.uk