Sussex Events Guide — February 2026
- Dominic Kureen
- Jan 30
- 2 min read
Welcome to your Sussex Events Guide for February 2026 — your round-up of notable activities, festivals, family fun and cultural highlights happening across Sussex this February.
Whether you’re planning half-term days out, enjoying music and theatre, or exploring unique local experiences, here’s what’s on across the county this month.
Sussex Connections Networking February 2026
When: Thursday 5 February, 9am – 11am
Where: Horsham YMCA Football Club, Gorings Mead, Horsham RH13 5BP
Price: £12 (includes light breakfast)
A business networking event bringing local entrepreneurs and professionals together to connect, share ideas and build opportunities in a relaxed setting.
Mudfest 2026
When: 14 – 21 February, 10am – 4pm daily
Where: WWT Wetlands Centre (various Sussex location)
Price: Standard admission (free for WWT members)
Get muddy this half-term! Enjoy interactive, hands-on play where mud is the star — from mud kitchens and seed bomb making to clay creature sculpting and puddle fun.
Hastings Fat Tuesday Festival
When: 13 – 17 February
Where: Hastings, various venues
Price: Free – varies by event
A lively town-wide celebration with parades, free and ticketed gigs, parties and acoustic sessions to mark the run-up to Mardi Gras.
Dragon Scavenger Hunt at Bodiam Castle
When: 15 – 23 February
Where: Bodiam Castle, Robertsbridge TN32 5UA
Price: Castle entry fees apply
Explore the grounds of historic Bodiam Castle in search of hidden dragon clues and fun challenges — ideal for families during half-term.
Pesky Pests Trail at Bateman’s
When: 15 – 23 February
Where: Bateman’s, Burwash, East Sussex TN19 7DS
Price: Standard admission
A playful nature trail at Rudyard Kipling’s former home, featuring critter-themed games and activities to entertain all ages.
South Downs Dark Skies Festival
When: 12 – 22 February
Where: South Downs National Park (various locations)
Price: Most activities free or low cost
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of South Downs’ International Dark Sky Reserve with stargazing trails, podcasts, night-time programmes and starry experiences across peaceful countryside spots.
Sussex Biological Recorders’ Seminar 2026
When: Saturday 14 February, from 10am
Where: Oathall Community College
Price: Ticketed (limited availability)
A full day of talks, displays and networking for wildlife recorders and nature enthusiasts, offering insight into biodiversity recording in Sussex and beyond.
Feast of Fiddles Tour – Bexhill
When: Monday 23 February, 7:30pm
Where: Bexhill Academy Theatre
Price: See venue ticketing
Catch the 31st tour of the iconic folk group Feast of Fiddles for an evening of energetic traditional tunes and melodies.
Rye Bay Scallop Week
When: Saturday 21 February – Sunday 1 March
Where: Rye and Rye Harbour area
Price: Varies by venue
A week celebrating local seafood, especially the famed Rye Bay scallop — with food events, special menus and coastal festivities.
Geometry Dash World focuses on precision rather than complex controls. With only one main action, the game pushes players to master rhythm and concentration. Small mistakes lead to failure, encouraging practice and improvement.