Sussex Events Guide — February 2026

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.