What's On in Eastbourne
Family Fun, Kids Events
- Sunday 20th September 1:00pm until 4:00pm + More Dates
Climb aboard Polegate’s miniature railway for an afternoon of train rides run by local volunteers, with rides available in return for donations.
- Saturday 3rd October 10:00am until 4:00pm + More Dates
Pick your perfect pumpkin and enjoy an autumn family day out at Sharnfold Farm across three October weekends.
- Saturday 17th October 6:00pm until 8:00pm + More Dates
Join Eastbourne Astronomical Society for free public stargazing at Helen Garden and take a closer look at the Moon, planets, star clusters and distant galaxies.
- Saturday 24th October 10:00am until 5:30pm + More Dates
Enjoy a week of Halloween scares, spooky crafts, family rides, zoo activities and special attractions at Knockhatch Adventure Park this October half term.
- Saturday 24th October 10:00am until 4:00pm + More Dates
Take the family around Sharnfold Farm’s Halloween trail this October half term, with spooky surprises, autumn scenes and optional pumpkin carving.
- Saturday 24th October 10:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Enjoy a full week of Halloween fun at Drusillas Park, with spooky characters, seasonal activities and family-friendly scares throughout half term.
- Wednesday 28th October 10:00am until 12:30pm
Get creative this Halloween with a fun morning of spooky arts and crafts for children at Wannock Village Hall.
- Friday 27th November 1:00pm until 7:00pm
Celebrate Christmas in Hailsham with festive entertainment, seasonal stalls, family activities and the town’s Christmas lights switch-on.
- Friday 27th November 2:30pm until 7:30pm
Celebrate Christmas in Meads with a festive market, local produce, crafts, entertainment, a Christmas parade and Santa’s Grotto.
- Saturday 28th November 2:00pm until 5:30pm
Celebrate Christmas in Polegate with stalls, live entertainment, a DJ, charity raffle and the town’s annual Christmas tree lights switch-on.
- Sunday 29th November 12:00pm until 7:00pm
Kick off Christmas in Eastbourne with live music, children’s rides, a festive market, a Christmas light procession and the town centre lights switch-on.
- Sunday 29th November 2:00pm until 7:00pm
Shop local food, handmade gifts and festive treats at Peelings Manor Barns Christmas Market, with Father Christmas, roasted chestnuts and seasonal refreshments.
- Friday 4th December 3:45pm until 8:30pm
Enjoy festive shopping, live entertainment, Father Christmas, street performances and a Christmas market as Little Chelsea celebrates Christmas in Eastbourne.
- Saturday 12th December 5:00pm until 8:00pm
See Sovereign Harbour light up for Christmas with decorated vehicles, festive market stalls, rides, street food, live music and a real ice rink.