What's On in South East
Family Fun, Kids Events
- Monday 5th October, 10:00am - Until Sunday 21st February, 5:00pm
9 Church Street, Aylesbury, HP20 2QP, HP20 2QP
Three Lives. Three Burial Sites. Three Extraordinary Stories.
- Tuesday 6th October, 11:00am - Until Tuesday 23rd February, 12:00pm
Modern Art Oxford, 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford, OX1 1BP
Join us for Make Play, a sensory creative space for children aged between 6 months and 5 years to explore with their parent and/or carer.
- Monday 19th October - Until Sunday 1st November
Stowe House, Buckingham MK18 5EH, UK, Stowe, MK18 5EH
Calling all little monsters, curious creatures and adventurous pups! Join us for a frightfully fun family day out at Stowe House this October half-term.
- Saturday 31st October 3:00pm until 7:00pm + More Dates
Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, , OX7 5QH
See Fairytale Farm sparkle after dark from 23 October to 15 November.
- Saturday 31st October 6:00pm until 9:00pm
Church Road, Newbury, RG14 2DR
Calling all young witches, wizards, and magical creatures… join us as The Shaw House School of Enchantment opens its doors once again for 2026!
- Sunday 1st November 10:00am until 4:00pm
Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road, Stone Cross, East Sussex, BN24 5BU
Take the family around Sharnfold Farm’s Halloween trail this October half term, with spooky surprises, autumn scenes and optional pumpkin carving.
- Sunday 1st November 10:00am until 5:00pm
Drusillas Park, Alfriston Road, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5QS
Enjoy a full week of Halloween fun at Drusillas Park, with spooky characters, seasonal activities and family-friendly scares throughout half term.
- Wednesday 4th November, 10:15am - Until Wednesday 2nd December, 10:45am
The Wharf, Newbury, RG14 5AS
Held over five consecutive Wednesday mornings starting on Wednesday 4th November is our art and craft session, Mini Messy Museum, for 2 to 5 years.
- Thursday 5th November, 5:00pm - Until Friday 6th November, 9:00pm
Leonardslee Wine Estate, Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath, Horsham, West Sussex, United Kingdom, RH13 6PG
Get ready for an extraordinary evening as Leonardslee Wine Estate lights up the skies with one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in West Sussex.
Bring family and friends to enjoy a night...
- Friday 6th November 3:30pm until 4:15pm + More Dates
Banstead Library, The Horseshoe, Bolters Ln, Banstead, SM7 2AW
Creative craft fun for children aged 4+. Every Friday from 3:30pm–4:15pm. Just £1 per child....
- Thursday 12th November 10:00am until 12:00pm + More Dates
9 Church Street, HP202QP
Join us for a themed session including a story, song, games, play, craft activity and museum trail.
- Thursday 12th November 10:30am until 11:30am + More Dates
The Hat Factory Arts Centre, 65 - 67 Bute Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2EY
A Tale of Us
Presented & Produced by Tiny & Tall Productions
- Friday 13th November 2:00pm until 4:30pm
Kings Brighton, 27-33 Ditchling Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton, BN1 4SB
Open Day at Kings Brighton
Friday 13th November between 2pm and 4.30pm
- Friday 13th November 6:00pm until 8:00pm
Church Road, Newbury, RG14 2DR
The Year is 1544 and King Henry, the Eighth of that name, is engaged upon ‘Royal Progress’; halting here to afford his Loyal Subjects the opportunity to have Audience with their Sovereign Lord and King.
- Saturday 14th November 5:00pm until 7:00pm + More Dates
Helen Garden, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XL
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.
- Tuesday 17th November 10:00am until 10:45am
The Wharf, Newbury, RG14 5AS
We’re inviting under 5s (2-5 years) and their families to take over roles at West Berkshire Museum for the morning as part of Takeover Day 2026.
- Friday 20th November 4:00pm until 9:00pm
Market Place, Epsom Town,
Join us for festive fun in Epsom Market Place
- Thursday 26th November 6:00pm until 9:00pm
Church Road, Newbury, RG14 2DR
NEW for 2026!
Immerse yourself in the enchantment and history of Christmas at Shaw House.
- Friday 27th November 1:00pm until 7:00pm
Vicarage Field and Hailsham High Street, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1BG
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
Meads Village, Meads Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7ZZ
Celebrate Christmas in Meads with a festive market, local produce, crafts, entertainment, a Christmas parade and Santa’s Grotto.
- Friday 27th November, 4:15pm - Until Wednesday 30th December, 8:30pm
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, Brighton Road, Lower Beeding, England, United Kingdom, RH136PP
“A Midwinter Light’s Dream - A Garden Awakening”
This winter, Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and an expanded cast of light, sound and spectacle.
- Saturday 28th November 12:00pm until 4:00pm
St Thomas of Canterbury, Wilbury, Bedford Road, Letchworth, SG6 4DU
Festive Family Day returns to Letchworth on Saturday 28th November! Enjoy an elf trail, children's activities, craft stalls, a raffle and festive refreshments, all in aid of Garden House Hospice Care.
- Saturday 28th November 2:00pm until 5:30pm
Polegate High Street, outside Polegate Town Council Offices, 49 High Street, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6AL
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
Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3NE
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
Peelings Manor Barns, 1 Peelings Farm Cottages, Hankham Road, Hankham, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 5AP
Shop local food, handmade gifts and festive treats at Peelings Manor Barns Christmas Market, with Father Christmas, roasted chestnuts and seasonal refreshments.