cultural calender.

From ancient traditions to modern festivals, discover Sussex’s most iconic seasonal events.

Burning The Clocks
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Burning The Clocks

Burning the Clocks lights up Brighton each December with lanterns, fire, and community spirit.

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Rye Bay Scallop Festival
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Rye Bay Scallop Festival

Rye Scallop Festival serves up fresh local seafood across multiple venues, with local flavour and coastal heritage each February.

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Lewes Bonfire Night
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Lewes Bonfire Night

Lewes Bonfire Night blazes with processions, bonfires, and centuries of tradition beyond Guy Fawkes

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Brighton Pride
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Brighton Pride

Brighton Pride lights up the city each August with parades, music, and a vibrant celebration of love and equality.

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Jack in The Green
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Jack in The Green

Hastings’ famous Jack in the Green fills the streets with colour, music, and ancient May Day tradition.

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Hastings Pirate Day
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Hastings Pirate Day

Hastings Pirate Day takes over the town each July with swashbuckling parades, sea shanties, and family fun by the sea.

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