27/10/2026
🍂✨ WHAT’S ON IN EASTBOURNE? Autumn adventures & Christmas magic are on the way! 🎄🌊
There’s plenty happening in and around Eastbourne over the coming weeks, whether you’re planning a family day out, looking for unique Christmas gifts or getting into the festive spirit!
Here are some dates for your diary 👇
🎃 HALLOWEEN FUN
Still time to enjoy some spooky half-term adventures!
👻 Half Term Horrors at Knockhatch – until 30 October
🎃 Halloween at Sharnfold Farm – until 1 November
🕸️ Halloween fun at Knockhatch – 31 October
🎆 The Saffrons Fireworks Display – 6 November
🛍️ ART, CRAFTS & CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
🎨 Eastbourne Artists Open Houses – 14, 15, 21 & 22 November. Discover local artists, explore creative spaces and find one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts.
🎄 Towner Christmas Fair – 6–8 November
🏺 Christmas Pottery Workshops – 1, 8 & 15 November
🥕 Eastbourne Farmers Market – 7 November
❤️ REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – 8 NOVEMBER
Join the community to remember and honour those who have served, with the annual parade and service.
🎄 LET THE FESTIVITIES BEGIN!
✨ Eastbourne Christmas Lights Switch-On – 28 November, with live music, children's activities and a Christmas market.
🎅 Christmas in Little Chelsea – 4 December, with live music, craft stalls, a dog show, Father Christmas and a spectacular fireworks finale.
⛸️ Winterland at Sovereign Harbour – throughout December, featuring a real ice rink, live entertainment, a Christmas market, vintage funfair and Santa’s grotto!
🌟 MORE REASONS TO VISIT
🌊 Discover the brand-new Beachy Head Experience, with exhibitions, walking trails and an exciting green-screen filming experience.
🎬 Eastbourne has been in the spotlight too, with filming for a new Apple TV comedy starring James Corden and Ruth Jones taking place around the town, including Sovereign Harbour!
🏃 LOOKING AHEAD TO 2027
Fancy a challenge? Entries are now on sale for the Beachy Head Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and Ultra, returning on 23–24 October 2027.
🏰 2027 is also the Year of the Normans, with opportunities to explore Sussex’s fascinating Norman heritage.
🎭 And if live entertainment is more your thing, new shows are on sale at Eastbourne Theatres, including Queen by Candlelight, Mog the Forgetful Cat and the Odyssey 50 Year Anniversary Tour.
📅 Planning a visit? There’s lots to see and do in Eastbourne this autumn and winter — and it’s a wonderful time to enjoy the coast, explore the town and support our fantastic local businesses.
Which event are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments! 👇