What’s On
A guide to some of Eastbourne’s larger events taking place in 2026. This page is updated as dates are confirmed throughout the year.
2–3 May Magnificent Motors
Hundreds of vintage, classic and unusual vehicles gather on the Western Lawns for this popular seafront motoring weekend.
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9 May Spring Fair
A community-focused day on the Western Lawns celebrating water, with interactive activities and food and drink stalls by the seafront.
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15–17 May Eastbourne Beer Festival
A three-day celebration of real ales, craft beers and ciders by the sea in Eastbourne, with more than 100 drinks to sample alongside food stalls and live entertainment.
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23 May Eastbourne Carnival
A colourful seafront procession celebrating community groups, creative costumes and themed floats, returning in 2026 with a “Lights, Camera, Action” film and theatre theme.
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30–31 May Beach Life
A free, family-friendly weekend of live music, street food and stalls, returning in 2026 in its new venue at Eastbourne Bandstand.
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30–31 May 999 Emergency Services Display
A free seafront event on the Western Lawns with emergency response vehicles, service displays and hands-on activities across the weekend.
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13 June Eastbourne Pride
Town-centre parade and a free street party in Little Chelsea, with live music and celebrations into the evening.
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20–27 June Lexus Eastbourne Open
An international grass-court tennis tournament held at Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club in the week before Wimbledon.
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21 June Eastbourne 10K
A popular seafront road race starting and finishing at the Eastbourne Bandstand.
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1–2 August Eastbourne Lammas Festival
A relaxed celebration of nature, crafts and seasonal traditions held in Hampden Park.
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13–16 August Eastbourne International Airshow
One of Europe’s largest free seafront airshows, with four days of flying displays featuring fast jets, historic aircraft and aerobatic teams over Eastbourne’s seafront.
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29 August Bournefest
A new beachside dance music festival on the Western Lawns bringing Ibiza-style summer energy to the seafront, with DJs, live performances and classic house, garage and dance anthems.
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Ongoing / Regular Events
Alongside the larger annual events above, Eastbourne’s cultural venues and markets host regular programmes and events throughout the year.
Eastbourne Theatres
The town’s theatres host a year-round programme of touring productions, comedy, music and drama across venues including the Congress Theatre, Devonshire Park Theatre and Winter Garden.
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Royal Hippodrome Theatre
A historic theatre presenting a varied programme of plays, musicals, comedy and visiting productions throughout the year.
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Eastbourne Bandstand
The seafront Bandstand hosts a seasonal programme of concerts and tribute performances throughout the year, from classical music to popular tribute nights.
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Towner Eastbourne
Eastbourne’s contemporary art gallery hosts a year-round programme of exhibitions, talks and creative events.
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Eastbourne Farmers’ Market
A regular market bringing together local produce, baked goods and independent food producers.
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