Your guide to the best things to do in the city.
A look at Lewes Bonfire 2026, the largest 5th of November event in the world, run by independent societies with their own firesites, processions and a town that shuts down for the night.


Remembrance service at the Ruthless Memorial in Willingdon, led by Deacon Sue Wilkinson with the Willingdon Branch of the Royal British Legion.

The Feeling play The Winter Garden in Eastbourne for its Devonshire Quarter, celebrating its album 'Twelve Stops and Home' with its 'Twenty Years & Home' tour.

Live grime show by Dizzee Rascal, with his anthems and new tracks, at the Winter Garden in Eastbourne.
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Matthew Bourne's The Car Man, a 1960s American reimagining of Carmen, plays at the Congress Theatre from 18 to 21 November. Includes content warnings, accessibility details and a look at the venue and Bourne's career.

Barley Sugar Antiques & Artisan Food combines a cheese and charcuterie deli, a café called Barley Sugar Kitchen and a room of antiques and vintage pieces. Reviews praise the dishes and the service. The post covers opening hours, parking, and how online orders and returns work.

Annual Christmas festival with decorated trees, refreshments, a raffle, a craft stall and an Angel Trail for children.

Free Christmas market with local makers, artisan gifts, seasonal produce and festive refreshments at Peelings Manor Barns.

Midweek radio show on the volunteer charity station Radio DGH with uplifting music, quizzes, soundtracks, news and facts.

Adults-only hip hop and comedy bingo show hosted by Grandma Flash and her 87-year-old DJ, with lip sync battles and dance-offs.

Queen tribute band The Bohemians play 34 of Queen's greatest hits in a two-hour show at the Royal Hippodrome Theatre.
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The 20th Anniversary UK Tour of the Tony-winning jukebox musical about the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Agatha Christie's classic murder mystery, the world's longest-running play, on its 75th anniversary tour, with Susan Penhaligon and Nicholas Bailey.

Bill Bailey brings his new show Vaudevillean, a stand-up show that weaves music, comedy and storytelling around the heritage of vaudeville.

Echo & The Bunnymen play the Winter Garden in Eastbourne to support their new album 'Apples For Isaac'.

Family Easter pantomime adaptation of 'The Little Mermaid' with comedy, dazzling scenery and shimmering costumes, including a Strictly 18+ night and a Relaxed Performance.