Eastbourne is lucky to play host to so many fabulous events each year, including Rothesay international, Airbourne and Eastbourne Pride.
Take a look below at what’s on in 2025 and make sure to get those dates in your calendar!
Thank you to Visit Eastbourne for providing the information about this year’s packed programme of events.
9. Eastbourne 10k - June 22
This race begins near the Bandstand and will take runners to Sovereign Park, before looping back to the start. It is a flat and fast course with medals for all finishers, and raises money for local charity Matthew 25 Mission. For more information, visit: www.eastbourneruns.co.uk. Photo: VisitEastbourne
10. Armed Forces Day - June 28
A free community event to celebrate our armed forces, taking place at Five Acre Field, Lottbridge Drove. There are arena displays by local cadet units and a military-themed dog show. For more information, visit: www.eastbourneanddistrictveteranscic.org/armed-forces-day/. Photo: Jon Rigby
11. 999 Emergency Services Weekend - July 12 - 13
A weekend of free emergency services displays on the Western Lawns. Here, you can get a close look at emergency response vehicles, get on board a fire engine or ambulance, and see arena demonstrations from the police dogs. Photo: Jon Rigby
12. Eastbourne Pride - July 19
Eastbourne Pride, organised by local charity BourneOutLGBT, promises a day 'full of fun, love and support for the LGBT community'. A parade starts at the Pier at 12pm and heads along the seafront towards Princes Park, where a host of entertainment and live music takes place. Uunder 12s go free and there is discounted entry for 13 - 15-year-olds. The event runs from 11am to 8pm. Photo: Jon Rigby