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.

17. Beachy Head Marathon - October 25 - 26
The Beachy Head Marathon is one of the biggest off-road marathons in the UK, according to VisitEastbourne, and also features a Half Marathon and 10k run too. It's popular for its scenic and challenging route through the South Downs countryside. For more information, visit: www.visiteastbourne.com/marathon Photo: Jon Rigby

18. MG South Downs Run - September 7
The South Downs Run is a scenic and non-competitive drive of about 70 miles along the beautiful South Downs from Bury Hill to Eastbourne in Sussex. More than 220 cars are expected this year, and entries span the MG range from the earliest to the latest models. The event is free to spectate and the Western Lawns provide the perfect place for a picnic with the attraction of a 1950s Rock & Roll band playing in the afternoon. Photo: VisitEastbourne

19. Eastbourne Bonfire - October 4
Eastbourne Bonfire Society stages a colourful procession along the seafront with a giant bonfire and firework display as the finale. The event starts at 7.30pm with fireworks at 9.45pm. Photo: Jon Rigby

20. Remembrance Sunday service - November 9
A service with military and civic parades remembers those who lost their lives in conflict, with a two minutes silence at 11am. Photo: Jon Rigby


