As Easter 2026 fast approaches, with Easter Day on 5 April. So here’s our round-up of things to do in Sussex at Easter:
Easter chocolate making masterclass
25 March, Artisan Bakehouse
Mike Noble, owner and head chocolatier of Noble and Stace, will guide you through a day of chocolate as you make an Easter egg, Easter-themed bunny chocolates and two batches of fresh cream truffles.
Easter Afternoon Tea
1 – 5 April, East Sussex National Resort Hotel, Uckfield
An Easter themed afternoon tea with handcrafted Easter treats and nest cupcakes.
Easter Medieval Festival
3 – 5 April, Arundel Castle
In the sumptuous grounds of Arundel Castle, you can travel back in time to 1189 and the era of Richard the Lionheart. Set within a large, tented encampment on the lower lawns of the castle, this immersive event will feature 12th-century combat demonstrations, archery and falconry displays. There will be craft tents where artisans show how they make things like pewter items, cook food, work with leather, and more.
Easter Surprises at Fishbourne Roman Palace
6 – 10 April, near Chichester
Easter with a Roman twist! Fishbourne and rabbits have history, so head that way for an afternoon of puzzles, sweet treats and rabbit searching.
Easter wreath making
21 March, Borde Hill, Haywards Heath
Embrace the arrival of spring with an Easter Wreath Making Workshop led by talented florist and gardener, Sophie Neve.
Easter boat trips
28 March – 6 April, Canal Wharf, Chichester
Hop aboard and meet the Easter bunny along with fun activites and sweet treats. Chichester Shop Canal will be hosting three trips a day.
Easter Egg Decorating
3 – 6 April, Amberley Castle
Enjoy an egg decoration workshop with the castle as a backdrop paired with a fabulous Easter afternoon tea.
Lambing
14 March – 19 April, Coombes Farm, near Lancing
Watch the lambing and the lambs go out into the fields. There will be 800 ewes lambing and they will produce about 1,400 lambs. There will also be tractor rides and calving.
Easter Festival at Plumpton Racecourse
5 – 6 April, Plumpton
Enjoy high-quality action on the track – it is one not to miss with a full card of National Hunt action featuring the Sussex Champion Chase and Sussex Champion Hurdle. There is also face painting, an inflatable obstacle courses, funfair rides, and more.
Wedding Fair
18 April, Michelham Priory, Hailsham
Explore the historic setting styled for a wedding day including the stunning Great Elizabethan Barn and discuss your wedding plans with the expert team at Michelham Priory.
Easter at the National Trust
Details TBC.
National Trust always do Easter well. Head to Sheffield Park, Bateman’s, Lamb House, Devil’s Dyke, Birling Gap, Standen House, or Nymans. Visit the National Trust website for full details and dates.
Easter Market
4 April, Market Square Midhurst
An Easter Market in Midhurst with free Easter trails, a community book sale or swap, free crafts and more as well as an artisan and farmers market.
If you’re still looking for things to do in Sussex at Easter, you may also like:
The Sussex Archaeological Society & Historic Places to Visit
