What's On

Worthing and the surrounding area, including Shoreham-by-Sea and Lancing, plays host to an interesting, exciting and wide ranging calendar of events throughout the year.

Major events include the famous Worthing International Birdman Competition, The Bowls England Men’s International Championships and the Worthing Festival whilst other favourites include the Adur Festival, the Shoreham Airshow, the Adur & Worthing Food & Drink Festival, the Rotary Carnival Procession, Worthing Open Houses and the Party on the Prom with Childrens Parade.

But that’s not all; there are all kinds of Markets, Festivals, Cultural and Sporting Events too. 

Find out what’s on at one of our museums; Worthing’s Museum and Art Gallery has a programme of special exhibitions and activities throughout the year. 

Take a look at one of the many entertainment venues in the area; with 6 theatres and 2 film venues you are sure to find something that you will enjoy. The Pavilion Theatre, Connaught Theatre/Ritz Digital, Assembly Hall and the Dome Cinema in Worthing offer a fantastic selection of entertainment with something to suit all tastes and ages. While in neighbouring Shoreham-by-Sea why not explore The Ropetackle Arts Centre or one of the provincial venues with their amateur productions.

You can do a search to find out what's on in Worthing and the area by using the search facility on the right or you can download this month's poster - a handy reminder on the fridge!

Worthing is an excellent base from which to sample the many popular events which take place further afield within Sussex and beyond.

You are sure to find a reason to visit, and stay an extra night!