Last checked: 1 November 2026. Please confirm times, availability and event status with the organiser.
November 2026
4 November: Royal Hippodrome theatre tour
Wednesday 4 November, 10.30am | Theatre history tour | Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road, Eastbourne | £5; about 90 minutes; book ahead.
The theatre's Friends lead a behind-the-scenes visit to Eastbourne's oldest working theatre. Discover its history and explore places that audiences would not normally see during a show, offering another way to get to know this local landmark.
6 November: Ravilious-inspired linocut Christmas cards
Friday 6 November, noon to 4pm including a break | Printmaking workshop | Towner Eastbourne, College Road | £65; materials and hot drinks provided; suitable for beginners.
Artist Zara Wilkins introduces linocut techniques inspired by Eric Ravilious's winter prints. Create designs for handmade Christmas cards, experiment with colour and take your lino blocks home. The workshop ends as the gallery's evening Christmas Fair opens.
6 to 8 November: Towner Christmas Fair
Friday 6 November, 4pm to 7pm; Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, 10am to 4pm | Independent craft and design | Towner Eastbourne, College Road | Free entry.
More than 50 independent makers and designers bring ceramics, textiles, jewellery, prints and homeware into the gallery. Browse work from local and visiting artists, meet makers and find gifts that support small creative businesses.
18 to 21 November: The Rattonians Christmas Spectacular
Wednesday 18 to Saturday 21 November, 7.30pm; additional Saturday matinee at 2.30pm | Local musical theatre | Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road | Full price £22; under-16s £17.
The Rattonians return with a programme of musical theatre favourites and seasonal songs. Dance routines and Christmas music combine in a community production designed for a family audience.
29 November: Salvation Army Christmas Carol Concert
Sunday 29 November, 3pm | Community music and fundraising concert | Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road | Full price £15; children £10.
Eastbourne Citadel Band, Songsters and young performers lead an afternoon of carols and seasonal music. Join the singing and support the Salvation Army's fundraising concert in the historic theatre.
December 2026
4 December: Christmas in Little Chelsea
Friday 4 December, 3.30pm to 8.30pm; fireworks at 8pm | Street celebrations and shopping | Grove Road and South Street, Little Chelsea, Eastbourne | Free entry.
Explore handmade craft stalls, food, live music and street performances among Little Chelsea's independent shops. The programme includes family entertainment, a dog show and an appearance by Father Christmas before the evening fireworks.
From 11 December: Dick Whittington
Public performances Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027 | Family pantomime | Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road | Opening night £12; later full-price tickets £16 to £20; times vary.
Follow Dick and his cat on an adventure to London. Choose carefully from the theatre's calendar: 17 December is a separate adults-only night, while 27 December at 11am is relaxed. A pre-Christmas Santa visit can be added for £8, including a gift.
19 December: Christmas Farmers Market
Saturday 19 December | Local produce and seasonal shopping | Outside Towner Eastbourne, College Road | Check the organiser's programme for trading hours.
Local producers bring cheeses, vegetables, meats, pastries, sweet treats, wines and gifts to the Devonshire Quarter. Browse ingredients for Christmas meals or pick up something from the area's food producers while visiting the gallery district.
25 December: Eastbourne Silver Band Christmas Concert
Friday 25 December, 10.30am to noon | Outdoor Christmas music | Eastbourne Bandstand, Grand Parade | Free event; check the band's current calendar and weather arrangements before setting out.
Eastbourne Silver Band's 2026 programme confirms its Christmas morning appearance on the seafront. Wrap up for an outdoor performance and enjoy a local Christmas Day tradition, whether you live nearby or are visiting Eastbourne for the holiday.
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