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What's On in Hastings – Events This Week & Things To Do
Hastings right now: 6 events this week · across 4 venues · 4 categories
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Hastings rewards the curious. Whether you're discovering smugglers' tunnels beneath the Old Town, catching art at Hastings Contemporary, or watching fishermen work the Stade like they have for centuries, there's always something worth your time. But life's busy. Social media drowns out the real gems, the independent openings in St Leonards-on-Sea, the quirky events tucked away in America Ground, the exhibitions that actually matter. The City Brief cuts through the noise. Every week, we hand-pick what's genuinely worth your attention across Hastings and beyond. No fluff. No scrolling required. Just the signal, delivered to your inbox.
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Events in Hastings This Week
Tuesday Folk Session at The Stag Inn
Regular folk music session featuring local bands at The Stag Inn pub.
Bongo's Bingo - Halloween Special
Bongo's Bingo hosts a Halloween-themed social event at White Rock Theatre Hastings.
"No Barriers Here" Training (Conversations Advanced Care Planning, Dying, Death…
Advanced care planning workshop explores conversations on dying, death, and loss with hospice facilitators.
Justin Hayward: The Story in Your Eyes Tour
Justin Hayward performs hits from The Moody Blues on tour at De La Warr Pavilion.
Age-friendly Coffee Morning Goes Large
An age-friendly coffee morning featuring an Ageing Well zone at White Rock Theatre.
Zineius
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
"No Barriers Here" Training (Conversations Advanced Care Planning, Dying, Death…
Advanced care planning workshop explores conversations on dying, death, and loss with hospice facilitators.
I Saw Ralf Little in The Opening Night of The Spy Who Came in From The Cold
Ralf Little stars in the opening night of the stage adaptation of 'The Spy Who Came in From the Cold'.
Hastings Rocks International Film Festival 2026
Hastings Rocks International Film Festival 2026 features 66 films across three venues during Halloween weekend.
Michael Starring Ben
Ben Hastings stars in a new theatrical production at White Rock Theatre.
Fitness & Outdoors
Emergency First Aid at Work
A course covering First Aid responsibilities, incident assessment, and emergency response techniques for workplace safety.
Food & Drink
Age-friendly Coffee Morning Goes Large
An age-friendly coffee morning featuring an Ageing Well zone at White Rock Theatre.
Basic Risk Assessment
A practical workshop on developing basic risk assessments for new clients with focus on home visits and voluntee
Nightlife & Music
Tuesday Folk Session at The Stag Inn
Regular folk music session featuring local bands at The Stag Inn pub.
Bongo's Bingo - Halloween Special
Bongo's Bingo hosts a Halloween-themed social event at White Rock Theatre Hastings.
Justin Hayward: The Story in Your Eyes Tour
Justin Hayward performs hits from The Moody Blues on tour at De La Warr Pavilion.
The Karma Effect - The Carlisle, Hastings - 26th February 2027
The Karma Effect performs modern vintage rock n roll with special guests Juliet's Not Dead at The Carlisle.
The Coven Club
Femme-fuelled live music night features NOT NOW NORMAN, DEAD BLOOD CELLS, and DITCH THE DEMON at The Carlisle.
Shopping & Markets
Zineius
An indie zine and photobook pop-up shop celebrates independent print culture at 40 Marina in St Leonards.
Featured Places in Hastings
Nightlife & Music
The Stag InnThe Stag Inn is a pub on High Street in Hastings.
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Barnaby's LoungeBarnaby's Lounge is a lounge bar on Priory Road in Hastings.
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The PiperThe Piper is a pub on Robertson Street, in Hastings’ Old Town.
View Info →Laser Combat Venue
Battlezone Laser CombatBattlezone Laser Combat is an outdoor laser combat arena in White Rock Gardens, Hastings.
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Bexhill Leisure PoolBexhill Leisure Pool is an indoor leisure centre on Ravenside Retail & Leisure Park in Bexhill-on-Sea.
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Things to do in Hastings
What's on in Hastings covers a wide range of activities throughout the year. Things to do in Hastings include everything from seafront attractions and cultural performances to neighbourhood festivals and family outings. Events in Hastings span Nightlife & Music, theatre, food experiences, markets, and outdoor activities across the town and its surrounding areas. Whether you're looking for nightlife in the Old Town, a day out with children, or exploring local galleries, there's something happening across Hastings and St Leonards-on-Sea most days of the week. The town's event calendar is shaped by its coastal heritage and community spirit. You can find Food & Drink festivals along Kings Road in St Leonards-on-Sea, Shopping & Markets in the Old Town's narrow streets and twittens, and Culture & Arts programmes at venues including Hastings Contemporary. Family & Kids range from interactive museums and the Hastings Aquarium to outdoor spaces like Alexandra Park and Hastings Country Park. Fitness and outdoor events make use of the clifftop trails, while neighbourhood celebrations bring communities together across residential areas from America Ground to Ore. The City Brief helps you navigate what's on by filtering events this week and events this weekend, organising listings by category, and pointing you towards specific venues and local guides. Use the site to search by event type, browse upcoming activities in your preferred neighbourhood, or explore what particular venues have scheduled. Each listing connects you to booking information and practical details so you can plan your visit with confidence.
Common Hastings Questions
### Which Hastings venues host the most events? The White Rock Theatre is Hastings’s principal cultural venue, hosting theatre, concerts, and community performances year-round. The Stade, a public seafront space, frequently hosts music festivals, parades, and community events. Alexandra Park, a 109-acre green space, also hosts various gatherings. These venues, alongside smaller spaces in the Old Town and St Leonards-on-Sea, form the backbone of Hastings’s event calendar. ### What kinds of events happen in Hastings during the week? Throughout the week, Hastings offers diverse events spanning Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Shopping & Markets, and Fitness & Outdoors. Hastings Contemporary, a modern art gallery, features ongoing exhibitions. Markets and shopping events regularly occur in the Old Town and surrounding neighbourhoods. Food and drink options populate Kings Road in St Leonards-on-Sea and the network of streets in the Old Town. Our site lists events happening weekly, allowing you to plan ahead. ### What are the most popular event categories in Hastings? The site features six main event categories: Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. Culture & Arts events, particularly at Hastings Contemporary and the White Rock Theatre, draw strong interest. Food & Drink and Fitness & Outdoors events appeal to those exploring the coastline, parks, and local dining scenes. These categories reflect the town's coastal character and creative spirit. ### How often are Hastings event listings updated? The City Brief updates Hastings event listings regularly to reflect activities happening across the town. Weekly refreshes ensure you have current information. Browse listings by week, category, or venue to discover cultural performances, food festivals, market days, and outdoor activities as they’re scheduled. ### Where can I find live music in Hastings? Live music in Hastings falls under our Nightlife & Music category, featuring performances at venues including the White Rock Theatre and bars across the Old Town and St Leonards-on-Sea. The Hastings Pier and The Stade host outdoor performances and festivals. Kings Road in St Leonards-on-Sea and the Old Town’s establishments regularly feature acoustic sets and entertainment. Browse the Nightlife & Music category on our site to find upcoming performances and venues.