Season of Culture

Summer

Events and markets across our Summer season of culture.

12 Aug 2027 – 14 Aug 2027

Hidden Beach Festival returns in 2027 for another huge celebration of music, culture, food and community at The Oval in Hastings. Expect an incredible mix of live acts, DJs, sound systems, street food, independent traders and unmistakable Hidden Beach energy across one unforgettable summer weekend.

27 Aug 2027 – 30 Aug 2027

Following the success of the first Sound System Culture event as part of our Summer of Culture programme, we return for a full weekend of sound systems by the sea, bringing together crews and selectors from across the UK for a celebration of reggae, dub, roots and sound system culture on the Hastings seafront.