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2023 Events in Horsham Park
Horsham Park has a fantastic events calendar including live music, sports sessions, funfairs, circus, free children's entertainment in the school holidays, charity fun-days and ticketed events.
Plans are still being finalised for the year's events, so for the most up to date information please visit the organisers' sites directly or check this page regularly.
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 7 May – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The ever popular Sussex Band of The Royal British Legion will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 7 May.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 21 May – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The ever popular Windjammers will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 21 May.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Horsham Skatepark Open Day
Saturday 3 June
11.30am - 6.00pm
Head on down to Horsham Park skatepark on Saturday 3 June, for our free family open day.
Taking place between 11.30am – 6.00pm, we’ve teamed up with professional demo team, Team Extreme.
Their team of pro-riders will be leading workshops, offering professional tips and tricks to improve your riding, running mini comps for riders of all ages and abilities and performing demo sessions throughout the day.
Sign up on the day is essential to take part, sign up opens from 11.00am
Find out more here
Cancer Research - Race For Life
Sunday 4 June
We are proud to once again be hosting Cancer Research’s ‘Race for Life’.
Taking place on Sunday 4 June, the race sees women and children from across the district and beyond come together to raise valuable funds to help in the battle to beat cancer.
Bring your friends and family to cheer you on and whether you walk, jog or run the important thing is you take part.
For full details and registration, please visit www.raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 4 June – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The Horsham Accordion Band will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 4 June.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
St Catherine's Hospice - Midnight Walk
Saturday 10 June
The fundraisers from St Catherine's Hospice Midnight Walk will be passing through Horsham Park as part of the 2023 route.
This popular event starts at The Bridge Leisure Centre, Broadbridge Heath at 8.00pm and offers a fun, safe and unforgettable walking through Horsham. You can choose from 20, 13, 7 or 2 miles.
For more information and all the route information, please visit St Catherine's Hospice
Circus Wonderland
Wednesday 14 - Sunday 18 June
Circus Wonderland will be returning to Horsham Park in June with their family friendly summer show.
Experience the magic of the Big Top with a spell binding show featuring suspense and sparkle, courage and comedy, danger and delight – performed by some of the best circus artistes in the business.
For the latest details, please visit circuswonderland.com
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 18 June – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The Horsham Borough Band, will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 18 June.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Bensons Funfair
Thursday 29 June - Sunday 9 July (Selected opening days)
We welcome a summer return to the ever popular Benson’s funfair.
Whether you like rides that thrill, traditional fairground attractions or the sideshows and games, with a wide variety of rides and amusements for all ages, this event offers fun for all the family.
The final day of the fair will be part of the Funday Sunday Rotary Club event.
Please continue to check this page for further updates.
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 2 July – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The East Grinstead Concert Band will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 2 July.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Horsham Children's Parade
Sunday 9 July
Horsham Children's Parade is set to bring Horsham's streets and park alive with a riot of giant models, vibrant costumes and joyous music, as children from 19 schools showcase their creations made on the theme of ‘Classic Stories – Old and New’.
Expect to see a wide range of characters celebrated from Harry Potter to Gangster Granny; the War Horse to the Hungry Caterpillar
The event starts at Denne Road and weaves it's way through the town before arriving at Horsham Park at midday.
For the latest details, please visit www.facebook.com/horshamchildrensparade
Funday Sunday
Sunday 9 July
After a three year absence, we are delighted to announce the return of Funday Sunday on Sunday 9 July.
Organised by the Rotary Club of Horsham, this unique family event brings together sport, arts and crafts, music, as well as local businesses and charities in one fun filled day.
This extra special event celebrates 100 years of the Rotary Club of Horsham helping people in the local community.
Please continue to check this page for further updates.
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 16 July – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us music for on the Park Podium.
The Adur Concert Band will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 31 July.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Battle of the Bands
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 July
Local musicians will once again have the chance to shine as the Grand Final of Battle of the Bands returns to the Human Nature Garden.
For the latest details, please visit Horsham Battle of the Bands website
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 30 July – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us for music on the Park Podium.
The Slinfold Concert Band will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 30 July.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 13 August– 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us for music on the Park Podium.
Norwood Wind Ensemble will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 13 August.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
Fake Festival
Saturday 19 August
On Saturday 19 August, Horsham Park will once again be the place to be as some of the best tribute artist’s on the circuit take to the stage at this year’s Fake Festival.
With a packed line up including Flash (Queen Tribute), The Fillers, Really Hot Chilli Peppers, The Bon Jovi Experience and more , these professional tributes look, sound and move like the real stars.
Held undercover in a giant marquee there’s no need to worry about weather spoiling the fun – and with a variety of food and entertainment outside the main arena the Fake Festival is a great day out for all the family.
For full detail and early bird tickets please visit the Fake Festivals website
Big Band Sundays
Sunday 27 August– 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Join us for music on the Park Podium.
The Copthorne Silver Band will be returning to the Park Podium on Sunday 27 August.
Please be aware that public seating in the area is very limited, so please bring your own small chairs.
We respectfully ask that for the benefit of all park users, you do not block the paths around the area.
We share information about paid and free events taking place in Council-managed open spaces, but we do not accept responsibility or liability for events organised and managed by external organisations.
If you would like to know more about a particular event, please contact the event organiser who is listed for each individual event.