Events across our Seasons of Culture

Market

A month-long Christmas Village at The Stade with independent traders, festive food, live entertainment, workshops, children’s activities and Santa’s Grotto.

Market

Christmas Village market day at The Stade Open Space with independent traders, festive food and seasonal stalls.

Market

Christmas Village market day at The Stade Open Space with independent traders, festive food and seasonal stalls.

Market

Christmas Village market day at The Stade Open Space with independent traders, festive food and seasonal stalls.

Market

Christmas Village market day at The Stade Open Space with independent traders, festive food and seasonal stalls.

Event

Hidden Beach NYE Xtravaganza is back — bigger, bolder and ready to take over Hastings Old Town. This New Year’s Eve, The Stade Hall & Kitchen becomes the home of Hidden Beach for one unforgettable night, bringing together music, energy, style and a crowd that knows how to celebrate. See out 2026 and step into 2027 with an incredible DJ line-up featuring Poetic Funk, Femi Fem, Martin Gaspard, Ariel and Kangbala, serving up a soundtrack built for the dancefloor and taking the party right through the night. Expect serious music, electric energy and unmistakable Hidden Beach vibes as the Hall and Kitchen are transformed into a full New Year’s Eve experience. Dance in the heart of the action, grab a drink, enjoy great food, catch up with friends and move between the spaces as the atmosphere builds towards midnight. This isn’t just another New Year’s Eve party. Hidden Beach has its own flavour. It’s where music, culture, community and beautiful people come together — relaxed enough to feel welcoming, but with enough energy to keep the whole place moving. From the first tune to the midnight countdown and beyond, expect a night packed with big sounds, good food, flowing drinks, dancing and celebration, all set against the character of Hastings Old Town and the seafront. Whether you already know the Hidden Beach family or this is your first taste of it, come ready for a proper night out. One venue. Five brilliant DJs. Two spaces. One huge New Year’s Eve celebration. Poetic Funk. Femi Fem. Martin Gaspard. Ariel. Kangbala. The Stade Hall & Kitchen · Hastings Old Town · 31 December 2026 Come for the music. Stay for the atmosphere. Bring in 2027 Hidden Beach style.

Event

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.

Event

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.