Happy Friday to you, Worthing! We're back in your inbox with a full round-up of what's going on in and around town over the weekend and beyond.

Highlights include the reopening of Worthing Museum & Art Gallery, whilst Level1 signals the start of al fresco dining season.

It’s a good weekend for indoor events and we’ve got plenty for you to enjoy, so let's get straight into it...

❓ Quiz Time: Which popular restaurant now occupies Stanford Cottage in Worthing, where Jane Austen stayed in 1805 and is believed to have drawn inspiration for her unfinished novel Sanditon?

Fri 27th Mar, 11:00 - My First Cinema: We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Fri 27th Mar, 16:00 - KINGQUEEN Live by Abi Flynn & King Wizard
Coast Cafe, Worthing More info

Fri 27th Mar, 19:00 - Pedals, Pencils & Pixels: picturing the South Downs
Mason Cycles, Lancing
An event focused on picturing the South Downs with pedals, pencils, and pixels. More info

Fri 27th Mar, 19:00 - RED HOT TRIBUTE PEPPERS
The Factory Live, Worthing More info

Fri 27th Mar, 19:30 - Nigel Kennedy - Performs ‘Virtuoso’
Assembly Hall, Worthing More info

Fri 27th Mar, 19:30 - Basement Boogie music night
Cellar Arts Club, Worthing More info

Fri 27th Mar, 19:30 - Nell Gwynn
Ferring Village Hall, Ferring
The highly acclaimed play by the British playwright Jessica Swale. Showing on the 25th, 26th, 27th and 28th. More info

Fri 27th Mar, 20:00 - The Treason Show
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Fri 27th Mar, 21:00 - ELVIS w/Mark A. Wright
The Broadwater, Worthing
Elvis Presley tribute show by Mark A. Wright More info

Sat 28th Mar, 10:00 - Happy Teapot March Events
The Happy Teapot, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 10:00 - Old Bike Club
The Old Bike Store, Worthing
Join for a friendly, social cycle, suitable for all ages More info

Sat 28th Mar, 12:00 - Sussex folklore exhibition
Worthing Museum & Art Gallery, Worthing
A new exhibition explores Sussex folklore through collaborative and individual artworks created with local communities. More info

Sat 28th Mar, 13:00 - The Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year Competition 2026
The Venue, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 14:00 - Tea Dance with Phil Kelsall
Assembly Hall, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 15:00 - Easter Street Performance - Storm
South Street Square, Worthing

Sat 28th Mar, 15:00 - 80's versus 90's, over 30's day Disco
The Charmandean Centre, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:00 - Club Classics Neon Edition Presents..... Lisa Loud
Coast Cafe, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:00 - The Gangsters
The Factory Live, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:30 - Pamela Jane Live
The Fynn, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:30 - Worthing Techno Militia
Cellar Arts Club, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:30 - Charity Quiz Night
TMG Social Club, Worthing
Quiz for charity in aid of Pancreatic Cancer More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:30 - An Evening with The Sussex Gruffs Choir and Hospice Harmony Choir Rooms Guildbourne Centre, Worthing
A fundraising concert supporting Worthing food bank. More info

Sat 28th Mar, 19:30 - LIVE: Archers Killing Archers @ Soundcheck
Soundcheck Bar, Worthing
Punk tinted grunge band Archers Killing Archers headline Soundcheck! More info

Sat 28th Mar, 20:00 - African Night Fever: Celebrating The Sounds of OSIBISA
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Sat 28th Mar, 20:00 - Drag Bingo UK
Assembly Hall, Worthing More info

Sat 28th Mar, 21:00 - Ravens of Rock LIVE
The Rose & Crown, Worthing More info

Sun 29th Mar, 14:30 - Wurlitzer Organ Concert: Phil Kelsall
Assembly Hall, Worthing More info

Sun 29th Mar, 15:00 - Heavyweight Wrestling Spectacular Comes to Worthing
The Charmandean Centre, Worthing
A major wrestling showcase featuring Big Money Bobby Vegas headlines an afternoon of action at The Charmandean Centre. More info

Sun 29th Mar, 16:00 - Live Jazz Every Sunday
The Toad, Worthing More info

Sun 29th Mar, 16:15 - The Western Jazz Quartet Live
Cellar Arts Club, Worthing More info

Sun 29th Mar, 17:00 - Stuart Bligh - Live Music Sunday Acoustics
Refreshment Rooms, Worthing More info

Fri 27th Mar, 17:00 - Kalamaki Greek
Refreshment Rooms, Worthing

Fri 27th Mar, 17:00 - Beaufort & Barley
The Orange Tree, Worthing

Fri 27th Mar, 17:00 - Oko Taste Japanese Savoury Pancakes
The Toad, Worthing

Sat 28th Mar, 16:00 - Oko Taste Japanese Savoury Pancakes
The Toad, Worthing

Fri 27th Mar, 17:00 - Villaggio Woodfired Pizza
The Quil, Rustington

Sat 28th Mar, 12:00 - Chuckaburger
Refreshment Rooms, Worthing

Sat 28th Mar, 17:00 - Tallow Street Food
The Orange Tree, Worthing

Sat 28th Mar, 17:00 - Colacicco Street Food
The Quil, Rustington

Sun 29th Mar, 11:00 - Bon Vivant
Refreshment Rooms, Worthing

Mon 30th Mar, 19:00 - Billy Walton Band
The Factory Live, Worthing More info

Mon 30th Mar, 20:00 - Board Game Night
Thomas A Becket, Worthing
A friendly evening of backgammon battles and classic board games. More info

Tue 31st Mar, 10:30 - Age is a Stage: Drama workshop for over 50s
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea
Drama workshop for over 50s at Ropetackle Arts Centre. More info

Tue 31st Mar, 12:00 - Easter Community Meeting With Worthing Police At Tarring Park
Tarring Park, Worthing
Local residents are invited to meet Worthing Police officers at an Easter themed community engagement event in Tarring Park. More info

Tue 31st Mar, 17:15 - RBO 2025-26 - The Royal Opera: Siegfried
Dome Cinema, Worthing
Raised by a scheming dwarf, a young man embarks on an epic journey unaware of his true family origins. More info

Tue 31st Mar, 20:00 - Alfonso the Magnificent
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Tue 31st Mar, 21:00 - Trivia Night
Soundcheck Bar, Worthing
Every other Tuesday join our trivia night featuring a mix of general knowledge and rock trivia. £1 entry per person, maximum of 6 in a team. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 10:30 - RMTC WORTHING | K-Pop Demon Hunters Easter Workshop
The Venue, Worthing
High-energy K-Pop Demon Hunters Workshop where music, drama, and storytelling collide in an epic adventure. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 13:00 - Out of the Box
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Wed 1st Apr, 13:30 - RMTC WORTHING | The Greatest Showman Easter Workshop
The Venue, Worthing
Spectacular workshop inspired by The Greatest Showman, perfect for young performers. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 16:00 - RMTC WORTHING | Hamilton Easter Workshop
The Venue, Worthing
Electrifying workshop inspired by the award-winning musical Hamilton. Blending rap, hip hop, and traditional musical theatre. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 20:00 - HAVANA NIGHT Bachata & Salsa Classes
Coast Cafe, Worthing
Bachata and Salsa classes for all, followed by social dancing until late. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 20:00 - Sea Shanties - Homeward Bound
The Toad, Worthing
Enjoy sea shanties with Homeward Bound at The Toad in the Hole. More info

Wed 1st Apr, 21:00 - LIVE: Tim Lord & Adam Winbolt - Acoustic Rock
Soundcheck Bar, Worthing
Tim & Adz perform acoustic renditions of some of the greatest and most well known rock songs of all time. Requests welcome! Free entry. More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 11:00 - Long Nose Puppets present: Flyaway Katie
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 14:00 - Women In The Lives Of Great Artists: Johannes Vermeer
Worthing Museum & Art Gallery, Worthing
Talk on Women in the Lives of Great Artists, specifically Johannes Vermeer. More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 14:00 - Long Nose Puppets present: Flyaway Katie
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 19:00 - NOTHING BUT A GOOD TIME: THE ROCK ANTHEMS SHOW
The Factory Live, Worthing More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 19:30 - That'll Be The Day: 40th Anniversary Tour
Worthing Pavilion Theatre, Worthing More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 20:00 - Nick Pynn & Kate Daisy Grant: Songs For The Trees
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea More info

Thu 2nd Apr, 21:00 - Quiz Night
The Orange Tree, Worthing
Quiz Night every Thursday from 8-10 PM at The Orange Tree.

Thu 2nd Apr, 21:00 - Rockaoke
Soundcheck Bar, Worthing
Every Thursday Soundcheck hosts Rockaoke, a free entry event where you can belt out your favourite rock songs. More info

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Fri 3rd Apr, 10:30 - Zog - Live On Stage
Worthing Pavilion Theatre, Worthing
Live stage show of Zog, based on the popular book - morning and afternoon performances More info

Fri 3rd Apr, 19:00 - Cross City Sound presents DETROIT TECHNO MILITIA
Coast Cafe, Worthing
Worthing plays host to a banging night of Detroit techno as T.Linder and J.Garcia bring their DTM energy to Coast. More info

Sat 4th Apr, 12:00 - Broadwater Cemetery Tour
Broadwater Church, Worthing
Monthly guided tour of Broadwater Cemetery More info

Wed 8th Apr, 19:00 - Worthing Scout and Guide Gangshow
Worthing Pavilion Theatre, Worthing
Variety show at the Pavilion Theatre - Wed 8th to Sat 11th April More info

Fri 10th Apr, 14:00 - The Worthing Society - Guided Walk
Colonnade House, Worthing
A guided walk organised by The Worthing Society. More info

Sat 11th Apr, 13:00 - Latin Dance Festa
The Stableyard, Worthing
Salsa and Bachata dance festival More info

Sat 18th Apr, 19:00 - Oasish
The Factory Live, Worthing
Oasis tribute act LIVE! More info

🎨 Worthing Museum Returns: Prepare for Culture and Curiosity!
Worthing Museum & Art Gallery is preparing to welcome visitors once more from Saturday, 28 March 2026, following an extensive period of reimagining and improvement. Read more

☀️ Level1 Opens: Worthing's Rooftop Summer Awaits You
Summer is officially on the horizon! Worthing’s rooftop destination, Level1, is gearing up to welcome visitors back this Saturday, 28th March, as the much-anticipated 2026 season kicks off. Read more

⚽ Rebels Stuns Weston with Seaside Grit and Glory
Worthing FC displayed resilience in spades last night, twice fighting back from behind to claim an impressive 3-2 victory at playoff-chasing Weston-super-Mare. Read more

💧 Worthing's Beaches Just Got a Digital Glow-Up!
Worthing’s coastline has just become a little bit smarter. A cutting-edge digital platform called Hello Lamp Post has launched at points along the prom. Read more

🎉 Beach House Park Gets a Fabulous New Community Hub!

Beach House Park is serving a new purpose thanks to the opening of a community hub at the New Pavilion. Mayor Cathy Glynn-Davies officially launched the space on Sunday. Read more

🚽 Worthing's Comfort Break Just Got Way More Convenient!
Those who find themselves in need of a “comfort break” whilst out and about in Worthing will now find it easier to find somewhere to go. Read more

When times are tight, a small gesture can make a real difference.
Worthing Foodbank supports local families who are struggling, and right now every donation helps. Whether it’s a few tins or a full bag, it all adds up.
You can drop donations at Tesco Durrington or directly at the Guildbourne Centre.
They’re often looking for volunteers too. If you’ve got a few spare hours each week, it’s a simple way to help people locally. More details here:

Donate to Worthing Foodbank

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