# Events & Things To Do In Hastings on 8th August 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Hastings on 8th August 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Hastings on 8th August 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Hastings

- **Event Name**: Aba Shanti-I — Roots, Culture & Vibration at Hidden Beach
  - **Description**: Aba Shanti-I brings the full sound system to the coast for a rare roots & dub session at Horntye Park as part of Hidden Beach 2026 — deep viAbout this EventAfter the legendary Aba Shanti-I session in 2025, the mighty
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 12:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/aba-shanti-i-—-roots-culture-and-vibration-at-hidden-beach/100001979655042523
  - **Venue**: Horntye Park Sports Complex
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  - **Price**: GBP 12
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, reggae
- **Event Name**: Aba Shanti In Session - Hidden Beach Summer of Culture
  - **Description**: Aba Shanti-I brings a powerful night of roots, dub and sound system culture to Hidden Beach Summer of Culture in an intimate church setting.ArtistsAba Shanti-iMusic Genres :  Reggae
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/aba-shanti-in-session-hidden-beach-summer-of-culture/300042296593
  - **Venue**: St Leonard's Church
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  - **Categories**: reggae, art
- **Event Name**: Hidden Beach Festival: Opening Day
  - **Description**: Opening day of Hidden Beach Festival - live music, global sounds and community in the heart of Hastings, part of the Summer of Culture.Music Genres :  Afrobeat, Disco, Jazz, Latin, Reggae
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/hidden-beach-festival-opening-day/300042296596
  - **Venue**: The Oval (Hastings)
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, parties, live-music, reggae, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Hidden Beach Presents: Poetic Funk Afterparty
  - **Description**: Poetic Funk Afterparty — late-night soul, funk and groove with DJs and dancefloor energy to keep the night alive.About this EventKeep the energy flowing with the Poetic Funk Afterparty, a
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 02:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/hidden-beach-presents-poetic-funk-afterparty/100001981355290009
  - **Venue**: The Printworks
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  - **Price**: GBP 12
  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, live-music
- **Event Name**: Children's Circus Skills Workshop - A playful introduction
  - **Description**: A fun, family-friendly circus skills workshop exploring juggling, balance and coordination through playful movement and creative practice.About this EventCircus Skills Workshop
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/childrens-circus-skills-workshop-a-playful-introduction/100001979517083885
  - **Venue**: The Oval
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: workshops, contests, festivals

## Trending Events in Hastings

- **Event Name**: Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green 2026
  - **Description**: A full weekend of festivities to welcome the coming of summer! With Morris dancing, giants, drumming, sessions, workshops, concerts and ceilidhs. 

On the Monday Jack leads the grand procession through the Old Town before being slain to release the spirit
  - **Venue**: Old Town, Hastings
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- **Event Name**: Hastings Beer & Music Festival 2026!
  - **Description**: Hastings Beer & Music Festival is an organised by Hastings Round Table where 100% of profits goes back to local good causes.About this EventHastings Beer & Music Festival is an event organised by H
  - **Venue**: The Oval
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- **Event Name**: HIDDEN BEACH FESTIVAL 2026
  - **Description**: Multiple Locations including:
The Oval | Horntye Park | Bottle Alley | Many more locations

After the success of 2025, HiddenBeach Festival returns to Hastings from 7–9 August 2026.

Across three days the town will be transformed with live music, DJs, wor
  - **Venue**: Hastings
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- **Event Name**: The West Hill Party and Slaying of the Jack
  - **Description**: The West Hill is transformed into a hub of excitement and noise for the afternoon. Bring a picnic blanket, find your spot on the hill and enjoy an an afternoon of live entertainment of dancing, singing, drumming and more! 

There will be lots of delicious
  - **Venue**: The West Hill, Hastings
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- **Event Name**: AFRICAN HEAD CHARGE – LIVE IN HASTINGS
  - **Description**: JUST ANNOUNCED: AFRICAN HEAD CHARGE – LIVE IN HASTINGS 

45th Anniversary Tour (1981–2026)
Saturday 25 April 2026
Henry Ward Hall

One of the most influential and mind-expanding dub collectives on the planet is coming to Hastings.

Expect:
Deep, seismic b
  - **Venue**: Henry Ward Hall
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- **Event Name**: Big Pop Party with Jon & Jo plus Bradley from S Club
  - **Description**: This November…there ain’t no party like an S Club party!

Wave your hands in the air at Hastings’ ultimate party night featuring Jon & Jo from S Club with a live band, and Bradley McIntosh’s ‘S Club Party’ DJ set. All in one Big Pop Party.

Jon and Jo
  - **Venue**: White Rock Theatre
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- **Event Name**: 808 State
  - **Description**: 808 State DJ Set

plus support

9pm – 2am

at Blackbox, Hastings

Mancunian electronic pioneers 808 State, known best for genre defining records including: Ninety, Gorgeous, ex:el and Don Solaris, are inspired equally by the haunting of their home city’s
  - **Venue**: Blackbox Hastings
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- **Event Name**: The Big Ceilidh at Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green
  - **Description**: The Big Ceilidh at Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green – with Banter and caller Martin Clarke.

Come along to the White Rock Theatre to dance at The Big Ceilidh at Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green on Saturday 2nd May! Live music from Banter is su
  - **Venue**: White Rock Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Dub Pistols in Hastings
  - **Description**: 🎤 Join Dub Pistols LIVE at White Rock Theatre on Saturday, April 25, 2026! 🎤  
Here is the moment you've been waiting for! Dub Pistols is coming to White Rock Theatre on Saturday, April 25,
  - **Venue**: White Rock Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Aba Shanti-I — Roots, Culture & Vibration at Hidden Beach (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 05:00 pm at Horntye Park Sports Complex), Aba Shanti In Session - Hidden Beach Summer of Culture (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 05:00 pm at St Leonard's Church), Hidden Beach Festival: Opening Day (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 11:00 am at The Oval (Hastings)), Hidden Beach Presents: Poetic Funk Afterparty (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 pm at The Printworks), Children's Circus Skills Workshop - A playful introduction (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Oval).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Children's Circus Skills Workshop - A playful introduction (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Oval).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Hastings?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Hastings on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Hastings?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Hastings include Horntye Park Sports Complex, St Leonard's Church, The Oval (Hastings).
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Hastings range from GBP 12 to GBP 12. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Hastings include HiddenBeach, Hidden Beach.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Hastings.

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