Artwave 2026
Registration is now closed

We have now reached maximum capacity for Artwave 2026. We cap the number of venues in response to feedback from our participating artists and  visitors, and are delighted that the festival continues to be so popular.

If you have missed out and still want to host an exhibition please join the wait list.

Community With Creativity Since 1993

Artwave is the annual festival of artists and makers in the Lewes District. Every year hundreds of creatives exhibit in Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven and the surrounding villages.

The event gives art lovers the chance to discover new work, meet artists and makers, and buy directly from them. In 2025, an estimated 62,000+ people visited Artwave over the three weeks of the festival.

Art at Gorringe’s

We are delighted to be supported by Gorringe’s Auction House as our Headline Sponsor this year. The Lewes based auction house has been in the business of selling fine art, antiques and jewellery since 1929, when Rodin’s The Kiss was listed in their first sale at Lewes House.

Drop in to explore the fascinating objects, where you can view sales, typically a few days before an auction takes place. Or to discuss your own item or collection, the Lewes showroom is open 6 days a week for valuations, with no appointment necessary. Find out more about Gorringe’s here.