be part of Artwave 2026
5th - 20th September

Artwave is the annual festival of artists and makers from Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven and surrounding villages. It is brought to you by Visit Lewes on behalf of Lewes District Council. If you would like to take part this year, please join our artist mailing list and follow us on Instagram @artwavefestival to hear when registration opens.

Artwave is an inclusive un-curated festival with no jury selection and we encourage artists and makers of all ages, any discipline, and at all stages of their career, to take part. Exhibitions held within the Lewes District are subsidised by Lewes District Council, however we do also welcome exhibitions within a 5 mile radius of the District boundaries.

Supporting Art & Community

Artwave wouldn't be possible without the generosity of our funders and sponsors. In 2025 the festival attracted an estimated 62,000 visits, with many thousands more engaging with our website, marketing and social media channels. Contact us if you would like to support your local artistic community and align with our popular visual arts festival this year.