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What's on: Isle of Wight

OCTOBER

Find out 'What's On' this month

Discover all the events happening on the Isle of Wight this October, all in one place!

Isle of Wight Literary Festival

Cowes | 3-6 October

Discover over 40 engaging speakers discussing everything from cooking, wine, travel, crime, history, poetry, culture and more!

Oktoberfest

Newport | 4 October

Get ready to party in traditional Bavarian style at Oktoberfest at GG’s Bar & Restaurant. Look forward to a Live 5 piece Oompah Band, German beers, Bavarian foot and souvenir steins! 

Autumn Walking Festival

Island-Wide | 5-13 October 

Featuring an array of coastal and countryside walks, The Isle of Wight Walking Festival is one of the largest walking festivals on the Island with a friendly get together’ vibe for ages. Book onto your walks today.

Dash in the Dark

Newport | 5 October 

This glow in the dark 5k run is in aid of the Hampshire & IOW Air Ambulance. Walk, jog or dance your way around the night-time mission, all while fundraising for an incredible cause. 

Wightrider

Island-wide | 12-13 October 

The Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum bring back their annual Wightrider event, giving you the chance to travel around the Island, admiring the view and stopping off along the way on a vintage bus.

Beer & Steam at the IOW Steam Railway

Havenstreet | 12-13 October

Enjoy a huge selection of real ales, including local brews and ciders at the Autumn beer festival at the Isle of wight Steam Railway. Entry to the festival is free. 

Pumpkin Festival at Tapnell Farm

Yarmouth | 12-31 October

Celebrate everything Pumpkin at Tapnell Farm this October. Follow the new pumpkin trail to find the perfect one to take home and look forward to The Pumpkin Festival. Selected Dates

Soul & Reggae Weekend

Ryde | 18-20 October

Join the Royal Esplanade for a fantastic weekend, with the hottest sound in Soul, RGB, Reggae, Lovers Rock, Jazz Funk and Soulful House. All the ingredients you need for a perfect funky and soulful weekend with great people!

Isle of Wight Ukulele Festival

Newport | 18-20 October

The Ukulele Festival promises a mix of fantastic artists with a wide range of workshops, performances and even an open mic opportunity!

Halloween Half-Term at Carisbrooke Castle

Carisbrooke | 19 October – 3 November

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Carisbrooke Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Fan TC Con

Newport | 19 October

The Island’s very own Comic Con returns to Newport this October featuring celebrity guests, Q&A sessions, traders, activities, retro gaming, comic artists, screen writers and so much more.

Myths & Legends at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Sandown | 19 October – 3 November

Embark on a Myths & Legends adventure at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, with brand new Escape Room, Adventure Trail, arts & crafts and animal talks. 

An Evening with Paul Merson

Newport | 21 October

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Medina Theatre, with one of the most charismatic footballing legends, Paul Merson. Look forward to behind-the-scenes insights, Q&A and more.

Fiesta of the Dead

Ventnor | 25-31 October

Celebrate life like never before with Blackgang Chine's thrilling and enchanting Halloween festivities. Enter the land of the dead, discover Cowboy town as it meets Mexico and ride Extinction in the DARK!

Wizard Week

Havenstreet | 26 October – 1 November

Add a little magic to your day and meet the friendly witches of Havenstreet at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Become a spooky apprentice, help with some magic spells and have a super spooky fun time.