Pack your island holiday with fun things to do
The Isle of Wight is one of the UK's most exciting destinations for festivals and events! There's a wide variety of year-round activities and events, including one of the UK's biggest and best known music festivals, the world's oldest sailing regatta, and a food festival dedicated to one of our most famous exports, garlic!
Three Rivers Festival
Three Rivers Music Festival returns bringing three days of music, creativity, wellness and community to the beautiful rural setting of Durrants Farm, Porchfield.
An Evening with Peter Shilton
Get ready to honour the vibrant legacy of football as we anticipate the 2026 World Cup. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring Peter Shilton CBE, England's iconic goalkeeper.
Isle of Wight Festival of Running
Back for 2026, the Isle of Wight Festival of Running takes place between 31 May - 7 June with a whole host of runs to take part in.
Isle of Wight Sheepdog Trials
Bring your picnic blankets and enjoy a FREE family-friendly weekend at the Isle of Wight Sheepdog Trials in Havenstreet!
Cowes Classics Day
Cowes Classics Day is a day to celebrate the past and revive nostalgic memories, with classic cars, famous aircraft, yachts and motor boats on display for all to enjoy.
Shorwell Midsummer Fair
The 64th annual Shorwell Midsummer Fair returns to the beautiful grounds of Wolverton Manor!
Sky Presents the Isle of Wight Festival 2026
Sky Presents the Isle of Wight Festival 2026 will take place from Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 June. Early Bird Travel Offers on sale now.
Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival
Enjoy nature and community events for the whole Island, celebrating our UNESCO Biosphere Reserve!
Sausage and Cider Festival
The Sausage and Cider festival returns to the Isle of Wight! Landing in Robin Hill on Saturday 4th of July 2026.