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!
Isle of Wight Scooter Rally
This August Bank Holiday, scores of scooterists will once again take over the Island in a spectacle like no other!
Ticket to Ryde - August Bank Holiday
Situated along the seafront just a stone’s throw from Ryde’s golden sand beaches, this free-to-attend mini-festival provides a rich mix of bank holiday entertainment for both Island residents and visitors!
Wolverton Manor Garden Fair
The Island's largest Garden Fair offers fun and entertainment for the whole family with a weekend packed full of live shows, demonstrations, re-enactments, children’s activities, magic shows, and more!
Wight Buggin'
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of family fun, funky vibes, and camping cool at Wight Buggin’ 2026 – the Isle of Wight’s favourite VW and camping festival, set in the breathtaking surroundings of Retro Staycations, awarded Best Campsite 2025.
Isle of Wight Jazz Weekend
The Isle of Wight Jazz Weekend is back for 2025, bringing incredible live music to multiple venues in Newport over 16 - 20 September.
Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival
This September, join in as Steampunk enthusiasts from near and far come together to celebrate their love for all things Victorian-era and beyond!
WCM Isle of Wight Adventure
Inspired by Red Funnel's MINI Isle of Wight Adventure drive out event, West Country Minis invite you to join them on the Island on the weekend of 19-20 September.
Dash in the Dark Isle of Wight
Dash in the Dark returns on Saturday 3 October 2026 to a brand-new location: Robin Hill! Gather your glow gang and get ready to walk, jog, run or dance your way around this special night time mission!
Isle of Wight Literary Festival
Enjoy engaging talks by over 50 celebrated speakers from the worlds of football, showbiz, true crime, comedy, design, and more!