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!
Red Funnel vs Island Roads Charity Football Match
Get ready for an exciting showdown as Red Funnel take on Island Roads in a special charity football match at the East Cowes Vics homeground, all in aid of Friends of the Animals!
British Science Festival 2026
The British Science Festival is Europe’s longest standing science Festival, travelling to a different place in the United Kingdom annually. Each year we bring an inspiring programme of free events to the public with researchers from around the UK discussing what their work means to society and its impact on people’s everyday lives.
Isle of Wight Jazz Weekend
The Isle of Wight Jazz Weekend is back for 2026, 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!
Southampton International Boat Show Travel Offer
The Southampton International Boat Show is back on 18-27 September for ten days of boating, watersports and entertainment on the waterfront!
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.
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Celebrates 50 Years
This September, Wildheart Animal Sanctuary will celebrate 50 years of conservation, compassion and connection with a special anniversary event.
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!