For further information on the events
below and more please visit the Isle of Wight Tourism
website at www.islandbreaks.co.uk
and click on events.
| Event/Venue |
Date/Time |
Description |
The Isle of Wight International Jazz Festival |
11-13 April |
World class jazz, in an exciting programme of over 40 concerts. |
Isle of Wight Walking Festival |
3-18 May |
A perfect introduction to the island. With a planned route, you are able to simply relax and enjoy the history, wildlife & culture |
Wight Diamond Mountain Bike Festival |
24-26 May |
An event for everyone. A three day party on two wheels with live music, beer tent, BBQ's and the best riding around. |
Yarmouth Old Gaffers |
30 May - 1 June |
This is an opportunity for visitors to see the very best of the island-and its all for free! The Old Gaffers travel from all over the country to take part in races on Saturday morning and enjoy the three day's of FREE entertainment, craft stalls and Farmers market. |
JP Morgan Fleming Round the Island Yacht Race |
28 June |
The World's largest single yacht race of it's type. In recent years, over 1500 boats have completed. View them close up as they race round the Needles! |
Nokia Isle of Wight Festival |
13-15 June |
Awaiting info |
Skandia Cowes Week |
2-9 August |
The oldest and largest annual sailing regatta in the world. Must'nt be missed, with the grand fireworks on the 10th August. |
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival |
16-17 August |
Awaiting info |
Annual Steam Show |
22-25 August |
Awaiting info |
Bestival |
5-7 September |
In the green heart of the island in Robin Hill Country Park, DJ's and bands play music from the sixties through to the 21st Century. |
Little Britian Challenge Cup Regatta |
11-14 September |
A 230 yacht event with competitive racing, a party atmosphere, whilst raising money for chosen charities. |
Isle of Wight Cycling Festival |
13-21 September |
On and off road cycling, taking in miles of heritage coastline for all ages and abilities. |
White Air (Extreme Sports Festival) |
18-21 September |
A FREE action packed programme on land and water, including kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, mountain biking and much more. |
Isle of Wight Folk & Blues Festival |
19-21
September |
Awaiting info |
