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The Isle of Wight is set for another eventful year with a calendar crammed to bursting with festivals, sailing events, music events and family-friendly activities. Being surrounded by water means there's looks of nautical events to enjoy, and with its strong sustainability and food scene, alongside its array of homegrown producers, food festivals, artisan markets, and dining experiences feature heavily in the islands 2025 events calendar.  Heading over to the island with the family?  Look out for fantastic added-value events and experiences being offered at many of the tourist attractions on the island alongside lots of community events to celebrate the island spirit.

What's on in Isle of Wight this weekend?

Don't miss the internationally renowned Round the Island Race (7th June 2025), Rolex Fashnet Race which sets sail from Cowes (26th July 25) and Cowes Week (2nd - 8th August 2025). As half of the Isle of Wight is a National Landscape, previously known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (ANOB), the dramatic scenery and beautiful countryside play a starring role in any visit.  Explore this with the Isle of Wight Walking Festival (4th - 12th October 2025), Isle of Wight BioFest (28th June - 6th July 25) or the Royal Isle of Wight Country Show (12th - 13th July 25) 

You'll find lots of family fun events to enjoy including Sandown Childrens Carnival (26th July 25) (F), 50th Island Steam Fair at Isle of Wight Steam Railway (22nd - 25th August 25) and Ryde's Children's Carnival Day (23rd August 25) (F). Make a visit to Carisbrook Castle and walk the walls with the breathtaking views, or visit one of the most famous houses on the Island, Osborne, it's a great choice whenever you visit.  Why not take a stroll down to Queen Victoria's private beach, explore the royal childrens playhouse and marvel at the stunning Durbar Room.  A  visit combines history, the coast and the countryside in one and is a great value day out for all the family.

What's on in Isle of Wight?

To find out what's on in Isle of Wight today or this weekend, explore our featured list or use the 'what's on search box' above to narrow down your required date. On a budget? Look out for the free events (F) happening over 2025, alongside the plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or on a weekend break.  

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The guide below shows our calendar of events on the Isle of Wight. Whether you are local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the 'Map View' button.

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  1. Ventnor Fringe

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    Festival

    VENTNOR

    Ventnor Fringe is a unique celebration of the arts, showcasing emerging and established talent across every creative discipline.

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2025to27 July 2025
  2. Summer fun with TV's Taskmaster at Carisbrooke Castle

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    Childrens Events

    Carisbrooke, Newport

    TV's Taskmaster challenge Join the Taskmaster challenge at Carisbrooke Castle this Summer! English Heritage has partnered with TV's Taskmaster to set challenges as you explore the historic castle. 

    Fun activities Tackle silly tasks, hunt…

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
  3. Summer fun with TV's Taskmaster at Osborne

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    Type:

    Childrens Events

    East Cowes

    TV's Taskmaster challenge Join the Taskmaster challenge at Osborne this Summer! English Heritage has partnered with TV's Taskmaster to set challenges as you explore the historic seaside palace and gardens. 

    Fun activities Tackle silly tasks,…

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
  4. Fish and Chip Evenings @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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    Food

    HAVENSTREET

    On Tuesday evenings in July and August for a relaxed evening that includes a proper Fish and Chip supper and a ride through the Island's countryside in the luxury of an Edwardian carriage pulled by an historic steam locomotive.

    Enjoy an evening…

    Dates

    From:
    22 July 2025
    From:
    29 July 2025
    From:
    5 Aug 2025
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    12 Aug 2025
    From:
    19 Aug 2025
  5. Ryde Hovercraft Experience Flights

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    Tour

    Ryde

    For a unique experience only offered on the South Coast, try a Hovercraft Experience Flights on your next visit to Portsmouth or the Isle of Wight

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025
    From:
    30 July 2025
  6. Proms 25

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    Concert

    Newport

    Saturday 26th July from 5pm Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music in aid of Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

    We're thrilled to welcome the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra to Robin Hill, where they'll perform a selection of timeless…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 17:00 - 22:30
  7. Sandown Main Carnival

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    Carnival

    SANDOWN

    Join in with the carnival fun with Sandown's Main Procession! See website for carnival route.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025
  8. The Steam Railway Proms @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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    Concert

    HAVENSTREET

    Enjoy a summers afternoon at the Railway as the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra take over for the afternoon.

    Bring a blanket or pop-up chair as you settle in the Park for an evening of exquisite music. Pack a picnic or enjoy something from one…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025
  9. Sandown Children's Carnival

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    Carnival

    SANDOWN

    Join in the fun of Children's Day with Sandown Carnival Children's Procession!  See website for carnival route.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025
  10. Rolex Fastnet Race

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    Sporting Event

    Cowes

    Dont miss the chance to wave of the entries to this year Rolex Fastnet Race on Saturday 26 July 2025 from Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

    2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Ocean Racing Club, and this edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race is…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025
  11. Sunrise Breakfasts

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Sandown

    We will be opening our doors to our Sanctuary from 8:30am, so you can have a delicious breakfast with us while enjoying a rare early morning encounter with our rescued animals.

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025to28 Aug 2025
  12. Cowes Week

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    Sporting Event

    WEST COWES

    Since 1826 Cowes Week has played a key part in the British sporting summer calendar and is one of the UK's longest running and most successful sporting events.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to8 Aug 2025
  13. Newport Main Carnival

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    Carnival

    NEWPORT

    Carnival fever comes to the Island's capital town, various locations around Newport. See website for procession route.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
  14. Sandown Bay Regatta

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    Carnival

    SANDOWN

    Annual summer celebration of Sandown Bay with FREE family entertainment from the stage, beach fun at the Beach Sports Arena and a street market lining Sandown Esplanade.  

    Saturday 9th August 2025

    Sunday 10th August 2025

    Keep an eye…

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025
  15. The Wight Proms

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    Festival

    WEST COWES

    The Wight Proms returns for eight days between the 9th and 18th August 2024. Set in the grounds of Northwood House, a Grade II listed country manor house in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, the festival celebrates summer with classical proms, comedy,…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025
  16. Legendary Joust at Carisbrooke Castle

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    Type:

    Heritage & History

    Carisbrooke, Newport

    Legendary joust at Carisbrooke Castle Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill as four legendary knights compete in the grand medieval joust at Carisbrooke Castle. See lances shatter, feel the thunder of hooves and hear the roar of…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Aug 2025to14 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  17. Ventnor Main Carnival

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    Type:

    Carnival

    VENTNOR

    Join in the carnival fun of Ventnor's Main Procession followed by a grand firework display!

    Please see website for more details.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2025
  18. Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

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    Type:

    Festivals

    SANDOWN

    A heady mix of country fair, pop festival and a vampire’s worst nightmare, this festival offers everything for the family!

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025
  19. Newport Illuminated Carnival

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    Type:

    Carnival

    NEWPORT

    Join in the carnival fun with Newport's Illuminated Procession!

    Please see website for route details.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Aug 2025
  20. 50th Island Steam Fair @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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    Type:

    Heritage & History

    HAVENSTREET

    The family friendly Bank Holiday event of 2025! The Island Steam Show celebrates 50 glorious years.

    Enjoy a vast collection of vintage transport, traditional fairground, live entertainment, plus majestic steam trains running along the line.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2025to25 Aug 2025