West Cowes, 7th June 2025
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.
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.
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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Festival
VENTNOR
Ventnor Fringe is a unique celebration of the arts, showcasing emerging and established talent across every creative discipline.
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…
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,…
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…
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
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…
Carnival
SANDOWN
Join in with the carnival fun with Sandown's Main Procession! See website for carnival route.
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…
Carnival
SANDOWN
Join in the fun of Children's Day with Sandown Carnival Children's Procession! See website for carnival route.
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…
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.
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.
Carnival
NEWPORT
Carnival fever comes to the Island's capital town, various locations around Newport. See website for procession route.
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…
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,…
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…
Carnival
VENTNOR
Join in the carnival fun of Ventnor's Main Procession followed by a grand firework display!
Please see website for more details.
Festivals
SANDOWN
A heady mix of country fair, pop festival and a vampire’s worst nightmare, this festival offers everything for the family!
Carnival
NEWPORT
Join in the carnival fun with Newport's Illuminated Procession!
Please see website for route details.
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.
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