2nd - 8th August 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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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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Carnival
RYDE
Join Ryde Carnival for some free family fun as we celebrate Children's Carnival Day. Lots of activities and entertainment will take place in different locations around Ryde town centre. Activities will include story time, junk modelling competition,…
Carnival
SANDOWN
Join in the fun and spectacle of Sandown's Illuminated Carnival!
Please see website for route details.
Food
HAVENSTREET
A regular in the Railway's events calendar.
Get set to sample a whole host of various cheeses perfectly paired with crunchy pickles and tangy chutneys. It's the perfect accompaniment to a cool glass of cider, and with over 25 varieties to try,…
Childrens Events
Newport
Brand New for 2025!
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny…
Festival
Ryde
Following last year's success, join us to find out what all the excitement is about for the biggest and best Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival 2025 in Ryde. There will be two full days of splendidness between the 26th and 28th September! Embrace your…
Music
Shanklin
From Glam Rock to Disco, Motown to Two-tone ...you can’t help grooving to The Sounds of the 70s!
Jack Up Events are preparing to wind the clock back once more with the much-anticipated return of Jack Up The 70s, at the theatre!
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Walking
ISLANDWIDE
Walk this way! The Isle of Wight Walking Festival, sponsored by Outdooractive, will return in Autumn 2025 (4th - 12th October).
An event for keen hikers, relaxed wanderers, and curious explorers alike, the Isle of Wight Walking Festival is a…
Literature
COWES
A popular annual event in the Isle of Wight calendar, the Isle of Wight Literary Festival will be held between the 3rd and 6th October 2024 at Northwood House, Cowes. The festival will once again be providing a varied and exciting programme with…
Tour
Ryde
Experience the charm of a classic bus journey Wightrider offers a variety of vintage buses for you to enjoy on the 11th & 12th October. This event is perfect for all ages, from families looking for a fun day out to transport enthusiasts eager for a…
Festival
HAVENSTREET
Head to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway's Autumn beer festival for a celebration of beer and steam.
Choose from a huge selection of real ales, there are even a few ciders for those with a sweeter tooth.
You’ll have the opportunity to try…
Heritage & History
HAVENSTREET
It's wickedly wonderful half term fun as witches and wizards cast their magic spell and takeover the Railway.
Follow the spooky treasure hunt trail then climb aboard the spooky steam train. Meet the witch wandering the platform... does she have…
Theatre
Newport
Don't miss the chance to see football legend Neil Ruddock in an exclusive live interview and audience Q&A, hosted by the renowned Sports and Entertainment presenter Kenzie Benali, having presented live at some of the biggest competitions in global…
Christmas
HAVENSTREET
Join us for a traditional festive event for all the family.
Ride the train, explore the winter wonderland and visit Santa in his grotto.
Watch the live entertainment and ride the traditional fairground rides. Every child receives a…
Sporting Event
Freshwater
West Wight Chilly Hilly is back in 2025 on Sunday 14th December!
What better way to begin winter festivities than with a 10 mile run in the spectacular West Wight countryside? Taking in cliff paths, beaches, wooded glades and spectacular…
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