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Cowes and East Cowes are bustling, vibrant towns and there are events happening throughout the year. Search our events database right now to see what’s coming up in Cowes or scroll down this page to the listings at the bottom.
As the home of Cowes Week, the oldest and biggest sailing regatta in the world, Cowes is the maritime gateway to the Isle of Wight. Cowes Week takes place at the end of July/beginning of August but there are numerous nautical events on throughout the year, including the famous Round the Island Race at the beginning of July.
Cowes Week isn’t just about the sailing and racing! The shore-side activities include plenty for the whole family to enjoy from children’s activities, live music and delicious street food.
Live music is a popular part of Cowes nightlife and popular pubs regularly host live music sessions. If you're looking for some traditional entertainment, Trinity Theatre in Cowes is the perfect place to catch an amateur dramatic production - with plenty of choice throughout the year. Classic Isle takes places at Barton Manor on July 8th and 9th, with a performances from many high profile names in a celebration of classical music.
Osborne in East Cowes hosts many events throughout the year including a popular Victorian fayre in early summer and a Victorian themed Christmas event.
Back over the harbour in Cowes, Northwood House is a popular venue for different events, from yoga through to a gin festival!
No matter what you are looking to do, Cowes and East Cowes has plenty to offer.
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East Cowes
Garden tour at Osborne English Heritage in partnership with the National Garden Scheme is offering the chance for you to experience the beautiful gardens of Osborne.
The garden tour will be early evening on Tuesday 16 September when the site…
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,…
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.
East Cowes
Christmas activities and festive fun at Osborne Visit Osborne this Christmas season for a barrel of laughs and festive fun!
Enjoy festive activities including storytelling and music.
East Cowes
Celebrating 30 years. Hundreds of completed Jigsaw Puzzles on display and for sale.
Refreshments Available
Cowes
Join private chef The Epicurean Sailor for a relaxing, adults-only champagne and canapé sunset cruise.
Departing from Cowes on Saturday 16th August, our privately chartered boat, Wight Scene, will meander out of the river heading towards the…
Terminus Road, Cowes
Hey folks, come to a great art exhibition during Cowes week featuring some of the Islands top artists!
Refreshments available
Raising money for Alzheimer's Café Isle of Wight
Come and browse and maybe even fall in love with a piece of…
Cowes
Join us for a Freddie Mercury Tribute on the water. Departing Thetis Wharf at 7.30pm dance and sing to all the classic Queen tunes.
David Jerome is a world-renowned Freddie Mercury tribute artist. His dynamic performances capture the essence of…
Cowes
For only £255pp Per Day you can get in and amongst the action with Salty Sailing. Jostling for a position on the start line we race around the Solent playing the tides and having a great time!
Experience yacht racing on a boat with no shouting…
Cowes
Silent Disco Boat Party on Friday 8th August 2025
Board the boat from 7.00pm, before departing at 7.30pm.
You will join your DJ's Josh Peverley and Andy Crabb mixing things up across two channels.
Party the Night Away to the best in…
Ward Avenue, Cowes
Experience Cowes Week from a whole new angle - high up in the treetops! Goodleaf Tree Climbing is returning to beautiful Northwood House and Park in Cowes for one day of fun, views and outdoor adventure.
East Cowes
Discover my journey with food After five incredible years in the kitchen, I am stepping out from behind the stove and taking to the road. With a wealth of experience gathered from live demonstrations at food festivals, online cookery classes, and…
WEST COWES
“Giovanni Pernice, Fascinating Aida, Wynne Evans and Lee Mead to Headline the Wight Proms Festival 2025”
The Wight Proms Festival has just announced its 2025 artiste line-up
Tickets go on sale this Friday 4th April
This year for the…
COWES
The popular blues open mic where a full back line is provided - open to all ages and abilities. Come and play some blues!
From 4pm to 7pm every 2nd Sunday in the Month.
13 July 2025
10 August 2025
14 September 2025
12…
Cowes
Cowes Week opening party Start Cowes Week with a party as The Lawn Bar at Northwood House presents dance anthems with Dave Pearce.
1990s & 2000s dance anthems Enjoy a night of dancing to 1990s and 2000s dance anthems with DJs including Dave…
COWES
A popular annual event in the Isle of Wight calendar, the Isle of Wight Literary Festival will be held between the 9th and 12th October 2025 at Northwood House, Cowes. The festival will once again be providing a varied and exciting programme with…
Cowes
Get the glow sticks ready and join us for a 80's and 90's part on the water. Grab the neon and come party with us. A great way to see the island from the water. Join us for our 80s & 90s summer boat Party on Friday 25th July.
Dance the evening…
Cowes
Join in the fun of Cowes Week with guitar and harmonica duo Black Daniels. Watch the racing, enjoy the bar and have fun!
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