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Be enchanted by the magic of a Wight Christmas with a whole programme of festive events on the Island: unique Christmas markets, children’s entertainment, pantomimes, live music, Christmas lights, festive food & drink, special events and much more!
Whether you’re looking for a festive staycation, family fun activities, a romantic escape, or a Christmas shopping day out, the Island has something for you this festive season!
Click here to find the attractions and activities that are open over Christmas.
While the whole family will enjoy carols and festive food & drink at attractions around the Island, little ones will have lots of opportunities to meet Santa in his wonderland grottos as he visits Tapnell Farm, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, and Arreton Barns.
The festive season wouldn’t be complete without a good pantomime, and the hilarious ‘Cinderella’ at Shanklin theatre will definitely give you that Christmassy glow!
Walk up an appetite afterwards at the family-friendly illuminated sleighbell stroll in Ventnor Botanic Gardens, or on the many beaches on the Island, pretty much deserted at this time of year, then enjoy a delicious festive feast together.
Get in the Christmas spirit, savouring festive food and mulled wine at the many Christmas markets around the Island, or unwind with a Christmas concert - from classical recitals to country music.
For something a little bit different, the hilarious Jack and the Beanstalk adult-only pantomime will certainly be a memorable occasion!
Enjoy a bracing winter walk by making your way to one of the highest points of the Island, and be rewarded by the stunning views, or take a wander on a wide deserted beach. Treat yourself with an afternoon tea in a cosy spot to warm up, or with a pint in front of an open fire.
For those that need a bit of rest and relaxation, book yourself a luxurious spa treat at Lakeside Spa or Bembridge Coast Hotel. End your day enjoying live music in one of the many pubs and inns on the Island or watching a stunning romantic sunset.
The Isle of Wight has a huge variety of independent shops so it’s easy to find Christmas presents that are just that little bit different. You’ll also find a wide selection of local artisan products at the Winter Markets hosted at the Donkey Sanctuary, Briddlesford Lodge Farm, Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, and the pop-up shop at the Garlic Farm.
Treat yourself to the ultimate Christmas retail experiences of ‘The Christmas Imaginarium’ in Ryde and the ‘Jingle Bells Christmas Shop’ in Shanklin and purchase a special tree decoration to remind you of this year’s trip to the Island!
On the lead-up to the big day, why not book into one of our many eateries for a pre-Christmas treat? Including The Pointer Inn in Newchurch, The Caulkheads in Sandown, The White Lion in Niton, or The Woodvale in Cowes. For a full list, head to our eat and drink page.
If you’re planning on spending Christmas Day on the Island, eateries serving Christmas lunch include The Lakeside Park Hotel, The Fishbourne, The Boathouse Seaview, The Fountain Inn in Cowes, the Folly Inn, The George, Ryde Castle Hotel, The Taverners in Godshill, Hare and Hounds in Newport, and The Birdham Bembridge.
For those wanting Christmas dinner to be brought to their accommodation, take advantage of the Christmas dinner deliveries from The Hungry Bear in Brading.
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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city this December and sail over to Cowes for a festive day out. Discover a high-street lined with independent shops offering toys, books, homeware, art, antiques, fashion, wine, jewellery and more! THE place to find a unique and personal present for loved ones, you'll find plenty of great places for a drink and a bite too. Make a day of it with Red Jet sailings back to the mainland until 23:45pm daily. Sail across from Southampton on foot from just £12.30pp when two or more people travel together after 11:00am, just ask for the Super Off Peak Day Return at terminals. Or why not bring the car and up to 7 people and go further afield for festive fun, with Red Funnel's vehicle ferry running daily over the Christmas period - including Christmas Day! Red Funnel timetables can be found here.
Head over to Ryde for a spot of shopping on Wightlink’s FastCat. You’ll find so much on the high street; vintage stores, art galleries and independent boutiques. Grab a gift for the foodie in your life at Pickle & Dill, Chocolate Apothecary or Sip & Smoke, a boutique cigar and whiskey shop. You can stay for a meal and a glass of mulled wine, too – Wightlink’s evening sailings run until 23:10 every day. Travel over after 12 noon and foot passenger tickets cost from just £20.40 per person with the Afternoon Flyer deal. Go during the Christmas school holidays and Kids Go Free!
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere and discover the charming small shops, eateries, and Christmas decorations right within walking distance of the hoverport. Late-night shopping will be taking place on December 8th & 9th, with stores staying open until 8pm. Enjoy by the Merry & Bright lantern parade on December 8th, from 6pm to 7pm, followed by captivating performances throughout the night. Hovertravel flights will be departing from Ryde until 8:15 pm, ensuring a swift return home in under 10 minutes, making it the quickest ferry route available across the Solent.
The Island has a fantastic range of accommodation; from holiday cottages by the sea, eco-pods, luxury hotels, and even James Bond’s submarine – there really is something for every taste & budget!
Take a look at our accommodation page to see what’s available and click on our travel page to find out how easily you can get here. We’re just a couple of hours from London, making the Island the perfect destination for a winter escape.
Why not extend your Christmas break into the New Year? The Isle of Wight is host to some fabulous New Year’s celebrations and events, including a spectacular fireworks display on Sandown seafront.
Whatever you decide to do and however you’re travelling, it couldn’t be easier to get to the Isle of Wight via Lymington, Southampton, Southsea or Portsmouth. There are regular rail connections to the south coast via South Western Railway.
Travelling as a foot passenger is simple due to our excellent transport links with trains, buses, foot passenger ferries and our hovercraft service.
A Christmas getaway to the Isle of Wight is a special, memorable experience. Celebrate Christmas in style, away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland, and treat yourself to an early Christmas present with these fantastic offers. Don't forget to sign up to our email newsletter too, which is bursting with offers and news from around the Island.
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Fireworks
NEWPORT
Mountbatten are so excited to be teaming up with the Isle of Wight Festival and Isle of Wight Radio again to bring you this year's Fairlee Fireworks! It will have a Christmas twist with Santa suits for the zipwire and carol singers on stage.
…
Christmas
East Cowes
Join Father Christmas at Osborne this December for a magical way to start the festive season.
Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree, in our…
Christmas
Wroxall
Come along and visit Santa and his donkeys at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary on Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 December between 11am – 3pm. No need to book, simply come along and let his elves know that you're here!
We have music in the barns from…
Christmas
WEST WIGHT
Celebrate the Spirit of the Season at the Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival Brighstone, Isle of Wight
The Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival is back, spreading joy and festive cheer with the main festival running from Thursday, 7th December to…
Markets
Ventnor
Indoor Christmas Market Saturdays. For the first 3 Saturdays in December we will have a whole host of Christmas Market Stalls.
2nd December 9th December 16th December
Open from 09.30-14.30 (09.00 for stall holders)
Our Brasserie will…
Christmas
Ventnor
An evening of delectable food, six delicious courses Celebrating the Best Dishes of 2023. With Live music from Harriet Jane. Arrive 7pm for 7.30pm. £99.00 per person with optional Wine Flight @ £59.00 per person. Call to book 01983 856333
Stay with…
Christmas
Freshwater
The Christmas concert in West Wight Arts Association's 2023/4 season will be given on December 9th in Freshwater Memorial Hall by the acclaimed Onyx Brass, starting at 7.00pm.
Celebrating its 30 anniversary in 2023, Onyx Brass continues to be…
Christmas
Ryde
Get ready for the enchantment of Ryde's 'Merry and Bright' 2023.
The festivities begin with a mesmerizing lantern parade from 6-7pm on Friday.
Experience the town's transformation with dazzling static illuminations, interactive art…
Christmas
Staplers Road, Newport
Join up to 250 other people in GG’s Function Hall - A fantastic Party Experience
We’ve created special Christmas Party Nights this December…
GG’s Bar & Restaurant is bringing you special Party Nights this December, for shared groups to…
Christmas
FISHBOURNE
Join The Fishbourne for their Christmas Party nights and enjoy a delicious three-course meal. Entertainment includes a DJ so you dance the night away.
Party nights are available on the 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th December.
Availability is…
Christmas
FISHBOURNE
Spend Christmas day at The Fishbourne and enjoy a three-course meal. View the menu within the downloads section of this page.
Adult - £85 per person. Under 13s - £43 per person.
To book a table please call 01983 882823.
Christmas
Ventnor
Breakfast with Santa served by his Elves.
Make your little one's Christmas just a little bit more magical. Every child will receive a gift from the big red man himself.
Pancakes & Waffles with Chocolate Sauce or Syrup & Fruit plus a drink…
Christmas
SEAVIEW
Spend Christmas day at The Boathouse and enjoy a four-course meal. View the menu within the 'Downloads' section of this page.
Adult - £85 per person. Under 13s - £43 per person.
To book a table call 01983 810616.
Christmas
SHANKLIN
Celebrate Christmas at Bourne Hall Country House Hotel and join their parties on Friday 8th, Saturday 9th, Friday 15th and Saturday 16th December 2023.
Dance the night away with music from DJ Kaf-tan and enjoy the Christmas sharing platters…
Christmas
Newport
For The First time ever a "Tennessee Country Christmas" is coming to Celebrate the festive Season here in the UK.
A Tennessee Christmas celebrates renditions of Christmas favourites in a Country Style combined with some of the biggest selling…
Christmas
Shanklin
Whether you only ever sing in the bath or sing regularly in choirs, this is the place for you to have a wonderful time learning glorious harmonies to some well-known and less well-known songs and tunes.
Using well-known songs from the Great…
Theatre
Newport
Join Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz.
Enjoy Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion, (and yes Toto too) as they seek the Wonderful Wizard to find that there's no place like home!
The…
Christmas
NEWPORT
All aboard for family festive fun - join the magical Christmas Lights Tour with Southern Vectis!
Dig out your winter woollies and experience the magic of Christmas aboard an open top bus.
Running from Friday 8th December right through to…
Christmas
HAVENSTREET
The elves and I are pleased to say that we will once again be making the Isle of Wight Steam Railway our official home this year.
The team at the Railway are so friendly and welcoming and their traditional Christmas Experience teamed with their…
Christmas
Ventnor
Party Night with Emellia
Get ready to rock and roll at our Christmas Party Night with Live Music! Join us Saturday 23rd December from 6.30pm for an unforgettable evening filled with Festive Cheer and Live Music.
We are thrilled to bring…
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