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On the Isle of Wight it’s impossible to run out of things to do!

When it comes to entertainment, the Island is a hive of activity with events happening every day in every town.

At night the towns and villages come to life as the pubs & bars and bistros & restaurants open up for night time trade.

As you walk through the high streets, you can hear music from local artists being enjoyed inside the various entertainment venues.

As well as being a great place for music (spearheaded by the fantastic Isle of Wight Festival), the Island has a name for itself as a bit of an arts hub.

We have some excellent theatre groups and smaller festivals which celebrate the best of the Isle of Wight’s creative talent.

Plays and films are shown in all kinds of quirky venues, from old converted post offices to 18th century stately homes.

And there is The Wight Proms, a festival of open-air picnic concerts celebrating the Isle of Wight's music, food, people & red squirrels. There has never been a music festival quite like this on the Isle of Wight.

If you’re feeling more conventional, we also have larger cinemas which screen national releases every day.

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Sandown Illuminated Carnival

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Carnival

Sandown

Sandown Illuminated Carnival on the Isle of Wight Join in the fun and spectacle of Sandown's Illuminated Carnival!
Carnival route To view the carnival route map, please visit the carnival website.

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26 Aug 2026to26 Aug 2026
Ryde Children's Carnival Day

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Carnival

Ryde

Ryde Children's Carnival Day on the Isle of Wight 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.
Family…

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From:

29 Aug 2026to29 Aug 2026
Ryde Carnival Main Procession

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Carnival

Ryde

Ryde Main Carnival on the Isle of Wight Joyous and inspirational, Ryde Carnival brings a dazzling end to Summer on the Isle of Wight. All are welcome to enjoy the entertaining parades that light up the coastal town with fun, colour and carnival…

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From:

3 Sept 2026to3 Sept 2026
Ryde Carnival Illuminated Procession

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Carnival

Ryde

Ryde Illuminated Carnival on the Isle of Wight The very last carnival of the summer, Ryde Carnival's illuminated procession is a fabulous spectacle of light and music that rounds the Isle of Wight carnival season off in style.
Carnival route …

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From:

5 Sept 2026to5 Sept 2026
Isle of Wight Randonnee

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Cycling

Islandwide

The Isle of Wight Randonnee is a non-competitive cycle ride established by the Wayfarers in 1985.

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From:

6 Sept 2026to6 Sept 2026
Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival

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Festival

Ryde

Steampunk Festival fun on the Isle of Wight Join us to find out what all the excitement is about for the biggest and best Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival 2026 in Ryde. There will be two full days of splendidness between the 18 and 20 September!…

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From:

18 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026

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Visit Isle of Wight - Official Tourism Board Information Website

The Needles Landmark Attraction
The Needles Landmark Attraction
Sandham Gardens
Sandham Gardens
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Walking
From challenging coastal walks to beautiful short walking routes the Isle of Wight is perfect for relaxing walking holidays!

The Wight
The Wight
Ferry discounts with accommodation
Ferry discounts with accommodation
Hotels
Isle of Wight Hotels are always a popular choice. There are hotels in every area of the Island, affordable or luxurious, lively or peaceful.
Holiday parks
The Isle of Wight has a great variety of superb caravan and chalet parks, many of which are located in some of our most spectacular landscape!

Isle of Wight Festival
The iconic Isle of Wight Festival attracts some of the biggest rock acts on the planet!
Isle of Wight Chess Masters
Isle of Wight Chess Masters
Ventnor Fringe
Ventnor Fringe
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

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Dog friendly
Eco-friendly & sustainable
Eco-friendly & sustainable
Group friendly ideas
Group friendly ideas
Family holidays
Family holidays

Isle of Wight ferries
Information on all the ferry options available to the Isle of Wight from mainland UK
Ferry discounts with accommodation
Ferry discounts with accommodation
Electric vehicle charging points
Electric vehicle charging points
Bike hire
Bike hire

Restaurants
Restaurants
Pubs & bars
Pubs & bars
Cafes & tearooms
Cafes & tearooms
Farm kitchens & shops
Farm kitchens & shops

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