Isle of Wight Events

Looking for spooky family fun this half term? Head to The Garlic Farm from 17th October to 1st November for a frightfully fun Halloween adventure packed with seasonal activities, quirky surprises and plenty of garlic-inspired protection! Follow the popular Spooky Halloween Trail through the farm and woodlands, discovering ghosts, witches, graveyards, pumpkin heads and other...

Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest at The Steamer Inn from 17th to 31st October! Bringing a taste of Germany to the Isle of Wight, this two-week celebration features delicious German-inspired food, traditional music and plenty of festive cheer. Enjoy Oktoberfest-themed decorations, savour German-inspired dishes and raise a glass of German beer as you soak...

Get ready for Bavarian fun as Oktoberfest Southampton returns for its ninth year in 2026! Promising a lively weekend of German-inspired food, beer and entertainment, this popular South Coast celebration brings thousands of guests together for a festival packed with flavour and festive spirit. Expect steins of beer, sizzling bratwurst, live Oompah bands and energetic...

Get ready for a taste of Bavaria as Oktoberfest Portsmouth returns in 2026 for a weekend of traditional German-inspired celebrations. Step inside the huge Bier tent, raise an authentic Oktoberfest stein and soak up the lively atmosphere as Portsmouth embraces Bavarian culture. Whether you’re a fan of German beer, festive celebrations, or simply looking for...

Enjoy a weekend of railway heritage and seasonal beers at Shunt Fest with the Dark Ales Festival at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on 7th and 8th November. While vintage diesel shunters take centre stage, visitors can also head to Havenstreet Station’s Whistle Stop Café for a selection of rich, robust dark ales. The...

The Island’s favourite boozy breakfast is back! Join The Spyglass Inn for its popular Beaujolais Breakfast, combining a hearty Full English breakfast with a bottle of Beaujolais wine, live music and plenty of French-inspired fun. Get into the spirit of the occasion by dressing up in your best French-themed fancy dress, with prizes up for...

Celebrate the festive season at The Garlic Farm with Christmas Mezze & Music Nights, taking place on selected Saturday evenings in November and December. Enjoy a delicious selection of Christmas-inspired tapas, including turkey spring rolls, roast potatoes, pigs in blankets and crispy sprouts with cranberry dipping sauce, alongside blue cheese parsnip dip and gravy. Soak...

Discover the Isle of Wight’s beautiful countryside with Walk the Wight, a popular annual event raising vital funds for Mountbatten, the Island’s hospice charity. With four routes to choose from, including the challenging 26.5 mile walk from Bembridge to The Needles, there’s an option to suit a range of ages and abilities. Enjoy breathtaking coastal...

Get ready for four days of incredible music and festival fun as the Isle of Wight Festival returns in 2027! A highlight of the UK’s summer festival season, this iconic event brings together music fans for a weekend of live performances, arts, culture and unforgettable experiences. With the 2027 dates confirmed, it’s the perfect time...