Island Echo has compiled a full guide to the Isle of Wight’s carnival and funfair locations for the 2024 season!
All carnivals are free to attend – but remember to get there early to secure yourself a good vantage point.
Isle of Wight Carnivals 2024
| Carnival | Date | Judging Time | Move off Time |
| Newport Main | Saturday 20th July | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| Sandown Children’s | Saturday 27th July | After Carnival | 11:00 |
| Sandown Main | Saturday 27th July | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| Shanklin Children’s | Sunday 4th August | 13:15 | 14:00 |
| Shanklin Main | Wednesday 7th August | No Judging | 19:00 |
| Shanklin Illuminated | Saturday 10th August | No Judging | 21:15 |
| Ventnor Children’s | Wednesday 14th August | After Carnival | Midday |
| Ventnor Main | Wednesday 14th August | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| Ventnor Illuminated | Saturday 17th August | 20:30 | 21:00 |
| Newport Illuminated | Thursday 22nd August | 20:00 | 21:00 |
| St Helens | Monday 26th August | 17:45 | 18:30 |
| Sandown Illuminated | Wednesday 28th August | 19:30 | 20:30 |
| Ryde Main | Thursday 29th August | 17:30 | 18:30 |
| Ryde Illuminated | Saturday 31st August | 19:30 | 20:30 |
In addition to the carnivals themselves, the funfair will once again be making a return to selected towns on the Island!
Isle of Wight Funfair 2024
COMING SOON!
Please note: carnivals/funfairs are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations such as poor weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The table above is a guide and we recommend that you check the carnival’s website for any updates. Island Echo can not be held responsible for any inaccuracies.
