Events

The 69th Pier 2 Pier Sea Swim will take place this year, organisers IOW Marlins Masters Swim Club have announced. The annual event, which takes place between Sandown Pier and the site of the former Shanklin Pier, will be held...

Jake Curran (15), and Tilly Grimshaw (16). A line-up of top Isle of Wight talent and stars from past and present are set to take part in a virtual charity concert in aid of Shanklin Theatre later this month. Island...

Wessex Cancer Trust’s drive-in cinema is heading to Sandown Airport this summer, with 8 epic blockbusters being screened over 2 days. The charity has secured the support of headline sponsors Hose Rhodes Dickson, Novum Law, Fidelity International, ICRTouch and Find...

The team behind The Isle of Wight Scooter Rally has announced that the event will go ahead this year, despite some initial doubt caused by the coronavirus pandemic. As previously reported by Island Echo, organiser VFM was forced to make the...

With restrictions on live events still in place due to COVID restrictions, Ventnor Exchange is set to host 2 new experiences in April that residents can take part in from the comfort of their own home. The venue is teaming...

The team behind Wight Proms, which was cancelled last year due to the coronavirus lockdown, has announced the event is to return to Northwood House this August. The 4-day festival is scheduled to take place on 19-22 August 2021 in...

Artist Lisa Traxler. Photo: Julian Winslow Newport's Quay Arts Centre is set to unveil a new exhibition, drawing inspiration from historical Dazzle camouflage and its relationship to the Island's maritime heritage. Taking over three gallery spaces, Dazzle + Disrupt showcases...

Places at Isle of Wight Council led activities for children are going fast, with parents and carers urged to book now to avoid missing out. A wide range of activities is on offer for all ages during the Easter holidays,...

Isle of Wight sporting heroes of all ages will be celebrated at a virtual awards ceremony on Thursday (25th March). Everyone is welcome at the 46th IW Sports Achievement Awards, since the new online format means unlimited guests can attend. Award...

Local charity Isle Access is resuming its Access Groups in Ryde and Cowes, as well as starting a new one for the town of Newport. These quarterly meetings give a voice to people who have problems visiting the local environment...