Events

Sunsail, an official partner of  Cowes Week, had more of a presence this year, with a large marquee on the Parade, where visitors could win a Sunsail holiday, and the Sailors' Bar. Sunsail has a partnership with the British Virgin...

A celebration of Newport’s rich past will take over the town on Saturday 6th September as the second Newport Heritage Day takes place. Organisers say the event will once again see the whole town getting involved, with shop owners uncovering...

A special charity rave will be held at Newclose Cricket Ground in Blackwater this Saturday (23rd August) to raise vital funds for Heartbeat House in Southampton. The event, named The Heartbeat Rave, runs from 17:00 until 23:00 and will feature...

Ryde’s much-loved free mini-festival Ticket to Ryde is back on the seafront this August Bank Holiday, promising 2 full days of live music, stalls, food and family fun. Taking place on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th August, the event coincides...

An exhibition celebrating music on the Isle of Wight will officially open to the public later this month, with records, posters and memorabilia spanning decades. The Wight Music Experience, which can be found at Newport’s Triple A Records, is made...

The popular Going Electric show is set to return to Newport Quay on Sunday 31st August, offering a full day of exhibitions, expert talks and sustainability showcases from 10:00 to 16:00. Now in its 4th year, the event brings together...

Isle of Wight rock band Five Degrees North have announced a show for the end of the month where they will bid farewell to the Island before leaving for university in Brighton. Taking place at Newport’s Strings Bar and Venue...

A historic pram race through Cowes will raise vital funds for Mountbatten Isle of Wight next Sunday (24th August). The event has been running for 40 years and the latest iteration will support the Island’s hospice, which delivers 24/7 expert...

Local residents are being invited to Sandown Canoe Lake tomorrow (Saturday) to witness the positive impact of recent community-led efforts to save the lake's wildlife. The event comes just 6 days after emergency action was taken to address dangerously low...

A day of music, magic, and community spirit is promised at the Get On Stage Summer Fayre taking place at Newport CE Primary School this Sunday (17th August). Organised by Get On Stage Youth Theatre - the newest youth theatre...