Events

It’s officially Summer – so celebrate with a trip to see one of the amazing shows on offer from our thriving Island amateur theatre scene. There’s still – just – time to catch ‘Annie and Oliver’ at Medina Theatre, presented...

The Island’s most historic visitor attraction, Shanklin Chine, is opening it gates to everyone for a free music event on Sunday (4th June). The Adur Band will be playing live from 11:30 - 12:30 on the front deck this Sunday...

The Somewhen Storytelling Festival will be making memorable experiences for all ages with a host of great storytellers from both the Island and mainland. The event, which takes place at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on 3rd and 4th June...

Following the success of last year's 5 events, 'Rubbish Networking' - a series of community-driven litter picking meetups - returns in 2023. There are 3 events planned for this year, with the 1st to take place at Seaclose Park in...

Wessex Cancer Trust’s Rainbow Run, which takes place on Sunday 25th June to raise funds for Islanders affected by cancer, has been given a new lease of life with its new video game theme and jam-packed entertainment village - but...

The Isle of Wight College is inviting all 1980s staff and students to a nostalgic reunion, promising an afternoon filled with reminiscence, laughter and a chance to reconnect with old friends and colleagues. Mark your calendars for 23rd June, as...

The much-anticipated free community event, Ticket to Ryde, is set to make a triumphant return to Eastern Gardens on Ryde Beach Front this coming weekend -  Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May. This feel-good extravaganza promises a weekend of live...

Robin Hill has issued a courtesy notice to all local landowners and businesses that planned hot air balloon flights are expected between now and Monday (29th May). Due to the nature of balloon flight relying heavily on calm winds and...

Newport Roman Villa’s popular clay activity days will return for the Spring half-term with admission to the site available for just £1 per person. The reduced admission fee will apply on Wednesday 31st May and Friday 2nd June.  Visitors can...

Later this month, Island poets Maggie Sawkins and Blake Everitt will be joined by singer/songwriter Mark Hickman for an evening of music and poetry at a venue in Cowes. It's the latest of several similar events being held within the...