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Don’t miss any events during your visit

Our what’s on guide is updated throughout the year, bringing you events to suit all ages and interests across the Isle of Wight. Annual favourites include the Isle of Wight Festival and Cowes Week, the famous Round the Island Yacht Race, Walk the Wight and of course the Garlic Festival.

Every month brings countless opportunities to enjoy live music at venues across the Island, from pubs like The Spyglass Inn to The Wight Proms and Jack Up Events. During the summer months, don’t miss our historic town carnivals and local favourites, such as The Chale Show and the Royal Isle of Wight County Show.

Many of our leading attractions also host special events to keep you entertained, including the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Blackgang Chine, Robin Hill and The Needles Landmark Attraction.

Our Isle of Wight events guide is always packed with diverse and entertaining activities, so you don’t need to miss a thing.

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Easter Adventure Quest at Osborne

Osborne

East Cowes

28 March

- 19 April 2026

Get out and about this Easter at Osborne on an Easter Adventure Quest. Each child will receive a quest booklet that takes them on an egg-citing hunt around the grounds, uncovering clues to the fascinating history behind Easter as they go. On completing the challenge, there will be a tasty chocolate treat to tuck into.

Easter Adventure Quest at Carisbrooke Castle

Carisbrooke Castle

Newport

28 March

- 19 April 2026

Get out and about this Easter at Carisbrooke Castle on an Easter Adventure Quest. Each child will receive a booklet which will take them on an egg-citing hunt around the grounds, uncovering clues to the fascinating history behind Easter as they go. On completing the challenge, there will be a tasty chocolate treat to tuck into.

Easter Trail at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Sandown

28 March

- 12 April 2026

Set off on an interactive Easter Trail at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary. Weave your way past the lions, tigers and bears, hunt for hidden eggs, crack fun clues and complete the trail to earn a special limited edition keepsake to take home. Along the way, enjoy chocolate-themed activities, creative crafts, colourful face painting and plenty more family fun. It’s the perfect Easter adventure in the heart of the Sanctuary – wild, wonderful and packed with surprises!

The Great Railway Easter Hunt

Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Havenstreet

29 March

- 12 April 2026

Calling all ‘Chocolate Detectives’! It’s time to make like Sherlock and visit the Isle of Wight Steam Railway for the Great Railway Easter Hunt! Make some amazing, amusing family memories together as you search for the giant eggs hidden around the railway and solve the clues on the treasure map to claim your chocolate. It is so ‘Great’ there will be a hunt on every day throughout the Easter holidays. Don’t forget to bring your Easter bonnet and join the parade at 13:30.

The Great Railway Easter Hunt at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Havenstreet

The Island Savoyards Present: The Great British Bake Off Musical

Shanklin Theatre

Shanklin

2 April

- 5 April 2026

Everyone’s favourite baking show rises to new heights in The Great British Bake Off Musical. A joyous, feel-good celebration of baking, friendship, and community, served with a generous helping of British humour and charm. With catchy original songs, larger-than-life characters, and plenty of laughter, this delicious musical is a treat for fans of the show and theatre lovers alike. Follow a group of amateur bakers as they whisk, knead, and bake their way through the tent, facing technical challenges, showstoppers, and the occasional baking disaster – all under the watchful eyes of the judges and hosts. Along the way, friendships...

Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair

Northwood House & Park

Cowes

3 April

- 4 April 2026

Following the tremendous success of previous years, the Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair promises to be bigger and more popular than ever before. Combining plants, shrubs, garden machinery, tools and landscaping products with a fantastic Island artist showcase, this is an event not to be missed.

Northwood House & Park - Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair

The Big Brick Build at Osborne

Osborne

East Cowes

3 April

- 12 April 2026

Take part in a giant LEGO® Brick Build session at Osborne, the first of its kind held at Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s seaside home. Children over four years old can get creative by helping to build a LEGO® sculpture of the charming Swiss Cottage, guided by expert brick artists. Families can take part as many times as they like for the price of a standard admission ticket.

Easter Egg Hunt at Ventnor Botanic Garden

Ventnor Botanic Garden

Ventnor

3 April

- 5 April 2026

Looking for something to do with the kids this Easter Sunday? Hop on over to Ventnor Botanic Garden for an Easter egg hunt. Solve the clues and puzzles as you stroll around the garden. Get them right and the children can claim a chocolate treat at the end of their walk.