Events And Festivals

The Nokia Music Festival, the White Air Extreme Sports Festival, Skandia Cowes Week, the Isle of Wight Walking Festival, carnivals and concerts - the list goes on. With over 1000 local, national and international events the Isle of Wight is the place to be seen, to compete and to party.

Nowhere in Britain hosts events quite like the Isle of Wight. With a mild climate, a supportive and vibrant local community, a wide range of accommodation, restaurants and pubs, stunning scenery and endless tourist attractions - it's the perfect events venue.

See a world famous rock star, race a yacht or walk the Wight, then take time out to explore, drink eat and relax.

And it's easy to see why outdoor activities like walking, cycling and sailing are so popular on this small Island; it has over 500 miles of footpaths, around 30 miles of Heritage Coastline while more than half the Island is recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

See some of the top bands and solo artists perform at a range of distinct Island music events. Learn to sail or just enjoy the buzz at the world's most famous regatta - Skandia Cowes Week - watch the professional windsurfers in action at White Air, an international extreme sports festival, or even try speed-dating at the UK's largest walking festival. Alternatively, just take time to chill out with your mates over a cool beer and soak up the ultimate festival experience.

And its not only the international events people flock to. Throughout the year, the Island is alive with local carnival celebrations, confirming its reputation as England's carnival island.

For details on local community events please visit www.iwight.com