Calendar of Isle of Wight Coast Events
Throughout the year, the Isle of Wight hosts a range of events and festivals that celebrate its coastal heritage and provide opportunities for visitors to explore and enjoy the surrounding seascape. From sailing regattas to extreme sports festivals, there’s something for everyone on the Isle of Wight’s coastal events calendar. We’ve compiled some of the island’s annual coastal events that are not to be missed.
2025 Isle of Wight Coast Events
Isle of Wight Coast events and highlights throughout the year for your diary. Find out what’s on in 2025, from food festivals to sailing and sporting events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
MAY
Isle of Wight Challenge
This event takes you all the way round the Island’s coastal path. Take the full, half or quarter Island challenge.
MAY
Solent Old Gaffers Festival
Solent (Yarmouth) Old Gaffers’ Regatta. Yarmouth Harbour full of yachts! The Regatta is open both to members and to non-members.
MAY
Isle of Wight Walking Festival
The Spring Isle of Wight Walking festival
JUNE
Isle of Wight Festival
The Isle of Wight Music Festival is an annual music event that takes place on the island, featuring popular and iconic musicians from various genres performing on multiple stages over a weekend.
JUNE
Round the Island Race
Isle of Wight hosts the Round the Island Race, which takes place on 7th June 2025.
JULY
Sandown Carnival
The best viewpoints include: Beachfield Road, Royal Crescent, Melville Street, Fitzroy Street, Station Avenue and Albert Road.
AUGUST
Cowes Week
One of the most famous sailing events in the world, the regatta attracts world class competitors each year. Watch the racing and enjoy the festival atmosphere and entertainment throughout the week. 2nd – 8th August 2025
AUGUST
Sandown Bay Regatta 2025
One of the most famous sailing events in the world, the regatta attracts world class competitors each year. Watch the racing and enjoy the festival atmosphere and entertainment throughout the week.
AUGUST
Sandown Illuminated Carnival
A family friendly event in Sandown held every year.
SEPTEMBER
Isle of Wight Walking Festival
The Autumn Isle of Wight Walking Festival.
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Discover Isle of Wight Beaches
If you are going to a coastal event on the Isle of Wight, check out some of the other beaches nearby
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Top Isle of Wight Beaches
Looking for top Isle of Wight Coast destinations? Miles of sandy beaches, traditional seaside towns and family attractions. Walk the coastal path or find family friendly Blue Flag beaches. There are sandy beaches in Isle of Wight which are safe for swimming as well as dog friendly beaches for long walks with our four legged friends.
Blue Flag
Family Friendly award winning beaches
Dog friendly
For long walks with our four legged friends.
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