National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Programme
Next 30 days on the Isle of Wight
Walks, music, markets, family days out, and venues across the island in one chronological feed. Switch dates from the navigation, or extend the range from the link at the end of this list.
Today
1 event
Tomorrow
4 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Learn to draw and paint a piglet in pastels at The White Horse Inn, Whitwell, in the first of two Tuesday sessions on 7 July. £35 covers both mornings.
Tuesday fish-and-chip supper with daytime trains and extended evening steam through the Island countryside.
Tuesday evening fish and chip events at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through July and August 2026.
Wednesday 8 July 2026
1 event
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Thursday 9 July 2026
2 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
A high-energy 1980s tribute concert at Shanklin Theatre with live band, dancers and more than thirty-five chart hits from the decade.
Friday 10 July 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
A free community summer fayre at Shalfleet CE Primary School on Friday 10 July, 2pm to 4.30pm, with aerial tasters from Arts With Alicia, face painting, bouncy castle, tombola, and refreshments.
Binstead Primary School Summer Fayre packs in a fire engine, helter skelter, circus skills, face painting, pizza, ice cream and a £100 cash raffle.
A two-evening tribute music event at Retro Staycations, Ryde, on 10 and 11 July 2026.
Queen and Fleetwood Mac tribute acts share a summer bill at Robin Hill’s woodland amphitheatre near Downend.
Hampshire Police Male Voice Choir open their Isle of Wight summer tour at Norton Grange Coastal Village near Yarmouth.
Saturday 11 July 2026
9 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Round the Island Race 2026 sends yachts from Cowes around the Isle of Wight in one of the world’s largest one-day sailing races.
The Royal Isle of Wight County Show takes place at Northwood on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026.
A two-evening tribute music event at Retro Staycations, Ryde, on 10 and 11 July 2026.
Medina Community Choir brings its 20-year celebration to St Mary's Church in Cowes, with favourite songs from across the choir's history.
Hampshire Police Male Voice Choir perform at Christ Church Totland Bay on the second night of their Isle of Wight tour.
Vocal Legends with Sandy Smith brings a night of big vocal hits to Apollo Theatre in Newport, covering Cher, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Adele and more.
Three hours of salsa and bachata social dancing with The Rueda Rebel at Cafe de Ryde on Ryde Esplanade for £4 entry.
Classic Isle: Proms '26 brings the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra to Robin Hill in Newport for an open-air summer concert.
Sunday 12 July 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
The July Wildheart Animal Sanctuary yoga, sound bath and Reiki session from Your Sound Guide.
The Royal Isle of Wight County Show takes place at Northwood on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026.
Hampshire Police Male Voice Choir perform at 2pm during the Isle of Wight County Show at Northwood showground.
Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Risky Business on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.
Classic Isle: Night at the Movies brings John Williams and Hans Zimmer film music to Robin Hill with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.
Monday 13 July 2026
2 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
AJ Dance Inclusive Beginner Dance returns to Ryde on 13 July, offering a calm £8.50 Monday morning class for adults starting from scratch.
Tuesday 14 July 2026
5 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Sip and Paint in Whitwell turns to a wolf and moon blackout pastel piece on 14 July, with all materials supplied at The White Horse Inn for £35.
Tuesday fish-and-chip supper with daytime trains and extended evening steam through the Island countryside.
Tuesday evening fish and chip events at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through July and August 2026.
G4 bring their sell-out musical theatre tour to Shanklin Theatre with West End and Broadway showstoppers and four-part harmony.
Wednesday 15 July 2026
1 event
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Thursday 16 July 2026
1 event
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Friday 17 July 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
Day one of the 18+ Wytwoods music and wellness festival in the woods at Robin Hill, with camping available.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
Jim Davidson brings Last Man Standing... Just! to Medina Theatre in Newport, a 16+ comedy night with tickets listed at £30.
Dogmum premieres at Ventnor Fringe on 17 July, with Amy Ambrose bringing a late-night musical rom-com about a woman, her cockapoo and modern life.
Saturday 18 July 2026
10 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Day one of the 18+ Wytwoods music and wellness festival in the woods at Robin Hill, with camping available.
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
A real ale weekend with an extended evening train service at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on 18 and 19 July 2026.
Isle of Wight Pride returns to Ryde on Saturday 18 July 2026 with a parade, community village and entertainment.
Day two of Wytwoods at Robin Hill: stages, installations and late-night music in the woodland amphitheatre site.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
Dogmum returns to Ventnor Arts Club on 18 July for a second late-night Fringe performance from Amy Ambrose, built around romance, comedy and cockapoo Alfie.
Sunday 19 July 2026
11 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Day two of Wytwoods at Robin Hill: stages, installations and late-night music in the woodland amphitheatre site.
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
Dash and Splash returns to Shanklin seafront with a 5K low-tide run, finish-line sea dip and tickets listed at £15.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
A collaborative morning workshop at Carisbrooke Flower Farm pairing an aromatherapy blend and wellbeing mist session with hand-picking seasonal blooms for a bespoke bouquet, tea, cake and a wellbeing gift included.
A real ale weekend with an extended evening train service at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on 18 and 19 July 2026.
Locally made craft and gift stalls inside the Isle of Wight Bus and Coach Museum hangar in Ryde, with café open.
Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Wham 69 on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.
Sound bath in the arched interior of Bembridge Fort on Culver Down with views across the Solent.
Monday 20 July 2026
5 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday 21 July 2026
7 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday evening fish and chip events at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through July and August 2026.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
Wednesday 22 July 2026
7 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
The Piano Cafe's July quiz night brings teams of two to six back to Freshwater for a Wednesday evening fundraiser.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
Thursday 23 July 2026
9 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
Morning woodland retreat for new mothers at Haylands Farm with mindfulness, forest bathing and campfire brunch.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
The Apollo Theatre screens Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro from the Royal Opera House, conducted by Antonio Pappano.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
A long-running Status Quo tribute at Shanklin Theatre with live band and more than twenty chart hits from the denim years.
Friday 24 July 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
Saturday 25 July 2026
12 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
An Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra concert at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on Saturday 25 July 2026.
The UK’s leading classic yacht regatta returns to Cowes with five days of IRC racing and harbour-side social events.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
A free-entry school summer fair in Sandown with tombola, raffle, stalls, games, dance, sweet treats, tea and cakes, raising funds for an island charity.
Medina Community Choir performs Gospel Gold at St Mary's Church in Cowes before its Paris tour, with an award-winning choir in a summer Saturday setting.
Sandown Main Carnival returns on Saturday 25 July at 7pm, with floats, bands and costumes moving through town from Sandown Library.
A Lady Gaga tribute at Shanklin Theatre with Georgia Crandon, live band, dancers and the singer’s biggest hits.
70 Girls 70 brings Kander and Ebb's offbeat musical comedy to Apollo Theatre in Newport, with performances from 17 to 25 July 2026.
The Apollo Theatre in Newport screens The Rocky Horror Picture Show as an interactive evening where dressing up and props are part of the fun.
Sunday 26 July 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Ventnor Fringe returns from 17 to 26 July 2026 with performances and events across Ventnor.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
The Island Highland Gathering is in its 15th year at GG's in Newport on 26 July, with six pipe bands, Highland dancing, falconry, caber tossing, and Scottish food raising money for Aspire Ryde.
Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Mumma Mia on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.
Monday 27 July 2026
4 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday 28 July 2026
5 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday evening fish and chip events at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through July and August 2026.
Wednesday 29 July 2026
4 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Thursday 30 July 2026
5 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Stacy Green stars in a P!nk tribute at Shanklin Theatre with the Vertigo Band and the singer’s biggest arena anthems.
Friday 31 July 2026
7 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Wight Proms runs at Northwood House, Cowes, from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
A caller-led barn dance at Bembridge Village Hall with live band, BYO drinks and proceeds for Home-Start Isle of Wight.
Quantum Theatre brings Treasure Island to Ventnor Botanic Garden on Friday 31 July, with pirates, sea shanties, sword fights and outdoor family theatre.
Saturday 1 August 2026
8 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
Wight Proms runs at Northwood House, Cowes, from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
Cowes Week marks its bicentenary with racing from Saturday 1 to Friday 7 August 2026.
Chale Show takes place at Chale Recreation Ground on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August 2026.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
The Chale Show brings arena acts, horticulture, live music, a vintage fairground and traditional country show activity to Chale Recreation Ground.
Sunday 2 August 2026
9 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
Cowes Week marks its bicentenary with racing from Saturday 1 to Friday 7 August 2026.
Chale Show takes place at Chale Recreation Ground on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August 2026.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
The Chale Show brings arena acts, horticulture, live music, a vintage fairground and traditional country show activity to Chale Recreation Ground.
Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Hodge and Allen on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.
Wight Proms runs at Northwood House, Cowes, from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
Monday 3 August 2026
6 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
Wight Proms runs at Northwood House, Cowes, from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
Cowes Week marks its bicentenary with racing from Saturday 1 to Friday 7 August 2026.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday 4 August 2026
7 events
National Gallery masterpieces reproduced outdoors across Newport — free self-guided mile-long trail from 6 May–30 Oct 2026 (step-free route around town centre).
Scallywags Fun Club opens five weeks of summer holiday sessions at Oakfield in Ryde for ages 3 to 18, with HAF free places for eligible families.
Wight Proms runs at Northwood House, Cowes, from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
Cowes Week marks its bicentenary with racing from Saturday 1 to Friday 7 August 2026.
English Heritage Great British Summer activities run at Carisbrooke Castle from 18 July into early September 2026.
English Heritage's Great British Summer runs at Osborne House in East Cowes daily from 18 July to 6 September, with fairground activities, circus skills, puppet antics and a children's stamp passport trail.
Tuesday evening fish and chip events at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through July and August 2026.