Isle of Wight Events & Things to Do

The Island's events at your fingertips

Discover what's happening on the Isle of Wight with WightExplorer, the easy way to find local events and plan things to do across the island.

105 events live on the Island right now

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Free, no account needed. iOS 15.1+ and Android 7.0+.

Every listing checked by Islanders, not scraped
Save events to your personal itinerary
Plan your next weekend with ease
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WightExplorer home screen listing events near Newport

WightExplorer event detail screen for Isle of Wight Festival 2027

Frequently asked questions

What is WightExplorer?

WightExplorer is a free app for finding gigs, festivals, activities and attractions on the Isle of Wight, and seeing what's on across the island.

Is WightExplorer free to use?

Yes. WightExplorer is free to download and use, and no account is needed to browse events.

What devices does WightExplorer work on?

WightExplorer is available for iOS 15.1 and above, and Android 7.0 and above.

Are the events on WightExplorer scraped from other websites?

No. Every event listed on WightExplorer is checked by people living on the Isle of Wight, not scraped from the web, so the island's what's-on information stays accurate and up to date.

How do I list my Isle of Wight event on WightExplorer?

Event organisers on the Isle of Wight can submit their event for free via the WightExplorer website, or pay for a promoted package to give it more visibility.