Events

TICKETS ON SALE NOW   Tapnell Farm Park is bringing festive cheer to families this December with ‘Christmas at Tapnell…A Magical Winter Woodland Village’ offering a barn full of hands-on activities, fe stive fun, and a special visit to meet Santa and Mrs Claus. Running on selected dates between 6 - 23 December, the Events Barn will be transformed into a quintessential winter woodland village, complete with twinkling lights, snow-dusted trees, cheeky characters, and a sleigh fit for Santa. Families can enjoy a 35-minute festive trail packed with activities, crafts and photo opportunities, before the highlight of the experience – a private family

From Saturday 18 to Friday 31 October, Tapnell Farm Park is welcoming families for an autumn programme brimming with seasonal fun, animal encounters, and a brand-new Halloween celebration.     BOO-MANIA - all included with Farm Park admission and the Summer Season Pass: Half Term Highlights (Daily, 18 – 31 October): • Pumpkin Pick ’n’ Mix (11am-3pm): A gourd-geous shop is filled with pumpkins of every shape and size, ready to be chosen, decorated, carved or proudly carried home for your doorstep display. • Pumpkin Carving & Decorating (11am-3pm): Creative stations for spooky or silly masterpieces, with all the tools provided (and none of the mess

Back for its third year of fabulous family fun, perfect picture prospects and autumn adventures – Westover Farm Pumpkins is opening again October 2025. Becoming Islanders’ favourite autumn tradition, the patch is open at weekends in October as well as half term. The pick-your-own pumpkin patch is set over 10 acres with over 20 varieties of pumpkins, squashes and gourds in various shapes, sizes and colours. Visitors can grab a wheelbarrow and explore the patch to find their perfect pumpkin(s)! With the beautiful West Wight countryside as its scenic backdrop, the pumpkin patch is a picturesque autumn outing. Along with the

Tapnell Farm Park is dialling up the fun this summer with an action-packed programme of daily animal encounters, all-weather adventures, and two showstopping weekly events – all included with Farm Park admission.     Here’s what you can enjoy at Tapnell Farm Park this summer: Find endless ways to keep your little adventurers entertained at Tapnell Farm Park with the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor fun for families, whatever the weather. When the skies turn grey, children can enjoy hours of excitement in the undercover Adventure Barn, featuring trampolines, pedal go-karts, and impressive Tower Slide. For younger visitors, the three-story Indoor Soft Play

The Island is always brimming with excitement when a carnival is taking place and this year will see the return of many favourites. Carnival season is not only popular for Islanders, but for visitors too! Below is a list of Isle of Wight carnivals due to take place in 2025. This list as a guide only, so do please check with the carnival you are wishing to attend prior to the procession taking place. Why not check Facebook, to see if a carnival has a dedicated page, which will announce up to date information. Information last updated on June 16th 2025 with

The Isle of Wight is set to come alive this May half term (24th – 31st May 2025) with a vibrant mix of family-friendly events, outdoor adventures, and cultural experiences. Whether you're a local or visiting, here's a curated guide to help you make the most of the holiday week.       Heritage & History   Fun and games at Osborne House Get ready for a fun-filled outdoor adventure at Osborne House with hands-on activities this May half term. Challenge your family and friends to giant Jenga, test your skills on the balance board or outsmart your opponent in a game of giant connect 4. Enjoy

  It’s time to don your wellies, splash on the glitter and enjoy a feast of musical favourites! The Isle of Wight Festival is steeped in history and famed for mixing iconic legendary artists with the hottest up and coming acts. Every year, around 55,000 festival-goers join together on the Island for one of the most anticipated events of the year. This year's Isle of Wight Festival is set to be the best line up yet with the much anticipated and biggest event of the Island's calendar about to take place.     There are a few essentials to bare in mind when preparing for

Step into the enchanting world of Alice’s Easter Wonderland at Tapnell Farm Park, from Monday – Friday, 7th – 11th and 14th – 18th April at 11am – 3.30pm, for an unforgettable, all-weather family experience. Don't be late for these very important dates!     Join Alice, the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts and more of your favourite Wonderland characters as they take you on a journey filled with magic, mischief, and endless fun.  Here’s what to expect… Mad Hatter’s Mayhem & Mischief Show –Prepare for hilarious antics, mind-blowing magic, and playful puppetry! Curious Croquet – A quirky twist on the classic game

Dramatic cliffs, beautiful coves, a stately home, a world-famous pop festival site… the Isle of Wight Festival of Running boasts an unparalleled location. This Festival has become one of the biggest sporting events on the Island and a favourite of runners from all over the South of England. Over a week, athletes of all levels can choose from circular cross-country routes, in the breath-taking west of the Island.     The programme includes: – Tapnell 10k – A scenic summer evening 10k from Freshwater village into the rural countryside and through the fields of our Festival sponsor Tapnell Farm, returning to Freshwater through National Trust and nature