Grab your hot cross buns… hide those chocolate eggs… make some memories this Easter on the Isle of Wight. The Easter bunny isn’t the only one who is busy this time of year. The Isle of Wight welcomes you to join some very special events during the bank holidays and school break. We hope that the sunshine can join us too!
Join Sandown Carnival on Saturday 19th April 2025 as they light up the sky with a cracking firework display, launched from the end of Sandown Pier at 8.30pm! Want a great spot to egg-sperience the display? Head to Sandown Esplanade and be in the front row of the display!
Entry is free, but donations are of course gratefully appreciated and enable them to put on events like this for free.
Rescheduled from New Year’s Day.
Step into the magical world of Alice’s Easter Wonderland at Tapnell Farm Park!
This Easter, they are bringing the whimsical world of Wonderland to life with an unforgettable, all-weather family experience!
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 you can look forward to:
- 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 with the Queen of Hearts!
- Pottery Painting – Let your creativity flow with Easter-themed pottery to take home (small additional fee).
- Potion-Making Workshops – Create your own magical concoction with Alice (small additional fee).
- Grin & Groove with the Cheshire Cat – Enjoy a musical atmosphere of playful tunes.
- Mad Hatter’s ‘T’ Party – The Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, and White Rabbit come together for a celebration filled with games, giggles, and plenty of surprises!
Plus, they are excited to welcome back AJ as the Mad Hatter – he was a fan favourite last summer during our Moo Mania events and we can’t wait to see him bring the madness again!
Monday 7th – Friday 11th April & Monday 14th – Friday 18th April, 11am – 3:30pm
Tapnell Farm Park – Events Barn
Discover more on their website here.
The Big Brick Build at Osborne | 12th – 21st April
Get creative with our master builders and help bring heritage to life with LEGO® bricks.
Step into royal history and join us to recreate Osborne’s charming Swiss Cottage in brick form. Once you’ve worked your magic, watch as our expert builders combine all the pieces to bring the grand design to life ready for a royal adventure.
Book early and save 15%.
The Big Brick Build at Osborne | English Heritage
Easter Adventure Quest at Carisbrooke Castle | 5th – 27th April
Join English Heritage for an adventure quest at Carisbrooke Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!
You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.
Book early and save 15%.
Easter Adventure Quest at Carisbrooke Castle | English Heritage
Wild Easter Eggventure at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Wildheart AnimalSanctuary have an eggs-citing range of activities and events taking place throughout the Easter Holiday, from Saturday 5th to Monday 21st April, 10am to 5pm. Earn yourself a sweet treat by completing the Wild Easter Eggventure trail, visit their henna artist to get your own temporary body art*, or come and meet their Sanctuary’s very own Easter bunnies, Harper and Smokey!
While you’re there, don’t forget to listen to the daily Animal Talks and learn more about the rescued animals. There’s lots more going on at the Sanctuary too, and they are open every day from 10am to 5pm during the Easter Holiday!
*Henna art on selected dates only. Additional charges apply.
Find out more here.
The Great Railway Egg Hunt
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is hosting ‘The Great Railway Easter Hunt’ from Sunday April 6th to Monday April 21st 2025. This family-friendly event invites visitors to embark on a treasure hunt across the railway’s Havenstreet station, solving clues to find hidden giant eggs and earn chocolate rewards.
If you are visiting us over the Easter weekend, help your little ones to make their own Easter bonnet before your visit ready for judging in our parade at 13:30.
Top off your day with a springtime ride through the Island’s picturesque countryside. Look out of the windows to see ancient woodlands, rolling fields of green, pretty bluebells and more. It is the perfect Easter treat.
To book tickets and find out more information click here.
A Cracking Egg Hunt
This Easter Half-Term, join Monkey Haven for some egg-citing fun and help support the New World Monkey Appeal!
Your support will help them build a new home for primates affected by the upcoming primate bill.
Here’s what’s happening:
- Easter Egg Trail
- Stamper Trail
- Tasty Treats in Xhabu’s Tearoom
- Award-Winning Animal Talks
- Two play areas
- Gift shop
Plus, on the 11th, 12th & 13th of April…
- Tombola Fun – Come & try your luck!
- Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos
- All proceeds go directly to their appeal!
- Free parking
- 7 day free return
- Get an eggcellent discount by booking online!
Find out more information click here.
Easter at Blackgang Chine
The wait is over – Blackgang Chine is back for another season of adventure! Step into a world of imagination and excitement this Easter at Blackgang Chine.
- New for 2025: Take a swing aboard The Jolly Robin! Fly through the skies and enjoy the stunning views of the park and coastline.
- Explore the many Lands of Imagination – from outwitting outlaws in Cowboy Town to discovering the magic of Fairyland, and so much more!
- Walk on water at The Blackgang Beach
- Feel the rush on Extinction and Waterforce
- Tasty treats & snacks available throughout the park
Plus, don’t forget all their standard park tickets come with up to 7 days of unlimited FREE returns.
Book your tickets online now and let the adventure begin here.
ISLANDWIDE EVENTS HAPPENING THIS SPRING
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