Isle of Wight Festival 2024

Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Isle of Wight Festival 2024: The UK’s Original and Best Island Festival

Dating back to the swinging sixties, the Isle of Wight Festival puts on a show of rock-and-roll, popular music and folk for hundreds of thousands of festivalgoers each year. The Isle of Wight Festival is a four-day iconic island event, considered one of the 10 best rock festivals in Europe it features an amazing range of headline acts and up-and-coming artists. From Bob Dylan’s seminal gig in 1969 to main-stage performances by the likes of The Killers, David Guetta, Fleetwood Mac and The Who, the Isle of Wight festival line-up is sure to impress.

Although the festival did not run between 1971 and 2001, it is now back in full swing with the artist selection and festival schedule being created annually by John Giddings. The festival has won numerous awards and is known for being a family-friendly event which still manages to attract everyone from 8-80 years old! Children aged 12 and under go free and teen tickets are available for 13-17 year olds.

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Not only does the Isle of Wight festival promise an alluring roster of musical talent, it also plays host to film, comedy, theatre, poetry and circus events. This ensures that even those with the world’s shortest attention spans couldn’t possibly be bored!

Dip into downward dog at Disco Yoga, take part in some friendly competitions to win peculiar prizes, challenge your friends to a dance-off or simply pig-out on some delicious dining at the numerous food outlets around the event.

Isle of Wight 2024 Lineup

Previ0us years have had some massive headliners. Including Lewis Capaldi and Lionel Riche along with Nile Rodgers & Chic. Pete Tong, Kasabian, Rudimental and Muse. 

What for the 2024 lineup to be announcement soon.

Where to view the Isle of Wight Festival

The Isle of Wight Festival is located in the centre of the island near to Newport. The festival features a range of stages and areas from the Main Stage and Big Top to the Hard Rock Stage which introduces new music.

The festival features an app with detailed information about schedules, stages, facilities and safety so you can plan your own event at your leisure.

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How to get around

The only way to reach the Isle of Wight from England is by ferry which can take both car and foot passengers. Ferries can be taken from Portsmouth, Southampton, Lymington and Southsea each of which can be accessed by bus or train.

Foot passengers often receive a reduced rate fare if booked for the festival. If arriving by car it is best to ensure you have a full vehicle to cut costs.

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Where to stay on the Isle of Wight

There are a number of on-site accommodation options at the festival from simple General Camping to glamping, caravan spots and boutique tipis so there’s something for everyone.

If any sort of camping (no matter how luxurious) is roughing it too much for you, you can stay at local accommodation during the festival. With a great range of hotels, guesthouses and self-catering cottages and apartments available all over the island (and decent transport links to the festival) you’ll be able to find your home-away-from-home for a few days. Be sure to book up in advance though as the island gets busy during the festival!

Take a look at the map below to find hotels and rental apartments that are conveniently located on the Isle of Wight. 

Things to do at the Isle of Wight Festival 

There is so much to do at the festival that this section is simply too small. However, for a taster of some of the crazy activities on offer take a sneak peek at the areas section of the festival website.

From fairground rides and circus acts to craft workshops, yoga, silent discos, poetry readings. Plus of course, the main stage performances, you’re sure to find something to take your fancy.

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Isle of Wight Festival 2024 Dates

The next festival will take place between June 20-23, 2024.