Things to do on the Isle of Wight in June

As June dawns upon the Isle of Wight, a sense of anticipation fills the air, heralding the arrival of summer in all its glory.

Discover why jubilant June is the perfect time to visit this enchanting island paradise. From sun-drenched beaches and vibrant festivals to lush countryside and captivating history, the Isle of Wight offers an unforgettable summer escape. Join us as we delve into the myriad reasons why June is the ideal month to explore the beauty and charm of this coastal gem in the heart of the British Isles.

Make time to visit the Isle of Wight’s only outdoor Aqua Park this June. There are more than 20 bouncy obstacles to tackle, including giant free-fall slides, and it’s much quieter outside the main school summer holidays.  Great fun for confident swimmers over the age of seven, it’s an epic challenge to tackle as a family. In June you can save on your experience too. Each session is usually £22 per person when booked online in advance, but in June you can benefit from 25% discount!

Set within Tapnell Farm Park, there’s loads to do once you dry off including a farmyard attraction, archery, axe throwing and a football golf course.

Celebrate the newest member of the Island’s Mermaid family by visiting the Isle of Wight Distillery. We are, of course, talking about the smooth Mermaid Spiced Rum which launched last year.

At the Mermaid Bar you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails or a tasting board of Island spirits and lunch on the sunny terrace. The latest tipple is a blend of Caribbean rums, infused on the Isle of Wight with local fruits and spices. Overlooking beautiful countryside, you can watch the stills in action and talk to those behind the world-famous spirits.

Always the first major music fest in the summer calendar, the Isle of Wight Festival returns on 20-23 June 2024. Attracting the biggest names in rock and pop including The Prodigy, Pet Shop Boys and Green Day this year, it’s four days of great music, arts and culture not to be missed! Beyond the main stage, there will be a number of alternative areas offering varied entertainment – from a dedicated ‘Kidzone’ for youngsters, to the rather more adult ‘Cirque du Quirk’. So, if you want to give your ears a bit of a break, but don’t want the fun to stop, the IOW festival has you covered.

It also marks the start of a season of incredible events – so fear not! If you don’t make it to this festival, there are plenty of other things happening, just check out our handy Explorer tool.

The Isle of Wight Festival of Running takes place in June too (2-9 June in 2024), and it’s a tad different to the music festival! You can expect the best scenery on your travels; dramatic cliffs, beautiful coves, downs and a stately home.

It features the Needles Half Marathon, a children’s fun run, the Freshwater 5K, the 5k Duver Dash and the Junior Duver Dash plus a range of evening social runs and running related activities.

Enjoying more hours of sunshine than the national average, the Isle of Wight benefits from a unique microclimate that is perfect for plants and makes for gorgeous gardens. Marvel at the Mediterranean planting at Mottistone Garden or sub-tropical Ventnor Botanic Garden.

June’s also the perfect time to spend a day on the beach making new memories. Check out our beach guide to pick the best one for you. Much of our delicious food can thank the sunshine, too. Tuck in to fresh asparagus and juicy tomatoes to celebrate British Tomato Fortnight (ends 9 Jun 2024!) this month for a real taste of summer.

Visiting at a different time of year? Find out what else you can do during your time on the Isle of Wight on our Things to Do web pages.