Isle of Wight Garlic Festival 2026

For all food lovers visiting the island, the Isle of Wight Garlic Festival is a must-visit summer event. Hailed as the Isle of Wight’s biggest and most popular food festival, it takes place every year in Arreton, on the outskirts of Newchurch, and is expected to return in August 2026 (dates TBC).The Garlic Festival first began in 1983 and has grown significantly each year, becoming a major highlight in the Isle of Wight events calendar. It is a fun, family-friendly festival that celebrates local food, produce, and island culture.Enjoy a wide variety of local food and drink stalls, live music, entertainment, and artisan producers from across the region.

As you would expect, almost everything at the festival is garlic themed, from garlic ice cream and garlic bread to garlic beer and unique culinary creations.The event offers a lively atmosphere, making it one of the best things to do on the Isle of Wight in summer, especially for foodies looking to experience something unique, local, and full of flavour.