What's On
With over 100 events taking place on our shores every year, you are never short of adventure.
Visit Isle of Man is pleased to bring you our 2026 events calendar. Our extraordinary UNESCO Biosphere Island is putting on a packed programme of sporting, cultural, railway, food and drink, family, heritage, and motorsport events for visitors this year.
Number of results: 68
, currently showing 21 to 40.
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- 29 Nov 2026-21 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
Our hardworking elves have been busy creating a festive wonderland filled with Christmas magic. Step into Santa's pine-scented workshop, meet the man himself, and make unforgettable memories with your little ones this festive season.
Address
The Roundhouse, Strang Corner Field, Ballaoates Road, Braddan, IOM, IM2 4AYTelephone
01624 852808Dates
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- 2 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Taking inspiration from the Manx National Heritage collections, you'll learn how to make your own traditional Manx Log Cabin patchwork square. This style of patchwork has been made on the Isle of Man since the early 19th century and was…
Address
1 Market Square, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1ABTelephone
+441624648070Dates
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- 3 Dec 2026-4 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
Manannan's Winterfest returns to the Gaiety Theatre in a unique concert celebrating Manx Christmas traditions through a collaboration of the Island's finest exponents of classical, folk, brass and choral music, with a sprinkle of local humour and…
Address
Isle of Man, Gaiety Theatre, Harris Prom, Douglas, Douglas, IM1 2HPTelephone
+447624432874Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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- 6 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Step back in time and celebrate Christmas the Victorian way! Explore the sights, sounds, and smells of a traditional Victorian festive season.
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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- 6 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Step back in time and meet a traditional Father Christmas dressed in green, set in a charming Victorian setting. Each child will receive a special gift complete with a personalised gift tag, making the experience truly memorable for just £10 per…
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- 5 Dec 2026-31 Jan 2027Open 09:30 - 16:30
Book your tickets to be amongst the first to see the sixty second 'Wildlife Photographer of the Year' exhibition as this prestigious show returns to the Isle of Man with a brand new set of images capturing the breath-taking diversity of the natural…
Address
House Of Manannan, Douglas, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TATelephone
+441624648070Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 14:30
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
This fun and festive workshop begins with children decorating delicious homemade biscuits and crafting Christmassy keepsakes. Then the excitement will build as we welcome a very special visitor... Father Christmas himself!
Address
Juliette's, 7 a Michael Street, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1HATelephone
07624 427108Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026-6 Dec 2026
Step back in time and celebrate Christmas the Victorian way! Explore the sights, sounds, and smells of a traditional Victorian festive season.
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 14:30
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
This fun and festive workshop begins with children decorating delicious homemade biscuits and crafting Christmassy keepsakes. Then the excitement will build as we welcome a very special visitor... Father Christmas himself!
Address
Juliette's, 7a Michael Street, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1HATelephone
07624427108Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026-31 Jan 2027Open 09:30 - 16:30
Experience the world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the House of Manannan, On loan from London's Natural History Museum.
Address
House of Manannan, Mill Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TATelephone
01624 648000Dates
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- 10 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
The D-Day Darlings, proudly present their brand-new stage
spectacular, Victorious, fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby.
This uplifting show takes audiences on a nostalgic journey through the
defining sounds of the 20th century, from the…Address
Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HPTelephone
+353 (1) 646 8600Dates
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 19:30
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- 18 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 19:30
The Railway lights up Laxey with its illuminated trains along a magical Christmas line
Address
The Great Laxey Mine Railway, Valley Gardens, Laxey, Isle of Man, IM4 7QPTelephone
+447624476394Dates
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- 12 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 12 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
You'll sew colourful threads through a pre-punched wooden Rudolph shape to create your own festive design. Once you've finished stitching, add a ribbon loop so your decoration is ready to hang on the Christmas tree.
Address
House Of Manannan, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TATelephone
+441624648070Dates
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- 12 Dec 2026-20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Add to the festive magic and make it a full family day out by catching the tram from Derby Castle, Douglas, straight to Christmas fun.
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- 12 Dec 2026-20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Climb aboard our ever-popular Santa Trains and set off on a heart-warming festive adventure the whole family will treasure!
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- 13 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Join Ryder and the PAW Patrol pups as they head on a prehistoric adventure filled with dinosaurs, excitement and plenty of pup-powered fun. When the pups encounter a world of dinosaurs, they must use their special skills and teamwork to help their…
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- 19 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Join Dr Rachel Crellin, Associate Professor of Archaeology at the University of Leicester, for a fascinating look at one of the most remarkable Bronze Age discoveries made on the Isle of Man.
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- 20 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
When eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind while his family fly to Paris for Christmas, he quickly discovers that having the house to himself is both exciting and challenging. But when two bungling burglars target his home,…
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- 22 Dec 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
You will be guided through the decoration of a really special cake that will make a superb centrepiece to any Christmas table. Absolutely no experience necessary, but what you create will not give that secret away!
Address
Juliette's, 7 a Michael Street, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1HATelephone
07624 427108Dates
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- 26 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 15:30
After the sparkle and bustle of Christmas Day, slow things down and treat the whole family to a wonderfully relaxing tradition aboard our Boxing Day Mince Pie Trains.
