Summer Fest at Blackgang Chine 🫧🎆
Looking for unmissable summer events on the Isle of Wight?
Join us every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays for Summer Fest at Blackgang Chine — an evening of family entertainment, music, foam, late-night rides and fireworks, all set in our magical clifftop park.
With extended opening until 10pm, Summer Fest turns a day at Blackgang Chine into an unforgettable day-to-night adventure, perfect for families living on or visiting the Isle of Wight this summer.
What is Summer Fest?
Summer Fest is our signature summer evening event, running every Wednesday during the school holidays.
Expect:
🤠 Day time entertainment in Cowboy Town
🎧 Live DJ bringing beats, vibes, and atmosphere
🫧 Famous foam party
🎉 Confetti and lights bringing the party to life
🎢 Late-night rides across the park
🎆 A spectacular firework finale
It’s one of the best family-friendly summer events on the Isle of Wight, combining imagination, adventure and after-dark excitement — all included with your park admission. But your ticket doesn't only give you access to all of this, it gives you a 7 day free return! Meaning you pay once, and visit as many times as you want, perfect for filling a family holiday week on the Island.
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Thrilling Rides, Day to Night
Make the most of your visit by enjoying everything Blackgang Chine has to offer — from daytime adventures to evening excitement.
Take on:
🌀 Extinction – our iconic clifftop thrill ride
🏴☠️ Jolly Robin - the swinging Pirate Ship
💧 Water Force - race down waterslides that won't get you wet!
🛢️ Pirate Barrels - get dizzy as you spin
⚓️ Shipwrecked - it's up, round, and down for great views
✨ The Lands of Imagination, perfect for younger explorers, and those with endless imagination.
Summer Fest gives you the rare chance to experience many of our attractions after dark, creating a totally different atmosphere.
Wild West Wednesdays are BACK!
Every Summer Fest Wednesday also features Wild West entertainment in Cowboy Town during the day.
Expect:
🤠 Action-packed live cowboy shows
🔫 Thrilling gunfights and storytelling
🌵 A buzzing Wild West atmosphere
When you’ve worked up an appetite, head to La Cantina, where you can enjoy:
🌭 Rollover hot dogs and burgers
🍦 Ice creams and sweet treats
🥤 Refreshing drinks for all ages
The perfect pit stop before the evening festivities begin.
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Summer Fest Timetable, Tickets, and Entry
From day to night, family fun takes flight:
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10am - Park opens
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11am - 3pm - Wild West Wednesday entertainment in Cowboy Town
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6:30pm – Live DJ kicks off the evening party
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Approx. 8:00pm – Foam cannons fire for our famous foam party
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Approx. 9:30pm – Firework finale lights up the night sky*
*Fireworks will take place once it is dark enough to ensure the best possible display. We will monitor the sunset and keep guests informed throughout the evening.
Tickets & Entry
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Summer Fest is included with general admission tickets
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Season Pass holders attend for free — no booking required
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General admission tickets include 7 days of unlimited free returns, meaning:
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Visit on a Summer Fest Wednesday
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Return on other days during your free return period
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This makes Summer Fest an ideal choice if you’re planning multiple days out during the Isle of Wight summer holidays.
Can’t Make a Summer Fest Wednesday?
No problem — Blackgang Chine is packed with family fun all summer long.
Even on non-event days, you can enjoy:
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Thrilling rides
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Interactive attractions
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Immersive themed lands
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A full day of imagination and adventure
Why Visit Summer Fest at Blackgang Chine?
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One of the top summer holiday events on the Isle of Wight
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Perfect for families, children and teens
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Day-to-night entertainment included with your ticket
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Jam-packed day of Wild West entertainment
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Fireworks, foam and late-night rides in a unique clifftop setting
Make This Summer One to Remember
Blackgang Chine’s Summer Fest is the ultimate summer night celebration. A magical mix of rides, music, laughter and fireworks that brings families together.
We can’t wait to welcome you for a summer evening you’ll never forget.
Summer Fest FAQs
It certainly is - your free return covers 7 days from the original visit date, so if a Summer Fest Wednesday falls in that 7 day period, then yes, you can come along and join the fun
Yes, Summer Fest is included in both our standard Season Pass, and our Summer Season Pass
Of course you can! We've even seen four-legged friends in the foam. Please be aware of the firework finale, and if your dog is sensitive to fireworks
Last admission is 8:30pm, but you'll have missed a good chunk of the fun by then, so we recommend getting to here much earlier
We've got a packed evening of fun (and that's after a packed day of Wild West fun!). Here are all the timings you need:
6:30pm - DJ Omar will take to the stage
8:00pm - Let's fire up the foam cannons
9:00pm - 9:30pm* - Eyes to the skies for the firework finale!
9:30pm - Rides Close
10pm - Time to say goodbye, the park will close
*Our firework time will vary throughout the events as we montior the sunsets, we'll keep you posted on the day of when they're likely to start
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