Fun Events for August Bank Holiday

The Into the Wild festival, a celebration of nature and wellbeing, is set to mark its 10th anniversary from August 23-26. Attendees can purchase weekend tickets priced at £160 for adults, £75 for youth, and £399 for families, with free entry for children under five. More details can be found at intothewildgathering.com. In Dartmouth, the Family Fun Weekend will launch a week-long celebration coinciding with the Dartmouth Regatta. The festivities will commence with an opening ceremony at the Victorian bandstand in Royal Avenue Gardens at 10:30 AM on August 24. This event is free to the public, and further information is available at dartmouthregatta.co.uk. Art enthusiasts on the Isle of Wight can explore the first weekend of the open studios program during the August bank holiday. Artists will host pop-up exhibitions and welcome visitors into their creative spaces. Additionally, August 24 will feature a children’s day at Ryde Carnival, complete with activities and a parade, while the main carnival event is scheduled for the following weekend. International Beatleweek will celebrate the iconic band in Liverpool, featuring 70 bands from around the globe. Highlights include a Beatles convention at the Adelphi Hotel on Sunday, showcasing films, guest speakers, and a memorabilia market, followed by a street festival on Monday. Meanwhile, the Ramsgate Festival of Sound will offer a diverse program of music and performances, alongside a free family day in Ellington Park. Food lovers can indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the Bury St Edmunds event from August 25-26, with additional wellbeing activities available at the Between the Tides Festival on August 24-25.