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What's on in Blackgang

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Blackgang.

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Workshops & Classes

Around £8

Unisex Stretch Class - Ryde

PRICES TRIAL CLASS - £8 pre-booked DROP-IN CLASS - £12 with card (no need to book) MONTHLY COURSE OF FOUR CLASSES - £32 pre-booked (works out £8 a class)

Tue 28 Jul13:30Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Community

Around £8

Unisex Stretch - Ryde

PRICES TRIAL CLASS - £8 pre-booked DROP-IN CLASS - £12 with card (no need to book) MONTHLY COURSE OF FOUR CLASSES - £32 pre-booked (works out £8 a class)

Tue 28 Jul13:30Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Workshops & Classes

Around £12

BCD Class - Newport

TRIAL CLASS - Free

Tue 28 Jul20:45Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Dance

Around £12

Burlesque Chair Dance - Newport

DROP-IN CLASS - £12 on arrival (card only)

Tue 28 Jul20:45Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Workshops & Classes

Around £12

BCD Class - Shanklin

TRIAL CLASS - Free

Wed 29 Jul20:00Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Dance

Around £12

Burlesque Chair Dance - Shanklin

DROP-IN CLASS - £12 on arrival (card only)

Wed 29 Jul20:00Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Workshops & Classes

Around £12

BCD Class - Ventnor

TRIAL CLASS - Free

Thu 30 Jul10:00Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Community

Around £8

Unisex Stretch - Ventnor

PRICES TRIAL CLASS - £8 pre-booked DROP-IN CLASS - £12 with card (no need to book) MONTHLY COURSE OF THREE CLASSES - £24 pre-booked (works out £8 a class)

Thu 30 Jul10:00Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Workshops & Classes

Around £8

Unisex Stretch Class - Ventnor

PRICES TRIAL CLASS - £8 pre-booked DROP-IN CLASS - £12 with card (no need to book) MONTHLY COURSE OF THREE CLASSES - £24 pre-booked (works out £8 a class)

Thu 30 Jul11:15Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

DanceWorkshops & Classes

Around £12

Aphroditease Dance - Ventnor

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Thu 30 Jul11:15Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor(3.7mi)

via Burlesque Chair Dance with Coco Monroe - Ventnor

Community

Bonita

Bonita trained at The London Studio Centre gaining her Dance Performers Diploma and BA Hons Degree in Performing Arts and Musical Theatre. She soon began her professional career in the original cast of the Olivier nominated West End hit show The Rat Pack Live from Vegas.

Fri 31 JulSorties(4.8mi)

via SortiesLocal gem

Community

Bonita

Fri 7 AugSorties(4.8mi)

via SortiesLocal gem

Live Music

Alex Stassi

Alex Stassi is a seasoned musician and vocalist with over 25 years of live performance experience. While his passion lies in Soul, R&B, and Reggae, his extensive repertoire spans a wide variety of styles and genres, appealing to audiences of all ages.

Sat 8 Aug22:00Sorties(4.8mi)

via SortiesLocal gem

Community

Busy

Busy is happening at Wroxall Community Centre. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sun 9 Aug12:00Wroxall Community Centre(4.5mi)

via Wroxall Community Centre

Community

Shorwell Women’s Insitute

Shorwell Women’s Insitute Second Monday every month, except August, starting at 7.30 pm. New members welcome.

Mon 10 Aug20:30Shorwell Village Hall(4.2mi)

via Shorwell Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

CharDay

Sortie Grill & Bar was created to bring together great food, live music, and warm hospitality in the heart of Hornchurch.

Fri 14 AugSorties(4.8mi)

via SortiesLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Women’s Skate Retreat 2026

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when women come together in nature, away from the noise of everyday life, under open skies, surrounded by creativity, movement, and community. This August, we’re inviting you to experience exactly that at the Women’s Skate Retreat 2026 on the breathtaking Isle of Wight. Nestled within a peaceful wooded glade at Camp Corve, this immersive weekend retreat is more than just a skate event, it’s a chance to reconnect with yourself, build confidence, and become part of an uplifting community of women who share the same passion for skateboarding, adventure, and self-expression. Whether you’re stepping onto a board for the very first time or looking to level up your skills, you’ll be supported every step of the way in an encouraging, judgement-free environment designed to help you grow both on and off the skateboard. Imagine waking to birdsong and fresh air, spending your days learning new tricks, laughing with new friends, and pushing beyond your comfort zone. As the sun sets, the retreat slows into something softer – campfires glowing beneath the trees, nourishing shared meals, creative workshops, deep conversations, yoga sessions, and healing practices designed to leave you feeling grounded, restored, and inspired. This retreat is about freedom. About empowerment.

Fri 14 Aug16:00Canopy Skatepark(2.4mi)

via Canopy Skatepark

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Venues with events near Blackgang

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Canopy Skatepark2.4 miles away

More about Blackgang

Isle of Wight, England

Blackgang is in Isle of Wight, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as St Catherine's Down and Knowles Farm, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Blackgang events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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