Annual Social Events

There are many events in the Channel Islands that allow residents and visitors to socialise and participant with the culture.

Jersey Festival of Motoring– The Rubis Jersey International Motoring Festival is the largest yearly motoring event in the Channel Islands which take places between 1st– 4th June 2017, it includes competitive sprint and hill climbs for classic and vintage cars and motorcycles.

Alderney week– Alderney Week is the Channel Islands biggest carnival and community festival of the year which is taking place on 5th-12th August 2017, this carnival is entertaining for all ages by having loads of live music, huge entertainment for the kids, parties and wild events for the whole family to enjoy.

Battle of flowers– The Jersey Battle of Flowers has become one of the largest floral carnivals in Europe which take place of the 10th and 11th August 2017.

The West Show- This event takes place on 16th and 17th August, celebrating over 100 years of agricultural and horticultural tradition Channel Islands locals always get involved with this event through the different competitions, evening entertainment, local costumes and fairground rides.

International Air Display– the Jersey skies enjoy the annual air display on the 14th September 2017, attracting thousands of local residents and visitors to enjoy the most breath-taking event of the year.

CAMRA Jersey Beer and Cider Festival- This yearly festival is the most entertaining event for all adults with at least 90 different ales, a large range of ciders, perries and foreign beers and lagers. There is also food and entertainment from live bands throughout the event.

Channel Islands Festival of Food and Drink– all foodies will adore this massive gourmet event which is held every May featuring celebrity chefs, tasting and demonstrations of amazing foods.

La Fete de Musique de Ville- Held at the end of July in Guernsey, this week-long carnival presents street performers, live music and fun activities for all the family.

Fete de Noue– December’s Fete de Noue is part of the Christmas season in Jersey. Beginning December with a lantern and floral parade and street entertainment, street musicians, carol concerts, brass bands, traditional markets, and al-fresco food stalls.

Rock the Rock– this event is all about raising the roof whilst raising money for charity; rock the rock is in aid of those who need it by getting the whole community involved to enjoy the rocking entertainment.