Events and Festivals
Barbirolli International Oboe Festival
28 Mar 2009 - 4 Apr 2009
International oboe competition with a series of masterclasses and concerts open to the public, at the Erin Arts Centre, Port Erin.
Manx Art Exhibition
24 Jan 2009 - 2 May 2009
Sculptures and prints from the National Art Collection . Discover the diverse ways in which the Islands artists have responded to it's lanscape and culture. Manx Museum Tempory Exhibition Gallery. Open 10am to 5pm. Admission Free.
Annual Stamp & Postcard Fair
4 Apr 2009 - 4 Apr 2009
Annual Stamp & Postcard Fair to be held at the Sefton Hotel, Douglas from 10am until 5pm. Auction of stamps, postcards and covers will start at 2pm. There will be displays from member's collections. Admission: £2 for adults, 50p for children. (Includes a new issue postcard).
Manx Mountain Marathon
11 Apr 2009 - 11 Apr 2009
The Manx Mountain Marathon is a 31 mile fell race that takes competitors from Ramsey in the North of the Island to Port Erin in the South. The course is mostly on fells and country and visits all the major hill summits. The race is one of athletics ultimate challenges covering 31 miles of difficult, rugged terrain as it visits 11 of the Isle of Man's major peaks.
Manx Classic (Cars)
17 Apr 2009 - 19 Apr 2009
17th - Grandstand from 1400 to 1600 and 1800 to 2000, 18th - Sloc from 0900 to 1600 and 19th - Lhergy Frissel from 0900 to 1600. (Provisional). Hill climb (cars).
Isle Of Man Hockey Festival
1 May 2009 - 5 May 2009
The ethos of the festival is: to have fun, socialise and to provide hockey on a non-competitive basis. It is open to men, ladies and mixed players and teams of all standards, where teams can take part in as many or as few games as they wish, on grass and astro-turf.
Summer Walking Festival
17 May 2009 - 22 May 2009
The Isle of Man has some of the most varied landscape, from: austere moorland, lush valleys, wooded glens, sandy beaches and rugged cliffs. Through experienced guides, you can discover this Island and find out intriguing information including our fascinating mix of Celtic and Viking heritage. On your visit you also have the opportunities to sample some of the Island's arts, folklore and cuisine! There is also a full social prgoramme of evening entertainment! For booking forms please go to www.isleofmanwalking.com
Blackford Pre- TT Classic Motorcycle Races
29 May 2009 - 1 Jun 2009
Pre T.T. Classic Motorcycle Road Racing for solos and sidecars on the Billown Circuit Castletown.
T.T. Practice Week
30 May 2009 - 5 Jun 2009
Motorcycle practicing on the mountain circuit.
59 Club Reunion And Sidecar Gathering
4 Jun 2009 - 4 Jun 2009
The 59 Club 50th anniversary. All Welcome. A chance to meet old friends, plus sidecar meet.
Bride Church TT Teas
5 Jun 2009 - 12 Jun 2009
Afternoon teas and snacks available each afternoon in Bride Church Hall. 12 noon - 5pm
T.T. Race Day 1
6 Jun 2009 - 6 Jun 2009
Race 1 . Superbike TT . Race 2 . Sure Mobile Sidecar Race 1
Mad Sunday Vintage Show
7 Jun 2009 - 7 Jun 2009
Vintage tractors, barn engines, machinery bygones and threshing display, etc. At The Stonefield, Ballacregan, Port St Mary from 11am until 5pm. Admission £1 for adults, under 16's free.
Ramsey Motorcycle Sprint
7 Jun 2009 - 7 Jun 2009
The Sprint has been run since 1978 and is one of the biggest events outside the TT races. It regularly attracts crowds of 20,000 and above. The event has a tremendous atmosphere with the spectators watching the races whilst soaking up the sun. Course closed from 9am until 5pm. FREE entry and parking. A celebration of motorcycling which will include a host of biking activities, rallies, stunts, exhibitions, displays and activities to interest all age groups. Also trade stands and various other attractions including the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Rally in the Mooragh Park.
T.T. Race Day 2
8 Jun 2009 - 8 Jun 2009
Race 3 - Scottish Life International Superstock TT . Race 4 - Relentless Supersport Junior TT Race 1 .
T.T. Race Day 3
10 Jun 2009 - 10 Jun 2009
Race 5 - Relentless Supersport Junior TT Race 2. Race 6 - Sure Mobile Sidecar Race 2
TT Motorcycle Show
11 Jun 2009 - 11 Jun 2009
A free to enter motorcycle show to allow all motorcycling clubs, local and visiting motorcyclists to meet in one place and display their machines for all to see. Takes place on Laxey Promenade from 12 noon until 7pm.
TT Race Day 4 . Senior Race Day
12 Jun 2009 - 12 Jun 2009
Race 7 - Senior TT . T T XGP ( Manx Bank Holiday ).
Mananan International Festival Of Music And The Arts
20 Jun 2009 - 4 Jul 2009
Internationally acclaimed artsists perform over the course of 2 weeks in the annual Mananan Festival at the Erin Arts Centre, Port Erin.
Manx Model Flyers Meet
24 Jun 2009 - 8 Jul 2009
Gathering of model aircraft flyers for a club event on Jurby airfield. The event welcomes participants and spectators to compete and view the exciting aircraft competition. This event attracts a number of competitiors who enjoy the event and the socialising of the same interest.
Mannanan Model Boat Festival
27 Jun 2009 - 29 Jun 2009
27th - 10am Steering Competiton at Onchan Park. 28th - 10am Scale Competition (static and free sailing) at the Mooragh Park, Ramsey. 29th - 10am On the Water Scale Tug Towing Fun Competition at Silverdale.
Manx Heritage Flower Festival
5 Jul 2009 - 11 Jul 2009
Manx Heritage Flower Festival in various churches around the Island . The theme this year is All things Bright and Beautiful .
Rally Isle of Man
9 Jul 2009 - 11 Jul 2009
The Isle of Mans only premier international rally, which is part of both the British and Irish championship, covers 160 stage miles on closed public roads.
Mannin Art 60th Annual Exhibition
23 Jul 2009 - 9 Aug 2009
An open exhibition by the Mannin Art Group with annual miniature painting competition. 10am until 6.30pm daily, Sunday 2pm to 6pm at St Pauls Hall, Ramsey. Admission £1 including programme, children free.
Mannin Angling Club Festival
25 Jul 2009 - 31 Jul 2009
The event consists of 2 shore and 5 boat fishing competitions. Boat competitions are classed in two categories: private and charter. Our conservation on the competition is we catch, measure and release. It is highly competitive but the participants socialise and enjoy the festival a great deal. (Charter boats only). Takes place at Albert Pier, Port St Mary.
Manx Grand Prix Motorcycle Races
22 Aug 2009 - 4 Sep 2009
Motorcycle Racing on the T.T. Mountain circuit.
Manx National 2 Day Trial
22 Aug 2009 - 23 Aug 2009
Manx National Two Day Trial for solo and sidecar competitors. The event covers all areas of the Island over two days. The event caters for modern and older machinery. One of the biggest and best Trials in Europe with two full days of off road endeavour. Various venues.
End To End Mountain Bike Challenge
13 Sep 2009 - 13 Sep 2009
A mountain bike challenge from one end of a country to the other, taking in a variety of terrains and requiring different skills to complete the event. 75km in total. From the Point of Ayre to Cregneash and the Sound.
Isle Of Man Food And Drink Festival
26 Sep 2009 - 27 Sep 2009
Celebrating the pure Manx produce of the Isle of Man. The Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival will bring together local food and drink producers and consumers. Schedule of events to be announced. Various venues.
Made In Britain
28 Nov 2009 - 28 Nov 2009
Made in Britain celebrates the unforgettable and timeless classic hits from UK's foremost rock'n'roll stars: John Lennon, Cliff Richard and Billy Fury. At the Royal Hall, Villa Marina. Please telephone 694555 for bookings.
PTGH wish to thank Visit Isle of Man for their help in providing the above information. 30/01/09
