By Isle of Wight Observer
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of family fun, funky vibes, and camping cool at Wight Buggin’ 2025 – the Isle of Wight’s favourite VW and camping festival, set in the breath-taking surroundings of Retro Staycations glamping retreat and camp-site, in Ryde.
Returning for the fourth year, the event takes place from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September. Whether you’re a VW enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a chilled-out family getaway, Wight Buggin’ has something for everyone.
Kick things off in style on Friday, at the Back2Skool Throwback Disco. Expect nothing but ’90s and ’00s dance-floor classics inside a massive Club Tropicana-themed marquee. Fancy dress encouraged – bring the retro heat!
On Saturday, enjoy a full day of live bands, including an extended headline set from Reggae/Ska favourites, The Ohmz! When the live music winds down, the party keeps going with Hush Silent Disco.
Sunday provides an opportunity to relax and unwind. Enjoy a delicious beverage from the full bar, courtesy of Island Ales. Savour a mouth-watering hot or cold treat from one of the local food trucks, and browse the Vendor Village full of unique stalls and auto-jumble treasures.
Incredible value – only £45 for 3 nights of camping! That’s your pitch, access to all entertainment, facilities and a whole weekend of memories. Everybody’s welcome whether you have a camper-van, caravan or tent. Non-VW camping is available too!
A range of tickets, including daytime and opening-night party entry, can be purchased on-line or on the gate: jackupevents.co.uk/whats-on/wight-buggin/
Gates open, at 11am on Saturday, for day ticket admission, only £12 for a car/van and up to 5 people. Free parking available on-site plus pick-up/drop-off area. Dogs welcome.