Saturday 16th February – Friday
28th March Winter Warmers
New season cuisine at extraordinary value. Over half of the islands
restaurants will be participating withspecial set priced menus, showing
off the best of their culinary skills.
Thursday 27th – Sunday 30th
March World 2008 Kempo Karate Championship
Over 1000 Karate experts and competitors from around the world gather
to compete within the World Championships.
Saturday 29th – Sunday 30th March
Spring Flower Show
The Royal Jersey Agricultural and Horticultural Society invite you
to their springtime show, featuring displays, demonstrations and competitions.
Friday 2nd – Sunday 4th May
Jersey Open Petanque Competition
Join in the fun and test your skill at the Jersey Open Petanque Competition.
Friday 2nd – Monday 5th May
Jersey MG Owners Club Spring Rally
Every year more and more visiting cars attend this prestigious rally,
set against the beautiful backdrop of Jersey. Several motoring activities
are planned for this exciting annual event. An absolute must for any
car-enthusiast.
Friday 9th – Sunday 11th May
Liberation Festival
Join islanders to celebrate the liberation from Occupying Forces during
World War II. A variety of activities and events are planned including
heritage trails and access to WWII bunkers not normally open to the
public. ‘Liberation Day’ falls on Friday 9th May when
there will be a commemorative service and islanders will celebrate
freedom, reconciliation and prosperity with an afternoon tea dance
and food fair.
Saturday 17th May Gorey Fête
de la Mer
Set in the shadow of the magnificent Mont Orgueil Castle, Gorey is
the place to head for an array of traditional sea food, al fresco
dining and entertainment, along Gorey Pier.
Saturday 17th May – Saturday
24th May Spring Walking
Week
Discover an island heritage and explore Jersey’s natural beauty
in a series of free guided walks designed for you whatever your age
and experience.
Sunday 18th – Sunday 25th May
World Jersey Cattle Bureau Conference
Fascinated by the Jersey Cow and the Island’s rich farming history?
Meet the global members of the World Jersey Cattle Bureau and accompany
them on all or part of their conference. Learn all about the heritage
and development of this famous breed, through a series of farm visits,
tours and formal conference sessions.
Saturday 24th – Monday 26th May
Foire de Jersey
Jersey’s traditional country fayre combines with the Jersey
Rose and Flower Show and Island Spring Cattle Show to promise a full
entertainment programme for all the family. Activities include cattle
shows, a craft show, ring-events, food tasting, traditional country
games and floral displays, demonstrations and competitions.
Thursday 29th May – Sunday 1st
June Secrets and Spies
Mont Orgueil Castle has protected the Island from invasion since the
13th century and been privy to secrets and spies throughout the ages.
Investigate codes, secret clues and espionage with re-enactors from
the UK and Jersey to entertain and tell the stories of spies and soldiers
during the Napoleonic War.
Friday 6th – Sunday 8th June
Jersey Festival of Motoring
Sprints, hill climbs, treasure hunts, cavalcades and static displays
give participants and spectators the opportunity to come together
in an extravaganza of motoring from yesteryear.
Sunday 15th June Dawn Chorus
Enjoy a concert in the east overlooking the sea as the sun rises then
join your guide on an early morning walk listening to the birdsong.
Friday 20th June Solstice Celebration
Join Islanders on a procession to the sea and see the wicker man burn
on the beach as part of the solstice celebration.
Saturday 21st June Itex Walk
Covering a total distance of 48.1 miles this annual event attracts
both local and visiting walkers, raising funds for Jersey charities.
Walkers can expect to complete the course in anything between 12 to
21 hours.
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd June
Samarès Summer Festival and Jersey Rose Show
Join Samarès Manor and The Jersey Rosarians for this summer
festival and spectacle of colour and fragrance in the beautiful grounds
of the Manor, featuring displays, demonstrations, horticultural trade
stands and traditional crafts.
Friday 27th June Sunset Concert
Bring a picnic and a bottle of champagne and enjoy an evening concert
al fresco at the magical Dolmen de Grantez as you watch the sun set
over St Ouen’s Bay.
Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th July
Out of the Blue Maritime Festival
Come along and enjoy a spectacular Maritime extravaganza around St
Helier harbour. Enjoy street theatre and an al fresco food fair, boat
trips and sea shanties. Visiting Norman traders from nearby France
will also be selling Soup de Poisson, Crepes, Calvados and other 'fruits
of the sea'.
Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th July
West Show
This bi-annual country show takes place in the country Parish of St
Peter and features rural exhibits, traditional craft stalls, demonstrations
and food tastings associated with a traditional country 'fayre' as
well as introducing visitors to the island's most famous residents
- the beautiful Jersey Cow.
Thursday 24th – Sunday 27th July
Romans and Gauls
Professional reenactors recreating the lives of the Roman and Early
Britons will transform the tranquil site of La Hougue Bie into a hive
of activity as Legionnaires display their hand-to-hand fighting skills,
while camp followers and the indigenous people illustrate the more
sedate activities of calligraphy and mosaic making.
Thursday 14th – Friday 15th August
Battle of Flowers Carnival
Undoubtedly one of the most spectacular carnivals in Europe. Enjoy
the spectacle of flower festooned floats, musicians, dancers and entertainers
providing a tremendous atmosphere for one of the highlights in our
summer events calendar.
Thursday 21st August Gorey Fête
Set in the picturesque harbour of Gorey, enjoy fun for all the family,
including beach events, Crown and Anchor and the famous yard of ale
and spaghetti eating competitions. Sample Al Fresco eating all day.
Saturday 23rd – Monday 25th August
Treasure Island
A family event based on the classic children's adventure - set in
the days of sailing ships and pirates - Treasure Island tells of the
adventures of Jim Hawkins and his search for the buried treasure of
the notorious pirate Captain Flint.
Saturday 30th – Sunday 31st August
Jersey Live Music Festival
Expect to see a full line up of cutting edge International and UK
Acts at the biggest little ‘Indie rock’ festival in the
British Isles
Friday 5th – Sunday 7th September
Jersey Regatta
The island’s ‘Flagship’ sailing event celebrates
its 10th year and welcomes visiting yachts from the UK, Channel Islands
and France. St Aubin’s Bay is the dedicated sailing area and
will offer a full programme of races for dinghies, beach catamarans,
sports boats and racer/cruising yachts.
Thursday 11th September International
Air Display
The skies above Jersey come alive to the sights and sounds of arguably
one of the largest free air displays in Europe.
Saturday 13th – Saturday 20th
September Autumn Walking Week
Experience the wonderful autumnal colours of Jersey and join in a
full free programme of unique countryside, coastal and history walks
with some of the Island’s most experienced guides. Highlight
of the week includes the ‘Around Island Walk’.
Sunday 14th September Canine ‘Come
Dancing’ Tournament
Participants and supporters from across Europe return to Jersey for
a number of canine competitions and displays throughout the day.
Saturday 20th September Fête
des Dolmens
Island wide tour of archaeological sites. Hop on the special dolmen
bus and take a trip back 6,000 years to visit the Island’s ancient
ritual sites.
Wednesday 1st October – Wednesday
12th November ‘Tennerfest’
Delight in Jersey's sumptuous cuisine and attractive surroundings
as you dine in style from just £10. For lunch or dinner, depending
on the establishment, over 110 restaurants in Jersey will be taking
part in this popular annual event. Restaurants will also be offering
menus for £12.50 & £15.00.
Sunday 5th October Standard Chartered
Jersey Marathon
The marathon starts on the streets of St Helier and runs through some
of the Island's most scenic spots, taking in country lanes, picturesque
valleys and the beautiful coast of Jersey. In addition to the main
marathon, there is a relay race and fun run. A run for everyone!
Thursday 9th - Sunday 12th October
International Choir Festival
Visiting choirs from Europe and beyond participate in numerous concerts
and competitions, culminating in the Open Final.
Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th October
Autumn, Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Show
The Royal Jersey Horticultural Society invites you to experience the
shades of autumn with floral displays of all kinds and fruit and vegetables
arranged in the most creative of ways. There will also be a poultry
and small animal display and the Island Autumn Cattle Show as well
as afternoon tea with home made cakes.
Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th October
La Faîs'sie d’Cidre (Cider Festival)
Celebrate the cider of today and yesterday with a variety of activities
and tastings at Hamptonne.
Saturday 1st – Sunday 9th November
ATP Tennis Event
Players from the top 100 in the world travel from around the globe
for this professional tennis tournament.
Monday 1st – Sunday 21st December
La Fête dé Noué
The Island is ‘lit up’ with a full programme of activities
arranged to complement the lead up to the festive period. Meander
through the streets of St. Helier, under a canopy of brilliant white
lights and experience late night shopping and street entertainment.
Partake in guided walks covering the Islands history and natural environment
or perhaps, join the Ghost of Christmas Past on late night ghoulish
walks around the Island's historic castles, dark country lanes and
old graveyards! Enjoy traditional markets, street theatre, Christmas
parades and much more….