Destination Guide

Sunset Concert at Les Mont Grantez

Arts & culture. September - Jersey Corn Riots

What’s on in Jersey. From local farmers’ markets to vibrant music festivals, outdoor film screenings to sporting challenges, there’s so much going on in Jersey. Here is a snapshot of Jersey’s calendar of festivals and events.

This harvest festival marks the anniversary of The Corn Riots. A meaningful time in Jersey’s history when local people came together to make a change about the way that Jersey was ruled. September - The Festival of Words A multi-day festival that celebrates the love of the written and spoken word in a variety of literary nooks and storied spaces across the island, with book-signings and Q&As from internationally renowned authors. October - La Faîs’sie D’Cidre It doesn’t get much more rustic than the Jersey Cider Festival. Slip on your wellies as you step into an historic country manor that’s packed full of interactive fun for the little ones with freshly pressed pints of the appley good stu for grown-ups. October - Black Butter Making Festival, Lé Nièr Beurre Embrace the community spirit and participate in the ancient art of making Black Butter over three days at The Elms, the headquarters of the National Trust for Jersey. October/November - Delicious Dine Out Festival A month long celebration of local food and drink that sees the island’s agriculture and fisheries industries showcase the very best of Jersey.

Music festivals. September - Weekender Music Festival World-class DJs and chart-topping bands come together for

Big days out. 09 May - Liberation Day A colourful and lively celebration of the liberation of the island after its occupation in World War II. August - Battle of Flowers Experience the Battle of Flowers which transforms St. Helier’s beachside promenade into a family-friendly festival of carnival floats and lively music each summer. September - International Air Display St. Aubin’s Bay transforms into a natural amphitheatre during the International Air Display, with sights and sounds of aircrafts from around the world. November/December - Genuine Jersey Simply Christmas Markets Immerse yourself in festive cheer in Jersey’s historic Royal Square in the centre of St. Helier and explore a labyrinth of stalls twinkling with festive magic, beautiful gifts and tasty treats from Jersey’s finest artisans. Hot food and live music until late.

one epic Jersey weekend. June - Sunset Concerts

Enjoy an evening of open air music as the sun goes down in the beautiful natural amphitheatre of Les Monts Grantez headland that rolls down to breathtaking views over St. Ouen’s Bay. Sporting challenges. June - Around The Island Walk Take in spectacular coastal scenery as you conquer the island in this visually rewarding island marathon. September - Jersey Marathon From coastal paths to leafy valleys and country lanes – the Jersey marathon has it all. It regularly attracts over 2500 runners and has established itself as a race not to miss on the sporting calendar.

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