Arcade Fire to headline Isle of Wight Festival 2017

The Isle of Wight Festival has revealed the first headliner for the 2017 will be Arcade Fire, it will be the bands only UK festival appearance of the year.  The Isle of Wight Festival takes place from 8th - 11th June 2017 at Seaclose Park, Newport.

Arcade Fire are acknowledged as one of the best live acts in the world, known for their thrilling live shows and high-energy performances, Arcade Fire have sold out venues across the globe.

Isle of Wight Festival Promoter, John Giddings, said: “I’m so happy to have secured Arcade Fire as our first headliner. David Bowie recommended them and I’ve been a fan ever since. Last year was an incredible year and I’m ready for us to come back even better in 2017.”

Since its return in 2002, the festival the festival has attracted some of the biggest names in music including: The Rolling Stones, The Who, David Bowie, Muse, Foo Fighters, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, Kasabian, Amy Winehouse, Kings of Leon, Jay-Z, The Strokes, Coldplay, The Sex Pistols, The Police, Blondie, Biffy Clyro, The Prodigy & Fleetwood Mac.

Tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival go on sale today (7th November) at 9:00 am.

Ticket Information (Early bird)
Weekend with / without Camping - £175
Day Ticket: Friday - £60 / Saturday and Sunday - £80
Student - £155
Teen - £125
Children Under 12: Free

In addition to standard camping, the Isle of Wight Festival offers a wide range of glamping options:
Camp Kerala Mademoiselle provide Luxury Glamping backstage with room service and VIP transport
Eve's Tipis - Try something different and stay in a tipi, plus enjoy cocktails or champagne from the bar or some hot breakfast options to start your day right
Podpads - Bunk down in the colourful Podpads with solid wood or canvas options
Love Your Tent - enjoy an ethical camping experience plus hot showers and a Poodle Parlour!
Pink Moon Camping - Choose from a colourful collection of accommodation and enjoy your weekend with a unique camping experience