Jersey Events in 2023

The Canaccord Genuity Jersey Half Marathon is a scenic, fast road race which attracts up to 800 runners. Started in 1989 The Jersey Half Marathon is now in its 34th year.

The Canaccord Genuity Jersey Half Marathon will follow the route that was followed in 2022, a fantastic scenic route that explored the lanes and coastline of Jersey’s West Coast. Starting and finishing at the Les Quennevais Cycle Track, runners will enjoy a a looped course that is mainly flat. There is however a sting in the tail, with a sharp hill at La Corbiere.

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Enjoy live music in the beautiful natural setting of Mont Grantez headland overlooking St. Ouen’s Bay. Bring a picnic and enjoy fantastic live music as the sunsets and celebrate the summer solstice – the longest day of the year. This is the ultimate way to experience the delights of Jersey at this very special time of year.

The Sunset Concerts are a much anticipated event on the islands calendar of events. All you’ll need is a picnic (We’d suggest something fresh and local) and great company. The live music and natural surroundings are the perfect landscape to cultivate long-lasting summer evening memories. Visit the National Trust website for more information.

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The 32nd Island Walk will take place on 17 June 2023. The premier Island walk has become one of the Island’s largest one-day fund raising events.

The tough walk is a stark contrast with the beauty of the route that passes along Jersey’s beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and stunning countryside. The event is split into 3 categories:

• Main Walk (48 miles) – for those who relish the physical challenge. Starting at 03.00 from Elizabeth Harbour Ferry Terminal
• Lieutenant Governor’s Challenge (13 miles) – ideal for those with young families, or less of an appetite to conquer all 48.1 miles at once.
• Relay (48 miles) – for teams of 4 to take on the main walk. Starting at 03.00 from Elizabeth Harbour Ferry Terminal

The gruelling nature of the walk is what sets it apart from other charity events and why over the years more than 28,000 participants have raised £2.6 million with every penny raised by walkers being distributed to local charities.

www.islandwalk.je

Jersey’s favourite surf festival, Good Vibrations, returns to officially kick off the Summer from Saturday 24 June 2023. The event, hosted in aid of Mind Jersey, encourages attendees to dig out some retro ‘fits and head down to the Watersplash Jersey for a day of sunshine, music and good vibes. Activities on the day include Surf Competitions, Beach 5 a side football, volleyball, workshops and much more.

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Out-There returns in 2023 for it’s 5th Anniversary, unmissable all-day dance event, hosted in it’s unique destination the “Valley of The Unknown”. Dance the weekend away in the natural surroundings of Val de la Mare in St. Ouen! The event has proudly hosted artists such as Fisher, Basement Jaxx, Purple Disco Machine and Chase and Status.

If house or drum and bass gets you grooving, Out-There has to be on your 2022 Summer bucket-list. This unique dance event hosts three stages, supplying heavenly house, lively drum and bass, and a crowd favourite – the hospitality stage, all amongst the vast valley, Val de la Mare, what more could you want?

The apocalyptic party makes a spectacular return on July 29th and 30th 2023!

Following a truly memorable 2022 event, Wonky returns to the fortress walls of the East Ditch at Fort Regent for the next episode of Wonky Weekender. Building on what was a magical party back in July the team at Wonky have been designing a host of new venues to experience including a new Golden Ticket giving access to a new VIP area, 2023 will be a major step up on 2022!

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Let the Battle Commence! Enjoy the spectacle of flower festooned floats, musicians, dancers and entertainers providing a tremendous atmosphere in the Grand Day Parade. The Jersey Battle of Flowers is a floral parade event held over two days, a day parade and a moonlight parade. (Friday 11 – Saturday 12 August 2023).

First staged in 1902 in celebration of a Royal Coronation, The Jersey Battle of Flowers has grown over the past century to become one of the largest floral carnivals in Europe, and is without doubt, a major highlight in Jersey’s calendar of festivals and events.

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Gorey Fête is back in August 2023, but will now happen on Friday 18th August as opposed to the traditional Thursday date. Enjoy the same family-focused entertainment and help raise money for local charities.

Off Grid promises to be the Channel Islands’ most forward-thinking music event featuring performances from some of the world’s most exciting DJs, live acts and performers over 3 stages.

For more information and latest updates, please stay tuned on the OffGrid channels by clicking here.

Weekender is back bigger than ever in 2023

After triumphant return in September with performances from the likes of The Jacksons, Ella Henderson, The Proclaimers and many more, Weekender will be back on Sat 2nd & Sun 3rd Sept 2023 at the Royal Jersey Showground for another eagerly awaited edition of the Channel Islands great summer festival!

We look forward to welcoming everybody to Weekender for another, much anticipated, action packed weekend of music across all stages at the home of music and entertainment in Jersey.

We will have lots on offer, as usual, but we have something new for 2023, introducing the Weekender CLUB LOUNGE!

www.weekenderjersey.je

Welcome to the 25th Edition of the combined clubs’ Jersey Regatta kindly sponsored by leading offshore law firm Carey Olsen. I am pleased to report that preparations are well in hand for what, we anticipate, will be a bumper year for this annual sailing jamboree, an open event that promises a very warm welcome for local and visiting boats, alike.

The format of three days’ racing along with a lively social programme is designed to give everyone the opportunity to unwind, have fun and, generally, enjoy the camaraderie to be found in our clubs.
On the water, dayboat, dinghy, sport catamaran and windsurfer classes will compete over courses laid in the beautiful arena of St Aubin’s Bay whilst the cruiser/racer fleet will be racing to the south and in adjacent coastal waters.

Please refer to the event website for further information – https://www.jerseyregatta.com/

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3D Events and Vaughan Robinson are delighted to launch the second edition of Swim Run Jersey , which will take place on Saturday 9 September 2023. The event will provide athletes with a challenging course around Jersey’s dramatic coastline, including many technical entries in and out of the sea. This event offers you the opportunity to (safely) take on one of the biggest tides in the world and also see the natural rugged beauty of our historic island.

The event will continue the swimrun standards already set in Jersey and will be available to solo and teams (two people) depending on the course distance. In 2023, we are again operating; Full Course from Gorey Castle to Portlet (teams only), Sprint Course from Gorey Castle to Sorel (solo and teams) and a new Experience Course from Gorey Castle to St Catherine’s (solo only).

www.brecaswimrun.co.uk/jersey-swimrun-overview

A fun day for all the family at Havre Des Pas beach, St. Helier. There’s plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained including arts and crafts, food stalls, rides and of course live music.

Facebook Page – Havre Des Pas Seaside Festival

The Channel Islands Pride 2023 will take place on Saturday 16 September.

Stay tuned to find out what’s on during CI Pride week and how to join the party!

Pride is for everyone who believes in equality and diversity. It starts with the LGBTQ community and extends to our families, friends, allies, supporters, work colleagues – anyone, in fact, who believes in equality and diversity.

Standard Chartered Jersey Marathon is “a small race, with a very big atmosphere” as a firm fixture in islanders’ calendars, all runners can expect huge support from local residents around the entire route.

The race is split into three categories, Marathon, Relay Race and 3K Fun Run, attracting over 2,500 entrants with over 60% of marathon runners coming from off-island. The event welcomes a variety of runner types, elite athletes compete for prize money and times, while corporate teams vie for the prestige of winning the trophy and many others compete to do something truly amazing for the benefit of others. Why not make this marathon your first?

The event starts and finishes in the Weighbridge area, in the heart of St. Helier, Jersey’s capital. Crossing the finish line in Jersey is a special occasion, with large crowds and full media presence, runners can expect a thunderous reception as they complete the course.

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Embrace the community spirit and participate in the ancient art of making Black Butter which takes place over three days at The Elms, the headquarters of the National Trust for Jersey. Apples grown for cider were once Jersey’s main crop. Today fewer cider apples are grown but the making of black butter (Le Nièr Beurre) carries on.