Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2026

Heritage Open Days, the Isle of Man’s largest heritage festival, is back for 2026.

Friday 2 – Sunday 4 October 2026 & Friday 9 – Sunday 11 October 2026
Location Islandwide
Price Free, Donations Welcome.

Isle of Man Heritage Open Days take place each autumn and bring together museums, societies, individuals, and historic sites across the Island. Over six days, they offer free open doors, tours, guided walks and activities.

The festival highlights the places, stories and experiences that shape Island life. It is run by local people who are passionate about the Isle of Man and its cultural and historical heritage.

The festival will take place on the following weekends:

Friday 2 October – Sunday 4 October 2026

Friday 9 – Sunday 11 October 2026

Tickets will launch on Thursday 24th September 2026 at 12 noon.

If you would like to offer an event for Heritage Open Days please email your ideas to heritageopendays@mnh.im.