Rave Island presents

One Big NYE

The Takeover

Thursday 31 December 2026 · The Balcony & Pavilion Bar, Ryde · Over 18s

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The island's crews. One night.

For one night only, the Isle of Wight's dance music crews take over The Balcony together. Two rooms, The Balcony and The Pavilion Bar, every sound from 90s dance classics to today, and the island's biggest ever New Year's Eve party on Ryde seafront.

Two rooms. 90s to now.

Each local crew gets its own takeover slot. Line-up announcements coming soon, so follow Rave Island on Facebook and YouTube.

The Balcony

HouseRave houseTranceHard houseBounceUK hardcore
  • Ricky & Spin-E: Masters of the RaververseConfirmed
  • House takeoverTBA
  • Trance takeoverTBA
  • Midnight countdownRave Island
  • Hard house & bounce takeoverTBA
  • Hardcore Sanctuary takeoverFinal hour

The Pavilion Bar

UK basslineUK garageDrum & bass
  • UK bassline takeoverTBA
  • UK garage takeoverTBA
  • Drum & bass takeoverTBA

Tickets. Once they're gone, they're gone.

Prices rise as each release sells out. Booking fee applies online.

Very early bird
£10
Limited release
On sale
Early bird
£15
Until sold out
Next release
Standard
£20
Until sold out
Coming soon
On the door
More
Only if any left. Don't risk it
31 Dec

Ticket checkout loads here

Tickets go on sale soon. Follow Rave Island on Facebook to be first in for the £10 release.

Tickets are also available from The Price is Wight.

How entry works

  1. Buy online
    Book here or through The Price is Wight.
  2. Check your email
    Your confirmation email has your ticket QR code.
  3. Bring ID
    Over 18s only. Photo ID needed on entry, no exceptions.
  4. Show & band up
    Show the QR code on your phone, get your wristband, and you're in.

Getting there & home safely

The Balcony is on Ryde Esplanade, with buses, trains and the ferries to the mainland right on the doorstep.

Bus

Ryde's main bus stop is right outside the venue. NYE late service times will be posted here once confirmed.

Train

Island Line runs to Ryde Esplanade station, a short walk away. NYE times to be confirmed.

From the mainland

Hovertravel and Wightlink FastCat both arrive in Ryde. Check NYE and New Year's Day crossing times before you book.

Taxis

Book your ride home in advance. It's NYE and they go fast.

FirmCoversPhone
Ryde TaxisIsland-wide, 24 hours01983 811111
Ace CabsRyde, Seaview, Bembridge, Sandown, Shanklin07354 421126
A CabsShanklin, Sandown, Lake, Ventnor01983 866772
RS TaxisIsland-wide, based Shanklin/Sandown01983 777759
Paul's TaxisIsland-wide, based Newport01983 639331

Mates don't go out any more?

Come anyway. Join the Rave Island Solo Ravers group to chat before the night and meet up with others at a set time and spot inside the venue. Nobody parties alone at Rave Island.

Join the group

FAQ

What time are doors and close?

Times will be confirmed shortly.

Is it over 18s?

Yes. Everyone needs valid photo ID (passport, driving licence or PASS card), even if you look older.

I bought from The Price is Wight. What do I bring?

Bring your booking confirmation and photo ID. Your name will be on our door list.

Is there a cloakroom?

Yes, a paid cloakroom will be available on the night.

Can I get a refund?

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Refund policy to be confirmed.

Can I leave and come back in?

Re-entry policy to be confirmed.