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Who’s in the Isle of Wight Festival 2017 line-up? Dates, weather forecast and how to get there

The headliners for this year's festival have been confirmed as Rod Stewart and Arcade Fire with David Guetta and Run DMC

AFTER speculation that the Isle of Wight Festival would be cancelled, this year's event is finally here.

Headliners Rod Stewart and Arcade Fire are performing along with David Guetta and Run DMC.

 The 2017 Isle of Wight Festival runs from June 8 to June 11 at Newport's Seaclose Park
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The 2017 Isle of Wight Festival runs from June 8 to June 11 at Newport's Seaclose ParkCredit: Alamy

When is the Isle of Wight Festival?

Grab your tent and wellies as the Isle of Wight Festival is here.

The event is running from Thursday June 8 to Sunday June 11, with acts performing from Friday.

Currently the weather forecast is set to be sunny and cloudy, according to the .

 Rock legend Rod will be closing the festival
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Rock legend Rod will be closing the festivalCredit: PA:Press Association

Are tickets still available for the Isle of Wight Festival and how much do they cost?

There are still some tickets left - available from , and , among others.

Check out the  for more information on licensed ticket sellers.

The different day and weekend tickets are priced as below. Note that day tickets allow unlimited re-entry, but don't allow you to camp.

If you're a student aged 16 or 17 as of June 8, 2017, a teen ticket will be cheaper than a student ticket.

If you are disabled, you need to purchase your ticket via the Ticketmaster special access number, 0800 998 440.

Who's in the Isle of Wight Festival line-up? 

Sir Rod Stewart has been revealed as the Sunday night headliner for the Isle of Wight Festival.

He was the second act announced for the festival, after Arcade Fire were confirmed as the headliners for Saturday.

Past headliners have included Foo Fighters, Fleetwood Mac, The Killers, Blur and Paul McCartney.

Rod Stewart said of the news: “I have been very lucky to have played many of the world’s finest venues and festivals – but never played the legendary IOW Festival. I am so excited to put that right. June can’t come round soon enough.”

Saturday night's show will be Arcade Fire's first performance in the UK since 2014, and their only UK festival gig this summer.

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."

 Arcade Fire will be the Saturday night headliners
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Arcade Fire will be the Saturday night headlinersCredit: Getty Images

Co-headliners are French DJ David Guetta and hip-hop legends Run DMC.  Joining them will be the likes of the Kaiser Chiefs, George Ezra, Bastille, Jack Savoretti and Rag 'n'Bone Man.

Since the first announcement the organisers have added The Pretenders, The Kooks, Imelda May, Razorlight, Alison Moyet, Starsailer, Space, Melanie C, Scouting For Girls, Tom Chaplin, Alex Francis, Lucy Spraggan, Bang bang Romeo, Paradisia, Wild Front, The Slow Readers Club, Showhawk Duo, Victoria, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Zara Larsson, Clean Bandit, The Vamps, The Strypes, The Amazons, Germein Sisters, Judas, The Novatones and The Second Sons to the already packed line-up.

Zara Larsson said: "So excited to play the Isle of Wight Festival! UK festivals are always so much fun! You guys always bring 100 per cent."

How do I get to the Isle of Wight Festival?

You can book a ferry from Portmouth or Lymington, or a ferry from Southampton.

Timetables for summer 2017 have not yet been released, but keep an eye out as the earlier you book, the cheaper it will be.

According to , a useful resource for anyone travelling to the Isle of Wight, a return ticket for a passenger on foot can cost £15 to £25.

A return ticket for up to seven passengers in a car can cost £80 to £150.

You could also look into hiring a .

 The Isle of Wight Festival attracts around 58,000 revellers a night
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The Isle of Wight Festival attracts around 58,000 revellers a nightCredit: Alamy

What camping and glamping options are available at the Isle of Wight Festival?

A weekend ticket allows you to pitch your tent on the 180-acre campsite along the River Medina. More info .

The festival is also working with a variety of , including Eve's Tipis (cosy tipis, a cocktail bar, hot breakfasts); Podpads (cheerful wood or canvas huts for a variety of budgets); eco-friendly Love Your Tent; and colourful Pink Moon Camping.

Camp Kerala Mademoiselle will provide luxury glamping with room service and VIP access to the festival.

A variety of ticket and camping packages are on offer at .

Isle of Wight Festival 2017 ticket prices

  • Day Ticket: Friday - £60. Saturday or Sunday - £80
  • Weekend (with/without camping) - £195
  • Student- £175
  • Teen (13-17 as of June 8, 2017) - £145
  • Children under 12 (as of June 8, 2017) - Free
  • Camper Vans - £195
  • Prices subject to a booking fee

Are there places to stay if I don't want to camp at the Isle of Wight Festival? Do kids need to be accompanied by an adult?

There's a variety of hotels, inns, bed & breakfasts and self-catering options in Newport.

The Isle of Wight Festival website has some , or check out , , , or to see what's on offer.

Remember, rooms will book up quickly!

Teens must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over (one adult per five teens), while children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over. All parties are advised to bring proof of age.

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