Jimi and Friends” (Part Two) to celebrate The Pretty Things and the spirit of the
Isle of Wight Festivals at Dimbola

We are turning back the clock once again this spring with the return of Jimi and Friends (Part Two) – a special live music event
celebrating The Pretty Things and the legendary atmosphere of the 1969 and 1970 Isle of Wight Festivals.

Following a sell-out show last November, the much-anticipated follow-up takes place on Friday 17th April promising another unforgettable evening of live music, nostalgia and festival spirit in one of the Island’s most iconic cultural venues.

Headlining the night are Big Red & The Cava Boys, joined by special guest Dick Taylor -founding member of The Pretty Things and former bassist with The Rolling Stones – along with Angelina Grimshaw and Jo Larcombe.

The evening will feature a two-part seated performance, beginning at 6.30pm (doors open at 6pm). The first half will showcase a medley of songs ‘The Pretty Things’  while the second half will celebrate music associated with the 1969 and 1970 Isle of Wight Festivals, featuring songs made famous by artists including Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez and more.

The event also serves as a pre-launch celebration for Dimbola’s forthcoming exhibition, “Jimi Hendrix at Afton, 1970”, which will open in our former bookshop space at the end of May.

Dr Brian Hinton, Executive Chairman says: “This promises to be a wonderful evening of outstanding live music, nostalgia and atmosphere. It’s a fitting way to celebrate Jimi Hendrix’s legacy and the Isle of Wight’s extraordinary musical heritage, while building
excitement for our forthcoming exhibition.”

Guests are warmly encouraged to embrace the spirit of the era and come dressed in their favourite 1960s and 70s festival-inspired fashion.

Tickets are £15+ booking fee, available here 
All proceeds will go towards the Jimi Hendrix Exhibition at Dimbola in May 2026, supporting the Julia Margaret Cameron Trust.

Also in May we will be commemorating the 20th anniversary installation of our Jimi statue at Dimbola. Commissioned by Festival boss John Giddings and installed in June 2006 by sculpturist John Swindells.