IOM Art Festival dates announced

The dates for this years Isle of Man Arts Festival have been announced.

The event - now entering its eighth year and organised by Creative Network - will take place on May Day bank holiday weekend on May 4-6 and looks to showcase the work of artists across the Island.

Over 50 artists are already taking part from a wide range of different forms of work including painting, sculpting, poets and photographers.

Last years occasion attracted more than 2500 visitors - updates on times and dates for events around it will become available on the Creative Network Facebook page.