Prepare to shop local this Christmas - and make the most of late night opening events.

Ventnor businesses are tempting shoppers with buskers, mince pies and mulled wine when they open for late shopping on Thursday, December 12, until 7pm.

Rosie at Roake Studio said on behalf of the businesses: "We are going for it this year, putting lots of energy into making Ventnor a destination for Islanders in the lead up to Christmas, despite the knock backs of the last year."

There are lots of pubs and restaurants in Ventnor so why not book a table somewhere and make an evening of it?

Bembridge is holding a late night shopping event on Tuesday, December 3.

From 4.30pm until late, there will be mulled wine and special offers.

Head to the High Street to find unique Christmas gifts.

Cowes High Street is holding a late night Christmas shopping event on Thursday, December 5, from 5pm to 8pm.

There will be plenty of gift ideas and festive food and drink to enjoy.

Is your town holding a late night shopping event we don't know about? Email us at editor@iwcp.co.uk