9 upcoming events in Cumbria - Go Lakes
September 2026
Ambleside Days
Community festival across Ambleside town centre with market stalls, live entertainment and family activities over the late-summer weekend.
Westmorland County Show
One of the UK's favourite agricultural shows near Kendal, attracting over 37,000 visitors with livestock competitions, country sports, food and craft displays across two days.
November 2026
Low Wood Bay Bonfire Night & Fireworks Display
Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display over Windermere at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, viewable from the hotel grounds and lakeside terraces.
Hawkshead Bonfire & Fireworks
Village bonfire and fireworks display in Hawkshead near Windermere marking Bonfire Night with a community celebration.
Inward Eye Film Festival
Ambleside hosts a curated programme of adventure and outdoor feature films, documentaries, shorts and filmmaker Q&As.
Kendal Mountain Festival
World-renowned festival of adventure film, talks, workshops and outdoor culture held across venues in Kendal town centre.
Ambleside Christmas Lights Switch-On
Ambleside's festive lights switch-on event bringing entertainment, stalls and Christmas cheer to the town centre.
Kendal Christmas Lights Switch-On & Farmers' Market
Kendal town centre's Christmas lights switch-on with the Mayor, live music, Santa and an extended Kendal Farmers' Market.
December 2026
Bowness-on-Windermere Christmas Market
Festive market at The Glebe beside Lake Windermere with craft stalls, live music, carol singing and a visit from Father Christmas.