"Remember, remember!

The fifth of November,

The Gunpowder treason and plot;

I know of no reason

Why the Gunpowder treason

Should ever be forgot!"

There are plenty of great events taking place in the Lake District this November with Bonfire Night taking place on and around the fifth, as well as all the Christmas light switch-ons.

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Kendal Mountain Festival

kendal mountain festival

The Kendal Mountain Festival includes 200 live sessions including 300+ speakers, 150+ films, and 60+ activities. Activities include trail runs, hikes, cold water swims, forest activities, bushcraft workshops, family walks, outdoor cooking masterclasses, wild drawing workshops, and more. It's the perfect festival for the outdoor and sports enthusiast.

Bonfire Night

bonfire night

Bonfire Night is celebrated to commemorate the failure of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament and King James I. Bonfire night typically entails a big bonfire with food, drinks and entertainment, including a fireworks show at the end of the night. Dates will be released later in 2026, however, here are a few of the venues who participated in 2025: 

Christmas Light Switch-On Events

christmas tree lights

November brings the start of Christmas celebrations with Christmas light switch-on events and other festive celebrations taking place in mid to late November to kick start the festive season.

Christmas EventWhere2026
Ambleside Christmas Lights Ambleside, LA22 21 Nov
Barrow Christmas Lights Carlisle, CA3 TBC
Carlisle Christmas Lights Switch On Carlisle, CA3 TBC
Keswick Christmas Lights Keswick, CA12 TBC
Penrith Christmas Sparkle - Lights Switch on Event Penrith, CA11 TBC
Coniston Christmas Lights Coniston, LA21 TBC
Cockermouth Christmas Lights Cockermouth, CA13 TBC
Ulverston Dickensian Festival Ulverston, LA12 TBC

Previous Events

Woolpack Wine & Cheese Weekend

wine and cheese

Perfect for a cold autumnal day, the Woolpack Inn is throwing a Wine & Cheese weekend with over 30 wines available by the class. There will also be a cheese bar, wine chat, and live music.

Christmas Lunches at Dalemain

dalemain

Enjoy a festive three-course menu at the Old Hall in Dalemain mansion, which will be decked for Christmas. Be sure to check out the shop when you're finished for last minute marmalade presents, Christmas hampers, and other gifts.