AmbleFest 2026: Craft Beer, Live Music and Street Food in Ambleside
If you’re looking for things to do in the Lake District this September, AmbleFest is returning to Ambleside for a three-day celebration of craft beer, live music and street food.
Taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026, this year’s festival marks the fifth anniversary of AmbleFest, bringing another packed weekend of food, drink and entertainment to the heart of Ambleside.
What is AmbleFest?
AmbleFest is an annual beer and music festival held in Ambleside in the Lake District.
The festival takes place across three popular Ambleside venues, The Flying Fleece, Tap Yard and The Apple Pie, all within the centre of the town around the iconic Bridge House.
Throughout the weekend, visitors will be able to sample an impressive selection of craft beers, ciders and cask ales from more than 40 breweries, alongside a programme of live bands and DJs.
And it isn’t all about the beer. There will be plenty of street food available too, with everything from wood-fired pizza and gourmet burgers to fish and chips, hot dogs and wraps expected across the weekend.
Live Music Throughout the Weekend
Music is a big part of the AmbleFest atmosphere, with live entertainment taking place throughout the three-day festival.
For its fifth anniversary, AmbleFest is bringing together local musicians, returning favourites, bands and DJs for a weekend of live performances in the centre of Ambleside.
Sunday brings something a little different too, with the festival rounding off its anniversary celebrations with a dedicated Sunday Country Day featuring country music and dancing.
When is AmbleFest 2026?
AmbleFest 2026 takes place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026.
The current festival opening times are:
Friday 25 September: 4pm to 11pm
Saturday 26 September: 12pm to 11pm
Sunday 27 September: 12pm to 10pm
With events running across the whole weekend, there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy AmbleFest while also making time to explore Ambleside and the surrounding Lake District.
Make a Weekend of AmbleFest
If you’re travelling to the Lake District for AmbleFest, why not turn your visit into a proper autumn break?
Stay with us at The Howbeck in Windermere and you’ll have both Ambleside and the wider Lake District within easy reach.
Spend the day exploring Ambleside, enjoy the festival atmosphere and then return to the comfort of The Howbeck at the end of the day. With Windermere itself on your doorstep, you can make the most of your stay with lakeside walks, local restaurants and some of the Lake District’s best-known attractions nearby.
September is also a wonderful time to explore the Lakes, as the busy summer period begins to ease and the first signs of autumn appear across the landscape.
Stay at The Howbeck for AmbleFest 2026
Planning to visit AmbleFest 2026 in Ambleside?
The Howbeck makes a comfortable base for a weekend in the Lake District, with Ambleside easily accessible from Windermere and plenty more to discover during your stay.
AmbleFest 2026 at a Glance
📍 Where: Ambleside, Lake District
📅 When: Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026
🍺 What: Craft beer, cider and cask ales from more than 40 breweries
🎵 Entertainment: Live bands, DJs and Sunday Country Day
🍴 Food: Street food throughout the weekend
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