The Lakes Festival is back from 6-15 November 2026, bringing 10 days of activity with live entertainment, family-friendly events and community celebrations to the Central Coast region.
Presented by Central Coast Council, the Lakes Festival is set to celebrate its 11th anniversary with more than 30 events across 12 locations.
Last year, this iconic annual event was nothing short of spectacular, drawing approximately 41,300 attendees across the 10-day period, generating an impressive economic impact of $9.1 million, showcasing its growing significance to the region.
Residents and visitors are invited to explore the Central Coast and enjoy its diverse lakes and waterways through a vibrant program of accessible and inclusive events and activities for all ages.
A major festival highlight will be Light Up the Lake on Saturday 7 November, featuring live music performances, a drone show and several interactive educational activations, including a Council lifeguard pop-up with celebrity Bondi Lifeguard ‘Hoppo’.
When: Friday 6 November – Sunday 15 November 2026. Individual event times vary.
Where: Various locations across the Central Coast.
Cost: Free entry. Refer to the program for free and ticketed events.
For more information or to download the program, visit lovecentralcoast.com.