Events & things to do in Kamakura & Enoshima in October 2026

Now on Aug 29 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 9:00〜16:30

Exhibitions 📍 Kannon Museum (観音ミュージアム) Secondary source

Experience the Special Exhibition 'Pilgrimage' at Hase-dera Temple!

A special exhibition themed around Kannon pilgrimage will be held at Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura.

💴 Paid

Now on Aug 29 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 9:00〜16:30

Exhibitions 📍 Kannon Museum 2nd Floor Exhibition Room Secondary source

Reiwa 8th Annual Autumn Exhibition: "Pilgrimage to Kannon with Go-Yo Otake - Exploring the 33 Kannon Temples of Kamakura with the Colors of Shinsui"

We will showcase beautiful paintings of Kannon by Go-Yo Otake.

💴 Paid

Now on Sep 2 (Wed) – Oct 18 (Sun)

Exhibitions 📍 Kamakura City Kaburaki Kiyokata Memorial Museum

The Literary Love of Kaburaki Kiyokata ― A World of Illustrations Dedicated to His 'Favorite' ―

This is an exhibition themed around the literary love of Kaburaki Kiyokata.

💴 Paid

Upcoming Sep 19 (Sat) – Nov 28 (Sat) 10:00～16:00

Exhibitions 📍 Kamakura History and Culture Exchange Center Secondary source

Kamakura's Nun Temple - The Prayers that Weave History by Nuns -

This exhibition introduces the history of the nun temples in Kamakura.

💴 Paid 🏠 Indoor 🧒 Kid-friendly

Upcoming Sep 26 (Sat) – Oct 30 (Fri) 10:00〜17:00

Exhibitions 📍 You Shoumei Museum (葉祥明美術館) Secondary source

Towaon Hibiki × You Shoumei Exhibition

The exhibition 'A Moment Called Eternity' featuring works by Towaon Hibiki and You Shoumei will be held at the You Shoumei Museum in Kitakamakura.

💴 Paid 🏠 Indoor

Upcoming Oct 3 (Sat) – Oct 4 (Sun) 10:00～20:00（10月3日）、10:00～18:00（10月4日）

Festivals & rituals 📍 Kamakura City Hall Parking Lot (鎌倉市役所駐車場) Secondary source

Oktoberfest Kamakura 2026

A festival of delicious beer and food held at the Kamakura City Hall Parking Lot.

🆓 Free

Upcoming Oct 9 (Fri) 17:00〜20:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Kamakura Gu (鎌倉宮) Secondary source

68th Kamakura Makino

A special accommodation plan allowing you to enjoy Kamakura's traditional performance art, "Makino," from premium seating.

💴 Paid

Upcoming Oct 10 (Sat) – Nov 3 (Tue) 平日 15:00〜19:30、土日祝 15:00〜20:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden (江の島サムエル・コッキング苑)

Shonan Candle 2026

A beautiful event featuring 10,000 candles lighting up Enoshima.

💴 Paid

Upcoming Oct 17 (Sat) 18:00〜18:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Katase Kaigan Nishihama

2026 Fujisawa Enoshima Fireworks Festival

The Fujisawa Enoshima Fireworks Festival will be held in 2026. Enjoy beautiful fireworks against the backdrop of Enoshima in this special event.

🌙 Evening

Upcoming Oct 25 (Sun) 9:00～16:00

Markets & food 📍 Kamakura Seaside Park (鎌倉海浜公園) Yui-Gahama District

Kaman-do Market

A community-focused market event held at Kamakura Seaside Park.

Upcoming Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 2 (Mon) 9:00〜16:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Kencho-ji and Engaku-ji Secondary source

Treasure Exhibition at Kencho-ji and Engaku-ji

A cultural event featuring the exhibition of treasures at Kencho-ji and Engaku-ji.

💴 Paid 🌤 Outdoor 🧒 Kid-friendly

Upcoming Oct 31 (Sat) – Nov 2 (Mon) 9:00〜16:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Engaku-ji Temple (円覚寺)

Special Viewing of National Treasure Shari-den at Engaku-ji Temple

A special exhibition of national treasures and important cultural assets will take place at Engaku-ji Temple.

💴 Paid