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Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got festivals aplenty, from folk weekends centred on a brewery to a music festival that also includes outdoor activities – hardly surprising given that the Lake District, Cumbria is known for its natural beauty. Walking festivals, fell runs, competitive bike races, orienteering and challenge events… whatever way you like to tackle or enjoy nature, we’ve got something for you.
When you’re done exerting yourself, you’ll be looking for something to eat - and in Cumbria, we know how to celebrate our remarkable food heritage! There are markets and foodie events all over the county spread throughout the year, from a celebration of marmalade to a chili eating competition. Taste Cumbria hosts a series of great festivals between April and October with lots of food stalls and cooking demos.
And don’t forget beer. We’re big fans of it in Cumbria – we like to brew it, drink it and celebrate its very existence with over a dozen brilliant festivals throughout the year. Discover big events spread over a couple of days that draw in crowds from all over England, and smaller events in cosy pubs deep in the heart of rural Cumbria.
Christmas markets, Easter fairs and seasonal celebrations are huge in the county, too. From agricultural shows to festive fun, we’ve got you covered. How about stepping back in time at the Ulverston Dickensian Festival? Check out our Lake District, Cumbria blog for bags of inspiring articles on places to visit and things to see.
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Penrith
Join Helen for a lovely day being guided through how to make this beautifully detailed garden friend using the needle felting process. Your piece will have a slightly sculpted low relief appearance, subtly enhancing the natural features of this…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Greystoke, Penrith
This will be a step by step class with beginners going slowly and learning a lot, while the more experienced practice new techniques with as much support as they need.
During the day, Lyn will guide you through the composition process of creating…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
County Square, Ulverston
A Little Angel Theatre, The Lowry and Rose Theatre co-production
Charlie Cook's Favourite Book
Based on the original book Charlie Cook's Favourite Book - written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler
Charlie loves reading. Especially…
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Kendal
Sheep Dog Trials with hound trails, dog show and a small number of craft stands, bar, catering and ice cream van
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
Cartmel Art Society are pleased to be opening their 2024 Summer Art & Craft Exhibition at Cartmel Village Hall from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th August.
The Exhibition is free entry to the general public from Friday 9th August, offering free parking…
Lake Rd, Keswick
The world's most famous detective gets a hilarious makeover in this spectacularly theatrical comedy
A terrible murder, a terrifying family curse, a killer on the loose and a gigantic beast on the moor; this sounds like a case for Sherlock Holmes!…
Maryport
Maryport is welcoming back Taste Cumbria on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 August 2024 for the Taste of the Sea festival.
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Frizington
Wheels Int Lakes are hosting our very 1st Automotive event on 11th August at Rowrah Go Kart Track. The venue will be opening its gates at 10am for spectators and close at 4.30pm
Workington
Cumberlandia is a new grass roots folk weekend in west Cumbria from 16th – 18th August 2024, with international performers and a host of homegrown talent.
Inspiration
Lake District Theatre Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June…
Netherby Hall's Spring craft fair and open garden weekend takes place over the weekend of May 18…
Come along to Wordsworth House and Garden and get crafty and creative in the Discovery Room. Be…
£65 plus £5 for materials Stone surrounds us at Farfield Mill, in the walls and forming the bed of…
Inspired By Nature: Mini Hangings with Hand Embroidery and Natural Objects. Do you have a…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
A celebration of diversity and inclusion. Parade, performers, stalls and workshops. All free. …
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
A new painting exhibition by Rebecca Scott is coming to Cross Lane Projects, Kendal. The Raft of…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Ladies, if you have a love for the outdoors, enjoy riding a bike but feel daunted by the thought of…
Join English Heritage for hands-on activities and family fun in the fresh air this May half-term.
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Visitor Sketchbooks: fanciful flora Flowers and foliage appear in designs and decorations all over…
Our very own Marcus (or to give him his full name Marcus Pergamus Iustus) will lead you on an…
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