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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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Ambleside
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain's welfare state and created the NHS. This epic new Welsh fantasia is written by Tim Price and directed by Rufus Norris…
Penrith
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, at a slightly more manageable hour of the morning, and be immersed in the birdsong at Wild Haweswater…
Kendal
Russell Mills, himself a graduate and former lecturer at the Royal College of Art, will explore an extraordinary period in the history of both Ambleside and the Royal College of Art, when two disparate communities – one, essentially conservative,…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Barrow-in-Furness
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he befriends the resourceful Ratty, the gruff Badger, and the infamous Toad of Toad Hall (Poop-poop!).
Moresby, Whitehaven
When people in Littlehampton--including conservative local Edith--begin to receive letters full of hilarious profanities, rowdy Irish migrant Rose is charged with the crime.
Suspecting that something is amiss, the town's women investigate.
nr Barrow-in-Furness
In 2024 we're teaming up with the National Trust Rangers at Sandscale Haws to offer a unique guided nature tour and conservation experience as part of their 40th anniversary celebrations.
These days will run from 10am to 3pm. On average we will…
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan this coming May.
Reuben Tighe fingerpicks his way through an eclectic mix of blues, foot stomping folk and original music, delivering a euphonious delight to your ears.
Reuben will be…
Whitehaven
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. And our beer & burger show package is also back!
This November's line-up:
Bethany Black
Stephen Armstrong - MC
Aidan McCaffery
Anna Thomas
Don't miss your chance to see…
Bowness-on-Windermere
As part of Windermere Science Festival enjoy an Agatha Christie-inspired three-course meal and learn about the chemicals Christie used to kill off her characters. Christie used poison more than any other crime writer as a murder weapon. Discover the…
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Enjoy a STEAM-filled weekend brimming with insightful talks, engaging workshops, and events for everyone!
Get involved in conversations with Award winning material scientist Anna Ploszajski, The Institute of Physics, The Royal Society of Chemistry,…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Brougham, Penrith
Bring your family and step back in time to the 1940s!
*Authentic living history *Military vehicles *Live vintage music from The Bobby Pin Ups and Rachel Mercer *Film footage exhibition of Britain at War *Period costume *Old style canvas tents…
Brougham Hall, Cumbria
Grange-over-Sands
Our annual Spring Fair returns on May 11th and 12th with the always popular 'Fun Dog Show' running both days. We'll also have live entertainment & music, great food & drinks and fabulous shopping. Admission to the Hall & Gardens is included in the…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Inspiration
Our annual Spring Fair returns on May 11th and 12th with the always popular 'Fun Dog Show' running…
Simply enter the event, then choose whichever course you prefer daily. With six courses to choose…
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo's landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big…
Have you always wanted to write but you're not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to…
Bring your family and step back in time to the 1940s! *Authentic living history *Military…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Russell Mills, himself a graduate and former lecturer at the Royal College of Art, will explore an…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
Learn a traditional rural craft and make your own timeless round basket with a handle. A course for…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
Enjoy a STEAM-filled weekend brimming with insightful talks, engaging workshops, and events for…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he…
Bendrigg's infamous 10k course is back with a modern twist! We are thrilled to announce the return…
Enjoy a relaxed visit to the Gosling Sike wildlife garden where we'll share planting ideas that are…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan this coming May. Reuben Tighe…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
When people in Littlehampton--including conservative local Edith--begin to receive letters full of…
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