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Cockermouth LIVE! is a local music festival, combining an exciting programme of headline, ticketed events and a weekend of free gigs by local musicians.- From string quartets to jazz and baroque specialists to world music, there’s an incredible selection to choose from.
- Join us for some excellent food & drink and a vibrant calendar of events – there is plenty on offer to keep you entertained in Cumbria this October.
- Enjoy a selection of night time events in the wilds of Cumbria giving where you can spend time in the outdoors, get closer to nature and really appreciate the dark skies above you.
- Held every year in April, at Dalemain Mansion & Gardens near Penrith in Cumbria.
- Find out more about this annual event which takes place in May each year.
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Environmental and social change come to the big screen this autumn, with documentaries, short films and special Q&As exploring climate, conservation and our relationship with the natural world.
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- 10 Sept 2026to10 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Cult horror, supernatural cinema and big-screen scares come to Brewery Arts this autumn, with horror favourites, Halloween classics and eerie ghost stories made for the dark.
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- 14 Oct 2026to11 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Discover a vibrant selection of French-language
cinema, from acclaimed contemporary releases and
major hits to bold work from distinctive filmmakers.Dates
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- 21 Oct 2026to9 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 21:30
Address
Roe Head Lane, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2LTTelephone
01768486363Penrith
join us at Hillcroft park, Pooley bride for our pumpkin festival 2026.
enjoy pumpkin picking and decorating, face painting, traditional games ,a bouncy castle, marshmallow toasting and meeting our friendly animals. as the sun sets experience…Dates
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- 24 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Gosforth Hall Inn, Wasdale Road, Gosforth, Cumbria, CA20 1AZTelephone
019467 25322Gosforth
Not a big fan of the classic Halloween celebrations? Well come and join us at Gosforth Hall Inn for food, music, games, and beer! Come dressed in Oktoberfest fancy dress, our bar staff are already getting their outfits ready!
Food will be walk in…Dates
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 10:30
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Holker Hall and Gardens, Holker Hall & Gardens, Cark, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PLTelephone
+441539558328Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Get ready to usher in the festive season at the Holker Hall Winter Market, one of the North West's most eagerly-anticipated seasonal events! Set within the stunning grounds of Holker Hall & Gardens, this magical three-day market celebrates the very…
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- 6 Nov 2026to8 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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Abbot Hall, Kendal, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9QNTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
Join Keeper of Collections Niall Hodson on a special guided tour of Abbot Hall Art Gallery, created as part of our Kendal Mountain Festival 2026 offer.
This 30-minute walk around tour will introduce visitors to some of the highlights of Abbot…
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- 20 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 11:30
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- 20 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 14:30
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- 21 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 14:30
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Abbot Hall, Kendal, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9QNTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
As part of our Kendal Mountain Festival 2026 offer, we're offering discounted day entry to Abbot Hall.
Your ticket gives you access to all of Abbot Hall's current exhibitions and galleries, including Russell Mills: Darkness Visible, Flowing from…
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- 20 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Abbot Hall, Kendal, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9QNTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
Mark your latest mountaineering achievement – or your Kendal Mountain Festival weekend – by creating your very own embroidered patch to add to your backpack.
Adults and children are welcome to take part in this relaxed drop-in activity, included…
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- 20 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026Open 11:30 - 13:30
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Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
Join Keeper of Collections Niall Hodson for a special guided tour around Abbot Hall Art Gallery.
This 30-minute walk-around tour will introduce visitors to the work of ground-breaking artist Kurt Schwitters, exploring his time in the Lake District…Venue
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- 22 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 11:30
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- 22 Nov 2026Open 15:00 - 15:30
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Hall Park, Ladies' Walk, Workington, Cumbria, CA144YBTelephone
07743984095Workington
Workington Lightworks is designed as a flagship community celebration, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for a unique evening spectacle featuring illuminated artwork, projection, dance and music across the historic grounds…
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- 28 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
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Seascale Lightworks 2026
Seascale Lightworks is designed as a flagship community celebration, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for a unique evening spectacle across the historic coastal village of Seascale.
The event…Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
Address
Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Kick your festival weekend off with the Trailhead Social!
This is where the festival really begins. The Trailhead Social brings together riders, adventurers, exhibitors and festival-goers for an evening packed with great company, great beer, and…
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- 26 Feb 2027Open 19:30 - 22:00
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Keswick Film Festival, The Alhambra Cinema, St John's St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AGTelephone
017687 72195St John's St, Keswick
Keswick Film Festival is Cumbria’s premiere cinematic event bringing the best of international and independent cinema from across the world for those who love films and the beautiful setting of the Lake District.
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- 19 Mar 2027to22 Mar 2027
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Gillcumber Glamping, Gillcumber Edge, Winton, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HUTelephone
07928405133Winton, Kirkby Stephen
Kick The Dust Up is a four-day country music festival taking place at Gillcumber Glamping, Cumbria, from Friday 11th to Monday 14th June 2027. Enjoy live country music, camping, glamping, festival entertainment and a weekend of good times, great…
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- 11 June 2027to14 June 2027Various Opening Times
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The Tipis at the Melbreak, Winscales Road, Little Clifton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1XSTelephone
+447841382663Little Clifton, Workington
Raise your stein and join us for an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration at The Tipis at The Melbreak!
We're bringing a taste of Bavaria to our brand new Tipi event spaces with an evening packed full of great food, fantastic beer, and lively…
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Crow Park, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJKeswick
Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (15-17 May 2026) with trail runs, hikes, triathlons, live music, outdoor brands & more in the stunning Lake District. Book now!
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Lake District Music - Summer Festival - 1 - 10 August 2024.
For 40 years the world’s finest classical musicians have performed in the stunning surroundings of the Lake District. Every summer they head to Cumbria for a festival like no other in this…
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Bowness Bay Brewing, Castle Mills, Aynam Rd, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7DETelephone
07379 437125Kendal
OKTOBERFEST IS COMING TO THE BARREL HOUSE & THE VENUE!
Get ready for an incredible three-day celebration of all things German, from 25th–27th September!
Expect German beer, themed food, live music, an Oompah band and plenty of Oktoberfest…Dates
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Wainwrights' Inn, Chapel Stile, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JDTelephone
015394 38014Ambleside
Join us for a day of live music, family fun and festival vibes in the heart of the Langdale Valley.
Returning on Saturday 29th August 2026, the Langdale Live Family Festival brings together fantastic live music, great food and drink, children's…Dates
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