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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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    Distillery Tour & Tasting

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    Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

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    07794699913

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    North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…

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    Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour at Shed One

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    The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

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    07794699913

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    Ulverston

    Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…

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    Wray Grounds Tour - Walk & Talk

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    Wray, Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA

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    015394 33250

    wraycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Ambleside

    Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of the Wray team.

    Starting on the Castle terrace, you'll stop at key points around the perimeter to hear how the Dawson family created the estate,…

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    Wray, Ambleside

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    Create a Shopper Bag with Emma Redfern

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    Rheged, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

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    01768 868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    learn how to sew a fully lined bag, using the 'bagging out' technique to ensure there are no raw edges on show, perfect for work, days out, children's clutter or a bit of shopping

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    Guided tour of the Roman fort at Maryport

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    Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JD

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    +441900816168

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    The Promenade, Maryport

    Every Sunday at 2pm

    Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the volunteer guides. The tours last for 30-45 minutes and are subject to the weather. The fort is situated in farmland, which is uneven and there may be sheep…

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    Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport

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    Harvest Festival

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    Scaws Drive, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8EY

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    01539 816300

    events@cumbriaiwldlifetrust.org.uk

    Penrith

    Cold Springs Community Orchard hosts an Apple day once again! Have your apples pressed; go foraging; prove yourself at conker battles and other games; and discover how to look after wildlife this winter with a host of fun activities.

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    National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope

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    Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

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    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière's classic dark comedy.

    Telling the truth isn't always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern…

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    Rheged, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

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    01768 868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    Develop some different watercolour techniques that can be used for portraits. Photographs and photocopies will be used as source material for the portraits eliminating a lot of the time usually taken to draw out before painting.

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    Inn on the Lake, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0PE

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    017684 82444

    innonthelake@lakedistricthotels.net

    Glenridding

    Enjoy a relaxed Sunday by the shores of Ullswater with a comforting Sunday roast and live music to set the mood.

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    A white school building overlayed with the talk title and illustrations of young boys playing.
    A Talk at the School - Not just Wordsworth!

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    Hawskhead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA220LN

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    015394 36674

    hgsmuseum@gmail.com

    Hawkshead, Ambleside

    Though known as the school of William Wordsworth, many more schoolboys were educated here. Join us to uncover the boys' forgotten histories.

    The venue is just up from Hawkshead Car Park, through black iron gates on the path towards the Church. We…

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    Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Hawkshead

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    Revolutionary Poetry: Religion within reason alone

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    Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LX

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    015394 32050

    marketing@rydalhall.org

    Ambleside

    This is a two day course which covers the rise of the arts and literary movement called modernism. Taking the book by Julia Kristeva poetry and revolution as our inspiration We can see how poetry was changed in the hands of the artists of the 19th…

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    David Hockney At The Royal Academy Of Arts – Exhibition on Screen

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    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Widely considered Britain's most popular artist, David Hockney was a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors worldwide.

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National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope

Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of…

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Season

27th September 2026
The Summer Book
The Summer Book (PG)

Silver Screening Starring: Glenn Close, Emily Matthews & Anders Danielsen Lie A young girl,…

Openings

Season

2nd October 2026
Poster for the Messengers of Time and Space Planetarium Event at Grizedale Observatory in the Lake District, Cumbria
Messengers of Space and Time Planetarium Event

Join us for our planetarium show about a fascinating topic in astronomy. We begin with a…

Openings

Season

30th September 2026
Image of fire fighters sat on a trailer with a horse connected to the front. The trailer contains a hose and a water pump system.
Talk Series: Life before 999 with the Ambleside Oral History Group

"They come back with the fire tender - all the way from Kendal to Troutbeck Bridge" Life in the…

Openings

Season

29th September 2026
Gruffalo and Child at Walby Farm Park
Gruffalo and Child

"All was quiet in the deep dark wood…" not for long! The Gruffalo & Child will be making personal…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026-27th September 2026
Farmer's Wife
The Farmer's Wife

Welcome to the farm. In The Farmer's Wife, one day holds a lifetime. Three generations of women…

Openings

Season

18th September 2026-10th October 2026
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  • 1Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour at Shed One
  • 2What the sea decides to give you
  • 3Soil at Sizergh exhibition
  • 4Outside In
  • 5Little Farmer Experience
  • 6Revolutionary Poetry: Religion within reason alone
  • 7Singer & Sunday Lunch
  • 8A Talk at the School - Not just Wordsworth!
  • 9Ullswater Animal Tracking
  • 10Rydal Island and Caves Swim
  • 11Alchemy with Nature Women's Woodland Retreat
  • 12Full Moon Women's Circle – Harvest Moon
  • 13Connecting with nature through creative writing at Wild Haweswater
  • 14Rydal Island and Caves Swim
  • 15Townend guided tours
  • 16Bellwethers: Fragility & Survival
  • 17Jordan Wylie – Finding Purpose
  • 18David Hockney At The Royal Academy Of Arts – Exhibition on Screen
  • 19National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope
  • 20The Summer Book (PG)
  • 21Messengers of Space and Time Planetarium Event
  • 22Talk Series: Life before 999 with the Ambleside Oral History Group
  • 23Gruffalo and Child
  • 24The Farmer's Wife
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