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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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North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas".
Enjoy a botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea at Shed One Distillery.
Begin with a welcome tipple and a Distillery Tour by owners and distillers Andy and Zoe, then relax in our…
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,…
Wray, Ambleside
Cark, Flookburgh
Discover a season-round programme of inspiring monthly art workshops at Holker Hall & Gardens, where creativity meets the beauty of the estate. Led by skilled artists and makers, the workshops explore a rich mix of techniques including botanical…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Maya Kally is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter and composer, with influences ranging from folk to jazz, Country, and indie. Having studied Jazz vocals and Classical piano at Leeds Conservatoire, Maya moved back to London, where she focused…
Bowness-on-Windemere
A one day map reading course for beginners based in the Lake District.
If you have never looked at a map or would be unsure about planning and following a route along paths and tracks then this is the course for you.
Grange-over-Sands
Join us for a fun Night of live Country and Folk music at the Vic! Back for a second year after last year's successful event!
Featuring the musical talents of Caine & Denney, FinMor and poet Lynn Walton.
Crooklands, Milnthorpe
Damson Day 2026
It is a fun day out for the whole family. We seek to celebrate everything damson on the day with artisan makers producing damson cakes, fudges, crumbles, pancakes, alongside sausages, cheeses, damson spirits and cordials,…
Cockermouth
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass bowl, wall hanging or freestanding curve, then don't miss the chance to come to the studio and give it a go.
Learn a new skill and have fun being creative, with the freedom to choose what you…
Keswick
53k and 23k trail running races.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Barrow-in-Furness
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The exhibition will be full of new and unseen paintings. The exhibition is accessible to all and is free to enter.
The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness
B5289, Keswick
Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel.
Enjoy comforting starters, unlimited plates of Cumbrian beef, Lakeland chicken and classic Sunday trimmings, then finish with a traditional pudding.
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Inspiration
Thursday 16th April – Introduction to Botanical Casting workshop 10:30am -1pm £30 per…
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way.…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Independently brewed beers from around Cumbria Friday 17th & Saturday 18th April 2026 ⏰ 4-10pm…
This is a memory. It's also a story. The story of a girl called Laura. Surrounded by golden fields…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
Devised and performed by Stefan Escreet, Peter Macqueen and Claire Webzell. The Mystery of the…
Joe Martin is a modern day troubadour, a seasoned songwriter and performer having played to tens of…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Jane Weaver's illustrious career has produced an expansive library of music that has seen her…
Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel. Enjoy…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Looking for something creative to do with the family this Easter? Join us at Blackwell – the Arts &…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
'Signs of Spring' . . . Simple Watercolours for Beginners' with Carla Gebhard Join this…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Explore the Garden-Orchard and Woodland on the Georgian Tea Party themed Easter Egg Trail at…
Come and enjoy Swarthmoor at Easter! Complete the trail around our gardens to find the 12 letters…
Susannah Clegg is a Lancaster-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her…
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass wave, wall hanging and more then don't miss…
Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all…
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass bowl, wall hanging or freestanding curve,…
Trad. - Down by the Sally Gardens (arr. Buckley) Bax - Elegiac Trio Wright - Blow the Wind…


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