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What’s On in the Lake District and Cumbria

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 – so you can follow a 5k run with a beer and some live music. Discover national, international, and local artists: they can all be found on stages across the Lake District, Cumbria.

We’ve no shortage of festivals that celebrate the great outdoors, either, which is 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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What's On This Week

George Szirtes, Speaking at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
An Evening with George Szirtes

Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our contemporary poetry reading series 'Go to the poets, they…

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29th March 2023
Silver Jewellery Earrings & Pendants at Cowshed Creative in Staveley, Lake District
Silver Jewellery Earrings & Pendants at Cowshed Creative

Develop your jewellery making skills, explore surface pattern and texture and create your own…

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1st April 2023
Needle Felt Spring Songbirds Workshop at Cowshed Creative in Staveley, Cumbria
Needle Felt Spring Songbirds at Cowshed Creative

With spring in the air, what a great time to celebrate by creating your own song bird in wool. …

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31st March 2023
MOORCROFT ART POTTERY EVENT
MOORCROFT ART POTTERY EVENT

Moorcroft Invites You to Enjoy the Unspoilt Beauty of Grasmere Discover the wonder of a UNESCO…

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24th March 2023-26th March 2023
Cyclists at the Breeze Cycle Skills and Ride in Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
Breeze Cycle Skills and Ride

These free sessions, ran by friendly Breeze Champions who have also trained as cycle coaches, are…

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30th March 2023
NT Live 2023: Life of Pi at Fellinis in Ambleside, Lake District
NT Live 2023: Life of Pi

Puppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the…

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30th March 2023
Unearthed, a new installation by Amy Williams at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
Unearthed, A New Installation by Amy Williams

Unearthed is a vibrant installation of oversized paper wildflowers representing ten extraordinary…

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27th January 2023-4th June 2023
Photo of Dave Manning for a Performance at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar in Ambleside, Lake District
Dave Manning at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar

He's played Folsom Prison. He's opened for the likes of Dan Bern, Mose Allison, and Squirrel Nut…

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1st April 2023
Photo from the Whinlatter Wow Trail for an Exclusive Preview and Afternoon Tea Event in Whinlatter Forest, Lake District
Whinlatter Wow Trail - Exclusive Preview and Afternoon Tea

Shhhh…can you keep a secret? We're very excited - our brand-new walking trail opens at Whinlatter…

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29th March 2023
Introduction to Sugarcraft Flowers Workshop at Hare Hill Barn in The Lake District, Cumbria
Introduction to Sugarcraft Flowers

This exciting new workshop with Hanne Crank provides a wonderful introduction to sugar work; making…

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1st April 2023
Around the World in 80 Days at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Lake District
Around the World in 80 Days

All aboard for an adventure of global proportions! With the single-minded Detective Fix of…

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31st March 2023-29th April 2023
Classic Cars for Classic Drive & Ride In Day at Lakeland Motor Museum in Newby Bridge, Lake District
Classic Drive & Ride In Day

Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the…

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1st April 2023
Sheep in Cumbria, an Advert for Forty Farms at Windermere Jetty Museum in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
Forty Farms

A unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through…

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4th March 2023-4th June 2023
To the Lakes! Exhibition at Wordsworth Grasmere in Grasmere, Lake District
To the Lakes!

With its beautiful, dramatic scenery and rich history it is easy to understand why people are drawn…

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18th February 2023-30th December 2023
Catfish (band) at Bowness Bay Blues in
Bowness Bay Blues

Bowness Bay Blues is a 3 day music festival on March 31st to 2nd April.There is music in venues in…

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31st March 2023-2nd April 2023
NT Connections Festival at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Lake District
NT Connections Festival

Every year, the National Theatre commission ten new plays for young people to perform, bringing…

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25th March 2023-26th March 2023
Flyer for a Nature Connection Walk with My Wild Soul at Sizergh Castle (National Trust) in Sizergh, Cumbria
Wild Soul Walk

Nature connection and mindfulness walk. Fully accessible route, around 1 mile.

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31st March 2023
Poster for the Royal Opera: Turandot at Fellinis in Ambleside, Cumbria
Royal Opera 2022/23 Season: Turandot

In the court of Princess Turandot, suitors who fail to solve her riddles are brutally killed. But…

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26th March 2023
Easter Trail 2023
Easter Trail 2023

Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Enjoy an…

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1st April 2023-23rd April 2023
Jake Morley and Amy Jo at The Old Laundry Theatre in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
Jake Morley and Amy Jo

Rock on Kendal, supported by Macbeth Scott & Co. Insurance Brokers and Financial Advisers, presents…

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29th March 2023
Photo of Pete Major for Performances at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar in Ambleside, Lake District
Pete Major at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar

Enjoy drinks or dinner in our intimate Jazz Venue with Much-respected Cumbrian pianist Pete Major…

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31st March 2023
Poster for NT Live 2023: Life of Pi, Showing at Fellinis in Ambleside, Lake District
NT Live 2023: Life of Pi

Puppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the…

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30th March 2023
Brought To Light Photography Exhibition
Brought To Light Photography Exhibition

See the 19th century Lakeland Photographs of Herbert Bell and Rupert Potter brought to life for…

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25th March 2023-29th October 2023
Sheep in Cumbria, an Advert for Forty Farms at Windermere Jetty Museum in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
Forty Farms

A unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through…

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4th March 2023-4th June 2023
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  • 1An Evening with George Szirtes
  • 2Silver Jewellery Earrings & Pendants at Cowshed Creative
  • 3Needle Felt Spring Songbirds at Cowshed Creative
  • 4MOORCROFT ART POTTERY EVENT
  • 5Breeze Cycle Skills and Ride
  • 6NT Live 2023: Life of Pi
  • 7Unearthed, A New Installation by Amy Williams
  • 8Dave Manning at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar
  • 9Whinlatter Wow Trail - Exclusive Preview and Afternoon Tea
  • 10Introduction to Sugarcraft Flowers
  • 11Around the World in 80 Days
  • 12Classic Drive & Ride In Day
  • 13Forty Farms
  • 14To the Lakes!
  • 15Bowness Bay Blues
  • 16NT Connections Festival
  • 17Wild Soul Walk
  • 18Royal Opera 2022/23 Season: Turandot
  • 19Easter Trail 2023
  • 20Jake Morley and Amy Jo
  • 21Pete Major at Zeffirellis Jazz Bar
  • 22NT Live 2023: Life of Pi
  • 23Brought To Light Photography Exhibition
  • 24Forty Farms
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