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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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122A Highgate, Kendal
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+
This course will explore multiple forms of fiction writing and some of the many roads into creative processes. Unpacking core literary devices and testing them in stories, students will use weekly…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tue 21 Apr- 16 Jun (8 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ yrs
An introduction to four different styles of printmaking suited to beginners or improvers to give a good grounding in producing a range of direct drawing prints. The course will cover Drypoint,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs
Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves moving together to a variety of music, exploring different styles, and creating movement in a fun,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs
Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves moving together to a variety of music, exploring different styles, and creating movement in a fun,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs
A great way to relax, learn a new skill and make something beautiful! This course is for both beginners and those with some experience who wish to develop their work with an opportunity…
122A Highgate, Kendal
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs
Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the opportunity to work in a safe, relaxed, and creative Print Room environment. Members have access to some specialist Print Room equipment and are able to pursue…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 Apr-1 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available. Please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available. Please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs
An open adult dance class for all abilities. The class will explore moving and connecting with your body. Get moving, feel amazing, and express yourself!
Through working with different Dance…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs
An open adult dance class for all abilities. The class will explore moving and connecting with your body. Get moving, feel amazing, and express yourself!
Through working with different Dance…
Inspiration
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome Isabella Briggs, Pianist to our Fratry…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and real…
Calling all music lovers are invited to a special fundraising concert in support of Blood Bikes…
Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all things sausage…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs A great way to relax, learn a new…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1-2.30pm | 7+ yrs Art Explorers is a creative and sociable mixed…
Do come along and join us, a lovely way to spend a Wednesday afternoon. The Cafe is open so why…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…


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