to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
What’s On in the Lake District and Cumbria
Refine By
Number of results: 202
, currently showing 1 to 12.
Ongoing Events
Address
Cumbria, PENRITH, Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock, Cumbria, CA11 0LPTelephone
01768 486442Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree, shimmering lights, snow-capped fells – and a 200-square-metre ice rink overlooking the lake – will transform the Another Place grounds this winter.
Open…
Dates
- From:
- 20 Nov 2025to22 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
- From:
- 27 Dec 2025to29 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
- From:
- 2 Jan 2026to10 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Signal Film and Media, Cooke's Studios, 102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QRTelephone
+441229838592102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces. Their ARTIST LAB EXHIBITION showcases bold new work shaped by landscape and protest from 14 emerging artists connected to Cumbria and the wider North…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to20 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
- From:
- 6 Jan 2026to31 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Penrith Players Theatre, Penrith Playhouse, Auctionmart Ln, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JGTelephone
01234567890Auctionmart Ln, Penrith
The traditional tale of Cinderella, but with hilarious twists!
All the traditional elements of that most British of institutions, the Pantomime. Suitable for all ages, You will encounter:
a Fairy Godmother new to the job, a downtrodden Cinders…
Dates
- From:
- 17 Dec 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
Address
Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Enjoy a magical evening of Christmas storytelling in Dove Cottage.
We'll first meet in our stunning Museum, where we'll take you on a short Christmas-themed tour and reveal the stories behind some of the special objects on display, including…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 18 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30
Address
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Every Christmas the Carlisle Cathedral choirs join forces for the annual Christmas Concert; this year our boy and girl choristers, Consort and Lay Clerks will be singing Carols by Candlelight - the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat, including…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 18 Dec 2025to19 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Address
Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Step back in time to Regency England with this Christmas fireside talk.
Immerse yourself in the cosy, festive atmosphere of Dove Cottage and discover how Dorothy Wordsworth celebrated Christmas 200 years ago.
A glass of non-alcoholic mulled…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 18 Dec 2025Open 16:00 - 16:30
Address
The Old Laundry Theatre, Crag Bow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
015394 40872Bowness on Windermere
Set in a radio station in the 1940's, we have a very busy sound FX artist and lots of actors playing over 30 characters. Feel the spirit of Christmas as Frank Capra's 1946 Christmas film comes vividly to life!
It's Christmas Eve in Bedford Falls.…
Dates
- From:
- 18 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Address
Mine Tour at Honister Slate Mine, Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNTelephone
01768777230Borrowdale, Keswick
Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain!
Ho-Ho-Honister is back for 2025 with even more festive magic. Journey aboard the Honister bus into the heart of the fells before venturing underground with one of…
Dates
- From:
- 18 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 15:00
Address
Townend, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LBTelephone
015394 32628Windermere
Step back in time with Townend's Victorian Christmas. The fire is roaring, the house decked with traditional festive foliage and the smells of Christmas fill the air. There is festive food on display to feast your eyes on and the gentle aroma of…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 19 Dec 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
Address
County Square, County Square, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7LZTelephone
01229 820000County Square, Ulverston
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe storming, prime time TV smashing acts;
MATT BRAGG
"Effortless Style" – Ricky Gervais
"Great stuff, excellent gags!" – Harry Hill
John Bishop Tour…Dates
- From:
- 19 Dec 2025Open 18:50 - 22:00
Address
Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics.
Don't miss your chance to see our latest hand-picked selection of multiple stand-ups from the national circuit. Their names may not seem familiar but many are successful…
Dates
- From:
- 19 Dec 2025Open 20:00 - 22:30
Sedbergh
Your chance to make something beautiful for Christmas.
Would you like to learn how to make a beautiful beaded Christmas bauble? Join us in Sedbergh this December for a joyful, hands-on workshop. It's a festive, social event complete with hot drinks…
Dates
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 15:30
Inspiration
Whether a glamping adventure or afternoon tea at a heritage railway, gift a little sparkle with vouchers for unforgettable experiences.- 1 Jan 202531 Dec 2025
- Our new travel planner enables you to plan your trip in the most efficient way possible.
- Search our jam-packed catalogue of year-round activities and workshops which are sure to inspire you!
- Check out the packed, year-round programme of arts and culture events and exhibitions.
- Get the best seat in the house and settle in for thrills and adventure with our selection of stage and big screen entertainment all year round.
- Get the latest news and inspiration, straight from the Lake District, Cumbria to your inbox! Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here.
What's On This Week
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
Openings
Season
1st February 2025-31st December 2025Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree,…
Openings
Season
20th November 2025-22nd December 2025On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
Openings
Season
1st February 2025-31st December 2025On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
Openings
Season
1st February 2025-31st December 2025This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
Openings
Season
20th December 2025Season
21st December 2025Season
22nd December 2025Season
23rd December 2025Season
24th December 2025Season
24th December 2025I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days…
Openings
Season
17th September 2025-21st December 2025Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
Openings
Season
19th December 2025Come and celebrate the festive season with us and enjoy an evening full of great West Cumbrian…
Openings
Season
20th December 2025Meet Ted, a cautious old soul living all alone in a busy, bustling town. He likes it that way. It's…
Openings
Season
10th December 2025-27th December 2025The traditional tale of Cinderella, but with hilarious twists! All the traditional elements of…
Openings
Season
17th December 2025-20th December 2025Season
20th December 2025CHRISTMAS EVE & DAY & MEDITATION RETREAT Celebrate Christmas in a different way This Christmas,…
Openings
Season
24th December 2025-28th December 2025Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Openings
Season
12th February 2025-20th December 2025William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Openings
Season
4th November 2025-21st December 2025Join JAG Outdoors for a very family friendly festive walk around the forest at night. The event…
Openings
Season
20th December 2025There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
Openings
Season
21st November 2025-24th December 2025Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Openings
Season
4th November 2025-21st December 2025Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain! Ho-Ho-Honister is…
Openings
Season
18th December 2025-23rd December 2025Find a Christmas carols service to go to in Cumbria. Search the whole county and use the map to…
Openings
Season
17th December 2025-24th December 2025Join us for a traditional service of lessons and carols by candlelight in the beautiful…
Openings
Season
21st December 2025We will gather to honour the longest night and welcome the rebirth of the sun. Join in a…
Openings
Season
21st December 2025Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey Step aboard our magical…
Openings
Season
22nd November 2025-24th December 2025Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Openings
Season
7th November 2025-11th April 2026We can't wait to welcome Rob Young to The Swan this Christmas Eve for a magical evening of live…
Openings
Season
24th December 2025Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to…
Openings
Season
21st December 2025
We’re having a party - come and join us.
Summer is a time of festivals and celebrations in Cumbria and the Lake District. Click here to find inspiration and events.
Running an event?
You may also like
Follow The Lake District, Cumbria on Social Media
Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
Ratings Powered By
© Cumbria Tourism