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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.
This November, check out the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 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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Keswick
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh produce and gifts.
Wigton
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household essentials.
Carlisle
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically towards the future).
Kendal
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a collection of beautiful drawings exploring the connection between people and nature.
London-based artist Charmaine Watkiss (b.1964) examines…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Workington
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Workington
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Brampton
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared histories between Britain and Romania, which began nearly two millennia ago. The earliest group of 'Romanians' to live and work in Britain arrived more…
Birdoswald Roman Fort, Brampton
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024 exhibition. Learn how the curriculum, rules, past students and cultural changes impacted the Grammar School between the Elizabethan and Edwardian eras…
Nr Kendal
The Sizergh estate hosts a collection of ancient trees, those trees which are remarkably old for their species from 150 year old birch trees to a 2,000 year old yew tree.
Have you ever walked past a really big tree and wondered how old it is? Have…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Penrith
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November
Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9 years to share his brand-new Herdwick portraits. With breathtaking landscapes and compelling stories, this beautiful exhibition will transport you to the…
Sedbergh
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape
As a printmaker using linocut and wood engraving, I create relief prints here at the Mill in my studio on level 2. From my sketches of the landscape of Cumbria I am inspired…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Inspiration
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
Three newly adapted episodes for 2024 The nation's favourite sitcom returns! The boys are…
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
LITTLE STARS A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle…
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria: Kendal -…
he Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with another Amazing family…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £26 | Malt Room Seckou Keita is a renowned kora virtuoso who stands as a…
Have you got what it takes to save Dolly the steamboat from the waters of Windermere? Have a go at…
Holker Hall’s seasonal Winter Market once again returns on 1 – 3 November as an early offering for…
Join us for an evening with Annabelle Lecter- plenty of laughs, lip syncs and a tale or two,…
This very special full day photography workshop is guided by Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Nosferatu (1922) is arguably the film that gave birth to the horror genre. Chris Green's new score…
Indulge in a delightful array of traditional Indian cuisine, from a delectable afternoon tea to…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
Do not miss this 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
Friday 1 November 11:00/14:00) Foolishly John Lambton throws the strange googly eyed fish back…
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria. Music from…
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