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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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Kendal
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock Solid?2 from 9th May to 29th June. This exhibition at the People's Gallery, Kendal Museum will run alongside a series of events including an art trail…
Barrow-in-Furness
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he befriends the resourceful Ratty, the gruff Badger, and the infamous Toad of Toad Hall (Poop-poop!).
Troutbeck, Windermere
Broadoaks is the fairytale Lake District wedding venue to host your special day. Steeped in history, beautiful to view and magical to feel, you will never forget this special place.
Not too far from the beaten path, but far enough to feel like a…
Brougham, Penrith
Bring your family and step back in time to the 1940s!
*Authentic living history *Military vehicles *Live vintage music from The Bobby Pin Ups and Rachel Mercer *Film footage exhibition of Britain at War *Period costume *Old style canvas tents…
Brougham Hall, Cumbria
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Enjoy a STEAM-filled weekend brimming with insightful talks, engaging workshops, and events for everyone!
Get involved in conversations with Award winning material scientist Anna Ploszajski, The Institute of Physics, The Royal Society of Chemistry,…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Grange-over-Sands
Our annual Spring Fair returns on May 11th and 12th with the always popular 'Fun Dog Show' running both days. We'll also have live entertainment & music, great food & drinks and fabulous shopping. Admission to the Hall & Gardens is included in the…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Penrith
Have you always wanted to write but you're not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to write your novel and feel like you need a helping hand to keep going? Then, why not enjoy a morning with Emma in her creative, informal writing…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Bowness-on-Windermere
Dr Anna Ploszajski is an award-winning materials scientist, author, presenter, comedian and storyteller. She's a materials generalist, equally fascinated by metals, plastics, ceramics, glasses and substances from the natural world. Her work centres…
Market St, Egremont
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of blossoms, creativity, and camaraderie? Welcome to my Monthly Friends and Flower Club – where floral enthusiasts come together in an inspiring and welcoming environment to indulge in the beauty of…
Keswick
The autumn 23/24 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Ambleside
A 112 mile charity sportive around the English Lake District.
Penrith
Have you always wanted to write but you're not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to write your novel and feel like you need a helping hand to keep going? Then why not enjoy an afternoon with Emma in her creative, informal writing…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Inspiration
Dr Anna Ploszajski is an award-winning materials scientist, author, presenter, comedian and…
Have you always wanted to write but you're not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Join local historian and archaeologist Dan Elsworth for this informative illustrated talk covering…
The Disabled Ramblers is a small national charity working to help those with limited mobility to…
Learn a traditional rural craft and make your own timeless round basket with a handle. A course for…
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of blossoms, creativity, and camaraderie? Welcome to…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Our annual Spring Fair returns on May 11th and 12th with the always popular 'Fun Dog Show' running…
Spend time in Acorn Bank garden and woodland with Wild Soul practitioner Alex Murgatroyd who will…
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
In this humourous, multi-role playing adaptation, Hotbuckle invites us to enter the world of The…
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
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