You are here: Home > What's On
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.
Number of results: 504
, currently showing 109 to 120.
Glenridding
Our Summer Sizzler will serve up the very best of summer grub, all while you relax by the shores of Ullswater, framed by the spectacular surrounding fells. Start your afternoon with a glass of Pimm's on arrival, then sit back and soak up the…
Hutton-in-the-Forest, Penrith
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the Lake District. A visit to Hutton is a remarkable journey through time, with its medieval Stone Hall and Walled Gardens, that have been in Lord…
Hutton-in-the-Forest Historic House, Penrith
Cockermouth
The Rotary club's family gala returns
Sunday June 28 2026.
Big trucks and
fairground rides, face painting and much more...
.... Adults £5, children free. Entry includes free rides
(Entry vis Wakefield Road), Cockermouth
TOUCH A TRUCK
Cockermouth Rotary Club Family Fun Day
BIG vehicles. BIG fun
Barrow in Furness
Annual charity cycle event comprising four routes of either 13, 25, 50, or 71 miles. The event begins and ends in Barrow in Furness with riders cycling through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the lake district
Howtown, Penrith
With 4 race options and 3 distances in each to choose from, the event is ideal for both novice and experienced participants and we encourage you to take advantage of the camping facilities at Park Foot and stay for the weekend!
Pooley Bridge
Ullswater Epicman Triathlon is based at Park Foot Holiday Park. You can choose either the Sprint, Standard or Epicman Middle distance triathlon races. The event starts with a 1900m, 1500m or 750m swim in Ullswater, followed by an undulating 90k,…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Swap the frenzy of Henman Hill for the sweep of Ullswater's fells this July as Another Place, The Lake serves up a tennis experience to remember on The Glasshouse lawn.
Get into the summer spirit with traditional garden games on the grass and…
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Mark Hatton, a researcher and enthusiast of local mining history will be joining us to explore the heritage of Coniston Coppermines: the story of the discovery of rich veins of copper at Coniston & the men, women & children who worked them over the…
Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Hawkshead
Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Alastair Savage to the Fratry Hall. Organised as part of the free recital series.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the…
Inspiration
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's…
21 Apr – 30 Jun (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
A trail running weekend with two unique races.
DISCOVER, EXPLORE, IMAGINE – BEAKID Beakid is The Beacon Museum's creative, hands-on monthly…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
Thu 23 Apr- 18 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Enhance your drawing skills in a welcoming, relaxed…
Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration. Scottish singer/songwriter Gary…
Before we say goodbye to I Grew Up 90s exhibition (on 21 June), we wanted to celebrate the decade a…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
Wirral-born Louisa Roach has built She Drew The Gun into a project that fully lives up to its…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
Step into an intimate dinner, hosted by our Executive Chef Chris, as he creates a 5 course dinner…
The Lake District Book Festival is an annual celebration of the written and the spoken word. It…
REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Summer Sing 2026 - Gospel Music- held at The Pencil Factory Keswick on Saturday 13th June 2026 10am…


We’re having a party - come and join us.
Running an event?
Are you organising an event and would like to advertise it on the What's On section of Visit Lake District? Let us know! We welcome any new event submissions throughout the year.
Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
Cumbria Tourism, Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL