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 433 to 444.
Grasmere
On Christmas Day it was Dorothy's Wordsworth's birthday! Find out how Dorothy and her brother William celebrated when she lived in Dove Cottage over 200 years ago. We'll read some of her birthday journal entries and then try some Regency era…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
122A Highgate, Kendal
In the nooks and crannies of the old Shoemaker's shop live the Elves. These cheeky stowaways live off the odds and ends left behind at the end of the day; shoelaces, scraps of leather and sandwich crumbs. They stay hidden from the big world–that's…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Malt Room Standing
"Let's get ready…for crumble". The people's champions, The Lancashire Hotpots enter the ring for another round of music and mirth to give you the biggest night out of the year. Prepare for a no-holds barred night of unforgettable…
Kendal
It's been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe of characters and unforgettable pranks.
Now, to celebrate a quarter-century of chaos, Dom Joly is bringing…
122A Highgate, Kendal
FLEETWOOD BAC are the world's first and are regarded as the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute show, raved about by Peter Green's biographer, and were the first Fleetwood Mac tribute band to fully replicate the classic Stevie, Lindsey,…
Kendal
Ocean Colour Scene guitarist Steve Cradock is responsible for some of the most distinctive riffs of the past 30 years. The man who gave us signature riffs, ignited The Riverboat Song and Hundred Mile High and helped propel OCS to double-platinum…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Rhys has made a discovery that could fix everything. It's been staring him in the face the whole time, in a mirror held behind his head. If he can ignore his own problems for long enough, he might just be able to solve yours.
A fast, forensic show…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Plus Special Guests | Standard Theatre | Age Guidance 16+
Matt Bragg is one of the UK's most distinctive comedic voices, entertaining audiences around the world for over a decade. Now firmly established as one of comedy's most in-demand names, he's…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit…
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Nr Kendal
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in Holeslack barn, on Sizergh's estate.
Sizergh, Kendal
Whitehaven
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell Kenworthy (1858–1954). Kenworthy's portraits bring to life the people of West Cumbria during the Edwardian period. Through faces and stories, visitors can…
Inspiration
An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle. These sessions are accessible;…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 7.15-8.45pm | 14+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
To celebrate World Cucumber Day, Lake District Hotels are getting the party started early on Friday…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
A curated selection of independent growers and specialist nurseries gather at Dalemain along with…
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
Sometimes the wrong place is right where you need to be. Anna, a young woman who has abandoned her…
Malt Room Cabaret Seating A relaxed two hours of entertainment as a pre Pride aperitif. Spoken…
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration. Scottish singer/songwriter Gary…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Learn how to make your own herbal remedies for everyday ailments with medical herbalist, Bel…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's…
The Lake District Book Festival is an annual celebration of the written and the spoken word. It…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
HAWKSHEAD PARISH CHURCH MUSIC FOR A SUMMER EVENING 2026 All concerts start at 7.30 pm Tues. 2nd…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Rosehill are delighted to announce its return of The Whitehaven Flower Club for their upcoming…


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