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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake on a family friendly half day workshop.
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Keswick
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Aquarelle Guitar Quartet
Rossini Sinfonia from The Italian Girl in Algiers
Rimsky-Korsakov Capriccio Espagnol (arr. William Kanengiser)
Ariel Ramírez and Félix Luna Alfonsina y el mar
Traditional…
Coniston
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Ruskin's historic lakeside home plays host to two intricate and imaginative concerts with duo Flutes & Frets, known for their onstage chemistry and audience interaction.
The first concert explores…
Staveley
Sheep Dog Trials running all day along with an open dog show, hound trail races, craft stalls, bar and food.
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Schubert String Quartet in A minor Op.29 'Rosamunde'
Ravel String Quartet in F
Kindly supported by Ian & Susan Pettman
The spectacular setting of Cartmel's medieval priory is the venue for this…
Cartmel Priory, Cartmel
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Britten Fanfare for St Edmundsbury
Rossini Overture to William Tell
Mussorgsky Suite from Pictures at an Exhibition (arr. Cox & Knight)
Handel Music for the Royal Fireworks
Does music sound better on…
Cartmel Priory, Cartmel
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Ruby Hughes - Soprano | Huw Watkins - Piano
Bach Sarabande from Partita No.4
Purcell By Beautious softness arr. Ades
Purcell Music for a while arr. Tippett
Britten Folk Song arrangements
Huw Watkins…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Haydn String Quartet in F Op.50, No.5 'Dream'
Webern Langsamer satz
Mark-Anthony Turnage Laura
Britten String Quartet No.1
Kindly supported by the Kirckman Concert Society
From the elegant wit of…
Newby Bridge
Molly Warburton, a UK Indie Pop singer-songwriter from Lancaster, will be joining us at The Swan on 7th August for a night of live music!
Previously featured on BBC Introducing, MusicCrowns, and Spotify Editorial Playlists, Molly's soulful sound…
Ravenglass
Calling all local talent – and local music lovers!
Join us for Muncaster Castle's monthly Open Mic Night, a relaxed and welcoming evening celebrating the best of our local music scene.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out, this…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Ravenglass
Will you race the tide this August 7–9 2026?
Race the Tide challenges runners of all levels to tackle a one-of-a-kind 10km obstacle race in the Lake District. The spectacular course navigates wild, natural terrain where participants crawl through…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Grange-over-Sands
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Coleridge-Taylor Five Fantasiestücke for String Quartet, Op.5
Elgar String Quartet in E minor
Kindly supported by Ian & Susan Pettman
Coleridge-Taylor's graceful, characterful miniatures are paired…
Inspiration
The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers…
We are hosting the Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hike, a charity walking event. Participants will…
Guided walk at RSPB Geltsdale looking at how nature and agriculture and history co-exist in the…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 23 Apr- 18 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Enhance your drawing skills in a welcoming, relaxed…
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 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…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm…
Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…
Seventy-five years before the Broadway musical, the true story of jazz-loving murderess Roxie Hart…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm 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,…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Spend a lovely Day with Mark creating a characterful 'Green Man for the Garden' in Stoneware. A…
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Join Bel Charlesworth, medical herbalist, for a walk around Acorn Bank's walled herb garden…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Looking for things to do this May half term in the Lake District? Escape the ordinary and head to…
Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer…


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