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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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The Racecourse, Cartmel
The Lake District Book Festival is an annual celebration of the written and the spoken word. It takes place at Cartmel Racecourse in Cumbria during the second weekend of June, the first festival taking place 12th-14th June 2026.
The Lake District…
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Newby Bridge
Susannah Clegg is a Lancaster-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her work with indie-rock band Sidley Park and bluegrass group The Long Nights Band. As a solo artist, she blends powerful vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Wirral-born Louisa Roach has built She Drew The Gun into a project that fully lives up to its incendiary name. A place for Roach to explore a visceral musical world informed by influences ranging 80's electronica, hip-hop, political poetry, and…
Whitehaven
George Hardy is a shepherd who loves to read murder mysteries to his sheep, never suspecting that they can understand him.
When George is found dead under mysterious circumstances, the sheep decide to solve the crime themselves, even if it means…
Penrith
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty. It is within reach of Leeds, Middlesbrough,…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
The Racecourse, Cartmel
A long weekend of talks, panels and debates celebrating writers, writing and the spoken word at Cartmel Racecourse.
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Satherthwaite
A trail running weekend with two unique races.
Penrith
Learn how to make your own herbal remedies for everyday ailments with medical herbalist, Bel Charlesworth.
Here at Acorn Bank, is the largest medicinal herb garden in the National Trust's care. The perfect place to join Bel Charlesworth, who is a…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Moresby, Whitehaven
Rosehill are delighted to announce its return of The Whitehaven Flower Club for their upcoming Summer Gala demonstration Colours of a Rainbow with special guest arranger Sara Barrow.
Whether you're an experienced arranger or completely new to the…
Keswick
To celebrate World Cucumber Day, Lake District Hotels are getting the party started early on Friday 12th June and you're invited!
4pm – 5pm Bring along a cucumber to one of our bars and we'll swap it for a FREE Hendrick's Gin & Fever-Tree Tonic…
Penrith
Step into an intimate dinner, hosted by our Executive Chef Chris, as he creates a 5 course dinner menu inspired by his livelihood and what inspires him. Upgrade to an optional wine pairing experience for £27.50. Contact our reception team to book on…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…
Inspiration
Try wild swimming in the Lake District. All you need to do is book, bring your swimming costume and…
Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
Thu 23 Apr- 18 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Enhance your drawing skills in a welcoming, relaxed…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
11.30am-5pm | 16+ yrs Explore acrylic painting and mixed media using a fresh still life of flowers…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's…
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners,…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers…
A 5km circular guided walk around an estate that has recently undergone extensive nature recovery…
Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs Designed for those with life drawing experience,…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Spend a lovely Day with Mark creating a characterful 'Green Man for the Garden' in Stoneware. A…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
Guided walk at RSPB Geltsdale looking at how nature and agriculture and history co-exist in the…
On May 30, the Metropolitan Opera's 2025–26 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…


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