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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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Carlisle
During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a series of fascinating space-themed talks and guided tours of the Moon. Stuart is a nationally recognised astronomy writer, outreach educator, amateur…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Grizedale, Ambleside
Join us for an inspiring planetarium show guaranteed to leave you excited and hopeful for the future of spaceflight. We begin with a presentation in the lounge, before moving to our planetarium for a viewing of the movie “Back to the Moon for…
Grizedale Observatory, Hawkshead
Penrith
Featuring the Cosmic Cumbria Astrophotography Exhibition launch, Film Premiere of Cumbria Night Skies and a talk by Professor Roger William Lewis Jones. This has been programmed to coincide with Cumbria Dark Skies Festival and the North Pennines…
Penrith
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's Community Gallery Space, to coincide and celebrate Cumbria's Dark Skies Festival. This interactive exhibition will take you on a cosmic journey from…
Coniston
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston Water. As daylight fades, paddle across the peaceful lake surrounded by the dramatic Coniston mountains and some of the Lake District's most…
Coniston Water, Coniston
MILNTHORPE, MILNTHORPE
Pop Up Gallery and selling exhibition.
23-25th October 11-4.
Kendal
Jason Byrne is back and "Byrning" brighter than ever, celebrating 30 glorious years of stand-up with his brand-new show, 30 Years Byrning.
Byrne delivers a riotous night of high-energy storytelling, surreal tangents and unstoppable laughter.…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Malt Room Standing | Age Guidance 16+ | Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult
Republica dominated the charts in the Nineties with the band's iconic and fiery front woman, Saffron. With their self-dubbed 'techno-pop, punk rock' sound. Republica led…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles and George MacKay
A charming, witty, and deeply relatable retelling of the Jane Austen 1811 novel of love and sisterhood.
Information about this Screening
These films are screened with the house…
Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read their thoughts at will.
Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, sell-out shows in Australia, and extensively touring North America…
Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read their thoughts at will.
Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, sell-out shows in Australia, and extensively touring North America and…
Crook Road, Kendal
Using the Autumn landscape as inspiration, join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a creative workshop inspired by the colours of the changing seasons.
This workshop is suitable for adults and teenagers - with adult supervision.
No drawing or painting…
Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Cumbria
Inspiration
Enjoy 15% off your festive shopping at Blackwell on Saturday 28 November. Exclusive to Lakeland…
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…
Join us for an inspiring planetarium show guaranteed to leave you excited and hopeful for the…
Looking for things to do this October Half Term in the Lake District? Get outdoors and head to Go…
ANYONE FOR TENNIS? A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill…
A powerful day of motivational and inspirational speakers, curated by former Paratrooper and…
Join Jo from JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will…
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light.…
Malt Room Standing | Age Guidance 16+ | Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult Republica dominated…
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection,…
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's…
Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
CELEBRATE THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY OF "ONE OF THE GREATEST FILMS IN THE LAST 50 YEARS" BBC Movie…
TRIP, born out of the vibrant Glasgow traditional music scene, unite the kindred Celtic traditions…
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family? Take on the Halloween Potion…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Environmental and social change come to the big screen this autumn, with documentaries, short films…
Fear returns to Muncaster with a vengeance from 29 - 31 October at SCARECASTER - our spine-tingling…
Cult horror, supernatural cinema and big-screen scares come to Brewery Arts this autumn, with…
Join us for our planetarium show about one of the most fascinating and topical subjects in modern…
Are you ready for a spooky Halloween? Join us for hot chocolate, gingerbread, and Halloween crafts…
During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Set in the present day, Gaby Gulliver, an eight-year-old child, is sent on an errand into the woods…


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