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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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Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer celebration held in the stunning Holker Hall and Gardens Courtyard. Enjoy live tunes, delicious seasonal dishes, and expertly poured beers in a vibrant,…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Brampton
Become a pottery illustrator! Getting hands on with the pottery collection at the Roman Army Museum as you learn to draw accurately like an archaeologist.
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Braithwaite, Keswick
️ Conquer Whinlatter! – Trail Half Marathon & 10K – May 2026 ️
Are you ready to take on one of the toughest and most scenic trail events in the Lake District?
Join Wild Deer Events in May 2026 for the Whinlatter Trail Half Marathon & 10K, a…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
10km and half marathon trail runs within Whinlatter Forest
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
W Strand, Whitehaven
DISCOVER, EXPLORE, IMAGINE – BEAKID
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Keswick
Join us for our fantastic Calvert Stables Open Day and experience the yard like never before. This family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to meet our ponies, explore our facilities, and learn more about what we offer. Throughout the day,…
The Racecourse, Cartmel
The first ever Cartmel Gathering. Come along to our day of racing alongside Cumberland & Westmorland Wrestling; Young Farmers, rugby clubs, businesses and professional clubs are invited to compete in a Tug of War Competition, Cartmel Show stalls…
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Broughton-in-Furness
A concert of choral music performed by chamber choir Coro Camino - A choral pilgrimage across continents and centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber.
An entertaining and varied programme of sacred and secular music - ancient and modern.…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Peat & Diesel are hitting the road running in 2026! The island-powered trio bring their unstoppable live show to Brewery Arts, delivering full-throttle anthems, chaos, singalongs, and maybe even some new choons to boot!
Ulverston
A concert of choral music performed by chamber choir Coro Camino - A choral pilgrimage across continents and centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber.
An entertaining and varied programme of sacred and secular music - ancient and modern.…
Keswick
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There'll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Nora Brown is the "brightest young star in old-time music" Songlines, playing traditional music focused on southern Appalachian banjo and guitar, with her singing revealing her "thirst for storytelling." NPR. She digs deep: "a reverent nod to…
Inspiration
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Join Steve Dickinson at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 28 April for a fascinating talk on Cumbria's…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
The Wordsworth Singers, directed by Andy McTaggart are giving a late afternoon concert 'Wakening…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 24 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 6-8pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Simon Yates of Touching the Void returns to Brewery Arts, Kendal, with his new talk 'Pleasure and…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Join us for a full two days and one evening of Eat Street Bringing together 16 of Cumbria's very…
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
You'll start with a 400m swim in the pool and then transition to your bike for an out and back…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
Join us and our Accredited Conservator, Caroline Bendix. Caroline has 40 years' experience, working…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Calling all local talent – and local music lovers! Join us for Muncaster Castle's monthly Open Mic…


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