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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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Conishead Priory, Ulverston
✨ Create magical family memories with joy, connection, and calm
SPECIAL FAMILY WEEKEND MAY 1 - 4 / THIS YEAR: Finding Real Happiness
A chance for families to meet, have fun and enjoy a joyful weekend with a difference!
A weekend with a difference!…
Kewswick
Sign up to take on this unique triathlon event, while raising funds for Turning Tides, a homelessness charity supporting people in W Sussex!
Bikes, Boots, Boats
Sign up to take on this one-of-a-kind triathlon event, while raising vital funds for…
Bowness-on-Windermere
*WORLD PREMIERE
From Tom MacRae, the writer of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, comes a brand-new original musical based around classic Victoria Wood songs.
Peggy is recently divorced and lost in life, when a chance meeting with her childhood best…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Newby Bridge
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs, with a special interest in jazz 'n' blues. Her soulful vocals and jazzy piano styles make her live performances a great experience.
We're looking…
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
Ambleside
A performance of Faure's celebrated Requiem and the wonderfully uplifting Magnificat by John Rutter. With orchestra.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Calling all music lovers are invited to a special fundraising concert in support of Blood Bikes Cumbria, featuring live performances from Phil Lewthwaite and Keri Farish.
The event aims to raise vital funds for Blood Bikes Cumbria, a volunteer‑run…
Whitehaven
Join us for a full two days and one evening of Eat Street
Bringing together 16 of Cumbria's very best street food traders, serving world-class, worldwide dishes made by local people, alongside live local music and a relaxed, social atmosphere…
Maryport
Join us for a full two days and one evening of Eat Street
Bringing together 16 of Cumbria's very best street food traders, serving world-class, worldwide dishes made by local people, alongside live local music and a relaxed, social atmosphere…
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…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake on a 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 techniques of landscape…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Inspiration
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Sign up to take on this unique triathlon event, while raising funds for Turning Tides, a…
Celebrating the magic of Marmalade, the festival has become a highlight of the Cumbrian Spring…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Join us and our Accredited Conservator, Caroline Bendix. Caroline has 40 years' experience, working…
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
My name is Naomi Louise Rae B.A.(Hons) PG Dip, M.Sc. and I have lived within the Lancaster and…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Amateur performance of the hilarious comedy by Ian Gower and Paul Carter adapted from the original…
✨ Create magical family memories with joy, connection, and calm SPECIAL FAMILY WEEKEND MAY 1 - 4 /…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 7.15-8.45pm | 14+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and real…
Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…


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