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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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Barrow-in-Furness
As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010's The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013's Let It All In, numerous UK and European tours and a triumphant farewell at the Queen…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays…
Nr Kendal
Join award-winning photographer and visual artist Joanne Coates for a midsummer guided walk and creative cyanotype workshop that brings together landscape, land-use and image-making. Explore Joanne's site-specific project Daughters of the Soil,…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Newby Bridge
Windermere Ring – Walk the Fells and Valleys around Lake Windermere
Full event details here: https://www.secrethillswalking.co.uk/tour/windermere-ring-walk-the-fells-and-valley-around-lake-windermere/
The Lake District is England's only true…
Moresby, Whitehaven
One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby… Scott Bennett from Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance and The News Quiz tells the amazing true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition, congenital…
Ambleside
This retreat is a spiritual and creative journey, a cocoon of connection, to ourselves, to each other and to God.
Nancy's ethos as an artist and facilitator is directly linked to her spirituality. This retreat takes inspiration from The Artist's…
Keswick
The annual Keswick Convention has been taking place since 1875. A completely free event offering life-changing Bible teaching, worship and fellowship, with fantastic Kids & Youth programme for 3-18 year olds, in the heart of the beautiful Lake…
Ambleside
Participants will learn about:
*The fascinating history of the process
*Talk about design elements (and possibly collect objects/plants from around the grounds) to act as a "resist". Responding to the local environment and discussing ideas for a…
Ambleside
Come and give Trail running in the Lake District a try, with its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes and market towns. 5 distances to choose from; 9km, 14km, 25km, 44km and 52km.
Moresby, Whitehaven
We are thrilled to have Emma return to Rosehill with TWO nights of delving deep into the worlds most MURDEROUS MINDS.
Murderous Minds isn't just a retelling of crimes—it's an unflinching journey into the psyche of killers, exploring the dark…
Nr Kendal
Join Joanne Coates for a walk and talk discussing her Daughters of the Soil work — how farming, land, labour and image co-exist. You will set off on a guided walk through the fields, hedgerows and a place that hosts a working farm during the harvest…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Ambleside
This is a two day course which covers the rise of the arts and literary movement called modernism. Taking the book by Julia Kristeva poetry and revolution as our inspiration We can see how poetry was changed in the hands of the artists of the 19th…
Inspiration
On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
Join JAG Outdoors for a very family friendly festive walk around the forest at night. The event…
Enter the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense. There's a wolf coming… but for now, The Three…
There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
Get creative with us this Christmas holidays at Abbot Hall. Make a Clothes Peg Doll Materials will…
What was Christmas like when the Wordsworths lived at Dove Cottage 200 years ago? Have a go at some…
Join us this festive season for hands-on family fun at Windermere Jetty Museum. Whether you're…
This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
On 17 October 2025 18:00-19:00 Over a period of ten years, Teesdale based artist, Andy Beck,…
Enjoy a magical evening of Christmas storytelling in Dove Cottage. We'll first meet in our…
Tuesday 16th December 2025 Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three…
✨ Santa's Grotto Experience – Just £10 per Child! (Adults go free!) Step into the magic of…
On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
A restorative floating sound bath in the heart of the Lake District. Renew your mind, body and soul…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to…
Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree,…
On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
Come one, come all, to The Swan Hotel's lair, The Grinch himself will be waiting there! This…
This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted…


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