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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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Ulverston
Join us for an all women's wellness festival based in the The Lake District this Spring.
Enjoy two days of movement, connection, sunshine & spritz with likeminded women.
With day tickets and full weekend passes available, you can move, breathe,…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Celebrate St George's Day in style with an unforgettable afternoon of music at Rosehill
Join the Whitehaven Male Voice Choir and the Whitehaven Brass Band as they come together for a rousing concert filled with stirring melodies, rich harmonies,…
Wigton
Wigton will play host to another Taste Cumbria festival on Saturday 25 April 2026.
It's the sixth time the event has been held in Wigton and we can't wait to come back to this great little town.
Here's a flavour of the festival line-up – all of…
Penrith
Celebrating the magic of Marmalade, the festival has become a highlight of the Cumbrian Spring calendar.
Thousands of jars of marmalade entered into the competition by Artisans and Home Makers will be judged and on display throughout the Mansion.…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
122A Highgate, Kendal
Verbalise is one of Brewery Arts' most beloved community events, where emerging voices meet world-renowned artists on a shared stage. Sign up and take part, or sit back and enjoy!
Rosy Carrick is a writer, performer, translator, compere and bad-ass…
Kendal
You'll start with a 400m swim in the pool and then transition to your bike for an out and back route which has a timed out neutral zone. Finally, a 5km off-road run using the route of the old canal for a short distance then onto woodland trails and…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter's rescue. But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it…
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Join us and our Accredited Conservator, Caroline Bendix. Caroline has 40 years' experience, working for major heritage sites and many private and municipal collections. She has been the expert collections advisor at Hawkshead Grammar School since…
Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Hawkshead
The Abbey, Carlisle
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 29th April organised as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral.
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
122A Highgate, Kendal
Simon Yates of Touching the Void returns to Brewery Arts, Kendal, with his new talk 'Pleasure and Pain' due to phenomenal demand!
'Touching the Void' mountaineer Simon Yates is a veteran of over eighty expeditions to high and remote mountains…
B5289, Keswick
Join us for a relaxed early evening in our charming wine cellar — the perfect chance to take a little well-deserved you time during the Easter holidays.
Fabio has selected five exceptional British cheeses, each thoughtfully paired with a carefully…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Spring Fibre Art Landscape Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
Thursday 30 April 2026
£70 + £10 materials (payable on the day)
Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann Stanger for a creative introduction to fibre art with a special focus on designing your own…
Inspiration
Get Crafty! Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great…
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
Staying at The Swan this Easter? Why not join us on Sunday 5th April, for our very own swanderful…
Looking for the ultimate Easter family day out in Cumbria? Join us at Walby Farm Park for a…
My name is Naomi Louise Rae B.A.(Hons) PG Dip, M.Sc. and I have lived within the Lancaster and…
Annual Easter Exhibition of Brough and Stainmore Art Group. There's no entry fee and all are…
A comic radio play presented live on stage – with the help of the audience! Mad but fun! What is…
Join me - local guide Emma Seery - and some fellow explorers, for a group walk in the beautiful…
New Year. . . same problems! It is the end of term and Godber's hilarious comedy masterpiece has…
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be…
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way.…
Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a…
As winter gives way to spring, this exhibition celebrates renewal and transformation through the…
The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon A comic radio play presented live on stage. What is the mystery of…
Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
Celebrate spring with a joyful day out at Rosehill's Easter Market! Join us from 11:00–16:00 as we…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
Have you always wanted to grab a selfie with a Roman solider? Be transported 2,000 years back…
Our popular series of free Afternoon Recitals continues — we’re delighted to welcome back the ever…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…


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