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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
Brought to you by the National Trust for Heritage Open Days.
Come and join us for a rare opportunity to visit the processing mill at Force Crag Mine.
To make this event more inclusive, we would like to offer transport for those who may have…
Stock Ln, Grasmere
Trail running event staring and finishing in Grasmere - taking in the stunning mountains and views of the Lake District. Choose from 1 of 4 routes; 52km, 44km, 26km or 14km. Chill out post race in our event village with an ice cold Tenzing and a…
Whitehaven
André Rieu is ready to blow you away with his brand new cinema concert 'Power of Love'.
Temple Sowerby, Penrith
Some of Acorn Bank's Orchard highlights will be brought to life for hard of hearing and deaf visitors by one of our expert volunteers, supported by a BSL interpreter.
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Kendal
Create a unique piece of silver jewellery that will be a joy to wear or make a perfect gift. Created from two silver rings; the small middle ring spins around the wider inner band. The spinning motion is perfect for meditation and reducing stress…
N Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
On arrival you will be greeted with a Shed One Fancy Frolic gin and tonic before being guided through blending your unique essential oil fragrance and candle making. Afterwards, sit back and enjoy freshly baked scones and cakes, tea and coffee.
Kendal
TV favourite Ed Byrne brings his Best Reviewed Show at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival, British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show of 2023, and his most personal show to date to Kendal!
Sedbergh
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape
As a printmaker using linocut and wood engraving, I create relief prints here at the Mill in my studio on level 2. From my sketches of the landscape of Cumbria I am inspired…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores furniture, photographs, draws, and paints, even on walls. She is a very versatile artist.
Her academic training was in Russia, since she is of…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Harvest moon shines bright in the sky, giving light for the gathering of crops. This beautiful super moon illuminates our own personal harvest as we approach the Autumn Equinox, a time of balance and reflection.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Newby Bridge
The party is in full swing, sparkling wine and conversation flows, that is until someone puts a stopper on the soiree, as things take a turn for the worse! Can you uncover which cocktail has packed a poisonous punch for a particular partygoer? It's…
Cockermouth
Join us as writer, farmer and Lakes Future Farming Partnerships Manager Andrea Meanwell shares her stories and vision for the future of farming in the Lake District.
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth
Inspiration
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
£65 plus £5 for materials Stone surrounds us at Farfield Mill, in the walls and forming the bed of…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock…
The Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon & 10k in May 2024. With…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
An exciting season of horse racing, over 9 race dates with entertainment for the whole family.
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
Welcome to a Spring Concert performed by the The Amici Singers & The Ensemble of Friends! Join us…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Our very own Marcus (or to give him his full name Marcus Pergamus Iustus) will lead you on an…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK. The foraging course begins with a short…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Bendrigg's infamous 10k course is back with a modern twist! We are thrilled to announce the return…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
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