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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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Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Stained Glass for Beginners with Annette McMillan
Thursday 23 April
£70 plus £15 on the day for materials
An introduction to traditional stained-glass panel making. You will learn to cut glass from a pattern, lead the glass pieces together, solder…
Penrith
Amateur performance of the hilarious comedy by Ian Gower and Paul Carter adapted from the original TV series by Richard Curtis
Keswick
Vintage acoustic jazz music from 1920's New York and sophisticated 1930's Swing. Plus the sound of the king of gypsy swing Django Reinhardt, the blues guitars of Eddie Lang and Lonnie Johnson, and the syncopated Latin rhythms of Argentinean Oscar…
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Amy Anderson Walmsley to The Swan on the 24th April for an evening of live music.
Join us for a night to remember.
015395 31681
Friday 24th April
6pm – 8pm
122A Highgate, Kendal
LOVE with Johnny Echols sees Arthur Lee's longest-serving band head to Brewery Arts, performing the classic songs from Love's first three albums Love, Da Capo, Four Sail and of course the timeless Forever Changes.
2026 also marks the 60th…
Penrith
Madonna Tribute Night
£45per person
Celebrate the queen of pop with music performed by the sensational 'Making it Madonna' and their backing dancers! Includes a delicious buffet and disco.
24 April, 19:30
Moresby, Whitehaven
After three sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary Fleetwood Mac.
If you're yet to experience the thrill of a Meetwood Flac show then prepare to be blown away! Hear your favourite Fleetwood Mac hits…
Grasmere
This informal panel discussion will explore and celebrate the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis, and the post-war Avant Garde creative community of the Langdale Valley, which included artists Kurt Schwitters and Hilde Goldschmidt.
The…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Whitehaven
Join us at The Edge for an evening of new music from local talent. Following a 10 week song writing course by Soundwave, local musicians will perform their songs for the first time. Come along, grab a drink and enjoy!
Penrith
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty. It is within reach of Leeds, Middlesbrough,…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Carlisle
Join us for the annual Cumbria Singers Concert at Carlisle Cathedral.
This year's concert programme is:
Haydn - Te Deum
Haydn - Insanae et vanae curae
Mozart - Exsultate, jubilate
Mozart - Great Mass in C minor
Conductor : Matthew Owens,…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
122A Highgate, Kendal
John Jones is best known as the powerful and charismatic singer with Oysterband, veterans of the folk and roots scene since the 1980s. They started as The Whitstable Oyster Company Ceilidh Band, one of the best ceilidh bands in the business, which…
Inspiration
Looking for the ultimate Easter family day out in Cumbria? Join us at Walby Farm Park for a…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 5th April…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
53k and 23k trail running races.
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Journey through the awe-inspiring legends of Bubbleland, as they are brought to life in a breath…
The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon A comic radio play presented live on stage. What is the mystery…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
This is a memory. It's also a story. The story of a girl called Laura. Surrounded by golden fields…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens invites guests to an intimate evening of seasonal dining,…
We're excited to be working with talented photographer and teacher, Dave Wilson, to bring you this…
The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all…
Staying at The Swan this Easter? Why not join us on Sunday 5th April, for our very own swanderful…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Join us for a FREE Easter Trail around Kents Bank and Main Street. Collect your trail map and…
Join us in the Learning Centre this Easter Holidays for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Hop into Easter with a smile and a giggle. Follow the trail through the woods and parkland with…
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way.…


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