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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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Ambleside
Lake District Music Academy | Ignas Maknickas - Piano | Agogo String Quartet | Nadejda String Quartet | Resol String Quartet | Stephen Threlfall - Conductor
Bloch Concerto Grosso No.1
Janáček Adagio from Suite for Strings
Dvořák Serenade for…
Keswick
We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…
Derwentwater, Keswick
Brampton
Members of the Ermine Street Guard, the world famous re-enactment group will be at the Roman Army Museum to show how they make the replica Roman items they wear and use for their displays.
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines arrived in the UK on the last Winton train from Prague in 1939. She will share some reflections of her life, in particular her immense support of the arts and deep…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Dvořák Piano Trio in E minor Op.90 'Dumky'
Reicha Piano Trio in F Op.101, No.4
Smetana Piano Trio in G minor Op.15
Three composers, three musicians - one rich musical heritage. Intensity, lyricism…
Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Fanny Mendelssohn String Quartet in E flat
Dvořák Cypresses Nos.1, 9, 10&12
Bliss String Quartet No.1
Kindly supported by the Bliss Trust
Fresh from their appearance during our spring series the…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm
Join flautist Meera Maharaj and harpist Lucy Nolan as they embark upon a journey into the clouds! Based on celebrated author and illustrator John Burningham's much-loved…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Kendal
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…
Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Janáček String Quartet No.1 'The Kreutzer Sonata'
Smetana Quartet No.1 in E minor 'From My Life'
Dvořák Quartet No.10 in E flat Op.51 'Slavonic'
Kindly supported by Charles Newbould
Described by BBC…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Wihan String Quartet | Trio Bohémo | Marcelo Rodrigues - Double Bass | Nadejda Strin Quartet | Resol String Quartet
Dvořák Piano Quintet No.2 in A Op.81
Dvořák String Quintet No.2 in G Op.77
Suk…
Grasmere, Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Harty In Ireland
Andy Scott Sonata for flute and harp
Vaughan Williams Silent Noon (arr. Hathor Duo)
Tom Harris Ivy (arr. Hathor Duo)
Catriona McKay & Chris Stout Michaelswood
Bax Sonata for flute and…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Schumann Kinderszenen Op.15
Čiurlionis Four Preludes
Chopin Waltzes Op.34
Chopin Nocturne Op.27
Chopin Barcarolle Op.60
Kindly supported by the Royal Over-Seas League and in loving memory of Ken…
Inspiration
Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer…
Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs A great way to relax, learn a new…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
The Buttermere Swim Hike takes an exciting approach to wild swimming by combining one of our…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
May arrives in fullness. Light lingers. Gardens lean toward abundance. In a season that urges us to…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
Stories in the Dust by Anna Harriott and Iona Fleur Sheppard The sun beats down on two travellers,…
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Thu 24 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 6-8pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
*WORLD PREMIERE From Tom MacRae, the writer of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, comes a brand-new…
Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…


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