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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
Winner of the Best Kids' Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival
After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy…
Nr Ulverston
The Lake District is England's only true mountain area. It has the most beautiful scenery in the land, with its bewitching mix of rugged mountains, deep gylls, shimmering lakes, bouncing waterfalls and attractive stone-built villages. Our solos…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Few musicians can claim to have made such a mark on the British music scene in the last thirty years as Laetitia Sadier. As a member of Stereolab, she's released ten full albums, gaining along the way a large dedicated fanbase and acclaim that…
Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
New Year. . . same problems!
It is the end of term and Godber's hilarious comedy masterpiece has been reset for our post Covid times. Bristling with teenage swagger and outlandish imagination, Salty, Gail and Hobby use their B.Tech Performance…
Nr. Kendal
Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail takes place between 3 - 6 April 2026, from 10am to 4pm, so come along and explore the beautiful parkland of Sizergh.
Prices are £3.50 per trail which…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Celebrate Easter Weekend at Holker Hall & Gardens with a fun-filled programme for the whole family! Enjoy classic garden games on the lawns, circus skills workshops, get creative with egg decorating and Easter crafts, against the beautiful…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
122A Highgate, Kendal
Grammy-nominated innovators Manu Delago (handpan) and Max ZT (hammered dulcimer) come together in a bold new duo that reimagines the sonic possibilities of their instruments. Drawing from a lifetime of global collaboration, deep improvisation, and…
122A Highgate, Kendal
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration with international fusion vocalist Deepa Shakthi. The resulting album 'Turn O Spinning Wheel', released in October 2025, is brimming with…
Newby Bridge
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel!
Taking place on Sunday 5th April from 3pm – 5pm with pizza, chips and live entertainment. Tickets are just £14 per child – Supervising adults go free.
Please note the pizza and…
Newby Bridge
Staying at The Swan this Easter? Why not join us on Sunday 5th April, for our very own swanderful Easter egg hunt!
Lots of fun to be had for your little ones as they search for our hidden chocolate eggs.
The egg hunt begins at 2pm, please meet in…
Alston
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in Northumberland. Meet the Easter Bunny who will have a chocolatey surprise for you. There's an Easter trail to follow and you can visit the viewing…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…
Inspiration
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass bowl, wall hanging or freestanding curve,…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistible mega-hit 'The…
Crash! Bang! Kapow! COMICS: The Famous & Forgotten tells the story of comic art in Britain – from…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our…
Following her hugely successful 'Side Eye' tour, Rachel Fairburn (BBC Two's Live at the Apollo) is…
Create beautiful lettering using 'Gorgeously Swirly Calligraphy' - with Claire from By Moon and…
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
A fundraising event for the Friends of Carlisle Victorian & Turkish Baths charity. Find pre-loved,…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
As we leave the stillness of winter and begin to prepare for spring, this retreat invites you to…
Less than 2 weeks to go until All Stars Week kicks off here at Rogan & Co. Join Simon, head chef…
In this talk about Beatrix Potter, Janet will explore her life before and after the publication of…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
A British Rowing affiliated rowing competition, launching from Keswick Foreshore and racing the…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
The Brewery Poets return for a reading with a difference. Brewery Poet member Ilse Pedler has been…
A Pelumbra retreat for reflection, creativity and critical insight A place for deep writing in…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…


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