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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
Hare Hook a Rug Workshop with Jane Cook
£70 (Suitable for 16yrs+)
Friday 27 March
Rag Rugging for beginners.
Create a small square with a hare design, learning the traditional craft of hooking and prodding.
Have fun turning old T shirts, wool…
Barrow-in-Furness
'Hejira' is an outstanding 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s. Having released the albums 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns', 'Hejira', 'Don Juan's Reckless Daughter ' and…
Keswick
Tartini - Violin Sonata in G minor 'Devil's Trill'
Walton - Sonata for violin and piano
Saint-Saëns - Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso
A deal with the devil might just be needed not only to match Tartini's fiendishly challenging writing and…
Penrith
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn your chocolate egg at the end. The trail takes place between Saturday 28 March - Sunday 12 April 2026 (closed Tuesdays and…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Penrith
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn your chocolate egg at the end. The trail takes place between Saturday 28 March - Sunday 12 April 2026 (closed Tuesdays and…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Ambleside
Hop into Easter with a smile and a giggle. Follow the trail through the woods and parkland with views out to the lake and the fells beyond. Complete the 10 activities along the way and earn your chocolate egg at the end. For extra foodie treats,…
Wray, Ambleside
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Looking for the ultimate Easter family day out in Cumbria?
Join us at Walby Farm Park for a chocolate-filled, laughter-packed Easter celebration with brand-new live shows, adorable lambs, sweet surprises and all your farm favourites included in your…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
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…
Hawkshead
Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all the family.
Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite
Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking for a unique activity or simply after some quality time with friends and family, Go Ape have you covered. Boasting two high ropes…
W Strand, Whitehaven
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the Nineties to vivid life. This exhibition has been curated by collector and cultural commentator Matt Fox.
Revisit the days of Britpop and Cool…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Ambleside
Join professional artist Pui Lee for a full-day, hands-on introduction to Japanese papercraft, inspired by the iconic Daruma doll—a symbol of resilience, perseverance, and good fortune in Japanese culture.
This creative workshop begins with an…
Inspiration
Following her hugely successful 'Side Eye' tour, Rachel Fairburn (BBC Two's Live at the Apollo) is…
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
Formed in 1989 in the quiet town of Cinderford in England's Forest of Dean, EMF exploded onto the…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Monks Belt Weaving workshop with Jan Beadle £75 plus £5 on the day for materials 12 March…
Based on the book by Amy Liptrot. An amateur production by arrangement with Nick Hern Books. A…
Martin Roscoe is a world renown pianist with 7 BBC Proms performances under his belt. His concert…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Get creative this February half term at Abbot Hall, with hands-on activities inspired by the Simon…
Directed by double Olivier Award nominee Daniel Clarkson Fresh from an acclaimed, award-winning…
"The difference between a Lady and flower girl isn't how she behaves, but how she is…
Creative Collagraph Printmaking 2 day Workshop ~ with Jenny McCabe 'Creative Collagraph…
A British Rowing affiliated rowing competition, launching from Keswick Foreshore and racing the…
The Brewery Poets return for a reading with a difference. Brewery Poet member Ilse Pedler has been…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Alligator Gumbo are an exciting band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz…
The peasant girl Giselle has fallen in love with Albrecht. When she discovers that he is actually a…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Less than 2 weeks to go until All Stars Week kicks off here at Rogan & Co. Join Simon, head chef…
Crash! Bang! Kapow! COMICS: The Famous & Forgotten tells the story of comic art in Britain – from…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
Free event to celebrate International Women's Day and the Women's Institute. Tea and cake and…
A 48-Hour Retreat for Discovery & Replenishment of Mind, Body, and Spirit, for men and women. Fiona…
Based on a true story, Come From Away tells the remarkable tale of the 7,000 air passengers from…


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