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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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Penrith
A 10k road race for all abilities, on quiet country lanes, with start & finish within the beautiful grounds of Acorn Bank National Trust property in the Eden Valley
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Autumn Glow Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
Sunday 13 September
£70 plus £10 for materials on the day
Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann Stanger for an inspiring introduction to fibre art, creating a beautiful autumn-inspired textile picture…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025
Create your own distilled gin or vodka in this hands-on experience hosted by Shed One founders and distillers, Andy and Zoe.
Begin with a welcome drink and guided distillery tour, then…
Greystoke
Taste the Lakes is not your average half marathon. Set across Greystoke Castle's private parkland and Greystoke Forest - normally closed to the public - this is 13.2 miles of breathtaking Cumbrian trail with a delicious twist.
At every mile, a…
2 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Motivated to create music that would stand the test of time, Glaswegian singer/songwriter Chris Thomson created The Bathers in 1994 and proceeded to create and release seven albums of beautifully crafted, cinematic pop, including the stripped back…
Barrow-in-Furness
Step into a sunshine-filled world of fun, music and learning with The Miss Rachel Experience – Summer Special! This interactive show will have your little ones singing, dancing and smiling from the very start.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Sedbergh
Sedbergh Walking & Wellbeing festival is a walking and wellbeing festival to take place 14-20 September 2026 in and around Sedbergh, the Howgills and the Lune Valley.
The festival will include a range of guided walks and therapy seasons - details…
Ambleside
Trace the steps of Beatrix Potter to discover the actual locations in Hawkshead which became settings for some of her stories. On this guided walk, we will see the places she captured in her realistic watercolours and sketches, modelling some of the…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of Afternoon Recitals continues. For today's recital we are delighted to welcome Lucy Farrimond to the Fratry Hall.
ake some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're a classical enthusiast or just…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge textile practice.
Pathways presents a dynamic exhibition by Contemporary Quilt, a Special Interest Group of The Quilters' Guild, whose members…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
Based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo
After captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful returns to the stage with fresh energy and timeless power.
From Michael Morpurgo—beloved author of War Horse—comes the unforgettable story of Tommo…
Inspiration
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends…
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
If you love wild swimming around beautiful islands then you will love our Wild Isle…
Tickets are now available for the main arena on the Sunday of Whitehaven Weekender, a vibrant new…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
'Search for the Missing Sparkle' tells the story of a little fairy who has lost her sparkle. The…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle. These sessions are accessible;…
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return! Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably…
Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a…
When tragedy strikes, courage blossoms. The death of a much-loved husband prompts a group of…
Embark on an unforgettable Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with…
Established micro festival at Muncaster Castle celebrating great music, poetry, art and beautiful…
Meet the Ancient Britons During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet…
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
Looking for a fun, free activity to keep little explorers entertained this summer? Our Palm Pals…
'She ran away to the circus' tells the story of a little girl called Lilly who's a little bit wild.…
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
We are excited to be working with Barrow AFC and Bluebird Supporters club to bring you the Barrow…


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