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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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  1. Stuart Atkinson
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    "Meet the Moon" Talks with Stuart Atkinson

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    Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

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    +441228548151

    info@carlislecathedral.org.uk

    Carlisle

    During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a series of fascinating space-themed talks and guided tours of the Moon. Stuart is a nationally recognised astronomy writer, outreach educator, amateur…

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    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle

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    Poster for the Back to the Moon for Good Planetarium event at Grizedale Observatory in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Back to the Moon for Good Planetarium Event

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    Grizedale Observatory, Grizedale Forest, Grizedale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QJ

    enquiries@grizedaleobservatory.com

    Grizedale, Ambleside

    Join us for an inspiring planetarium show guaranteed to leave you excited and hopeful for the future of spaceflight. We begin with a presentation in the lounge, before moving to our planetarium for a viewing of the movie “Back to the Moon for…

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    Grizedale Observatory, Hawkshead

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  3. Cosmic Cumbria
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    Cosmic Cumbria Evening: Talk, Film & Exhibition Launch

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    Rheged, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

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    01768 868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    Featuring the Cosmic Cumbria Astrophotography Exhibition launch, Film Premiere of Cumbria Night Skies and a talk by Professor Roger William Lewis Jones. This has been programmed to coincide with Cumbria Dark Skies Festival and the North Pennines…

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    Cosmic Cumbria Exhibition

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    Rheged, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

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    01768 868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's Community Gallery Space, to coincide and celebrate Cumbria's Dark Skies Festival. This interactive exhibition will take you on a cosmic journey from…

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    23 Oct 2026to8 Feb 2027Open 09:00 - 17:00

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    People night time canoeing under stars with a headtorch beam
    Dark Sky Canoeing - Coniston Water

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    Brown Howe Car Park, A5084, Coniston, Cumbria, LA12 8DW

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    01229 889183

    info@pathtoadventure.co.uk

    Coniston

    Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston Water. As daylight fades, paddle across the peaceful lake surrounded by the dramatic Coniston mountains and some of the Lake District's most…

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    Coniston Water, Coniston

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  6. Poster for the Garden Room Gallery, a Pop-up Selling exhibition by Jan Huntley Peace & friends
    Poster for the Garden Room Gallery, a Pop-up Selling exhibition by Jan Huntley Peace & friends
    GARDEN ROOM GALLERY

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    CROFTS FARMHOUSE, LEASGILL, MILNTHORPE, MILNTHORPE, CUMBRIA, LA77EX

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    +447554957525

    jan.huntleypeace@hotmail.co.uk

    MILNTHORPE, MILNTHORPE

    Pop Up Gallery and selling exhibition.
    23-25th October 11-4.

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    23 Oct 2026to25 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 04:00

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    Jason Byrne stands with his hands in his pockets against an orange backdrop
    Jason Byrne: 30 Years Byrning

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    Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    Kendal

    Jason Byrne is back and "Byrning" brighter than ever, celebrating 30 glorious years of stand-up with his brand-new show, 30 Years Byrning.

    Byrne delivers a riotous night of high-energy storytelling, surreal tangents and unstoppable laughter.…

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  8. Republica
    Republica
    Republica

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    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Malt Room Standing | Age Guidance 16+ | Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult
    Republica dominated the charts in the Nineties with the band's iconic and fiery front woman, Saffron. With their self-dubbed 'techno-pop, punk rock' sound. Republica led…

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  9. Sense and Sensibility
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    Sense and Sensibility (PG)

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    Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

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    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles and George MacKay

    A charming, witty, and deeply relatable retelling of the Jane Austen 1811 novel of love and sisterhood.

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    Alex McAleer - Mind Reader

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    The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

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    015394 40872

    tickets@victoriawoodtheatre.com

    Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere

    Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read their thoughts at will.

    Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, sell-out shows in Australia, and extensively touring North America…

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    Alex McAleer - Mind Reader

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    The Victoria Wood Theatre, The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

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    01539440872

    tickets@victoriawoodtheatre.com

    Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere

    Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read their thoughts at will.

    Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, sell-out shows in Australia, and extensively touring North America and…

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    Create a felt and textile landscape WORKSHOP

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    Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Plumgarths, Crook Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8LX

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    01539 816300

    events@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk

    Crook Road, Kendal

    Using the Autumn landscape as inspiration, join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a creative workshop inspired by the colours of the changing seasons.

    This workshop is suitable for adults and teenagers - with adult supervision.
    No drawing or painting…

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    Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Cumbria

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    24 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00

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  • 11Beyond Horizons Film Festival
  • 12Townend guided tours
  • 13Shadows of Townend: Folklore, fear, and farmhouse magic
  • 14Claytime
  • 15Play the spooky Stranger Folk digital app throughout October
  • 16Muncaster Halloween Family Festival
  • 17Stargazing night swim
  • 18Ghost Story! Into the Gothic Imagination
  • 19John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right
  • 20"Meet the Moon" Talks with Stuart Atkinson
  • 21Russell Mills: Darkness Visible
  • 22On Your Bike Baffo
  • 23October Half Term at Go Ape Grizedale Forest
  • 24Rydal Island and Caves Swim
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