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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
LYR are UK Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, producer and multi-instrumentalist Patrick Pearson, and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Richard Walters.
After sell-out shows in previous years, a breathtaking performance at the 2025 BBC Proms, and…
Grange-over-Sands
Trad. - Down by the Sally Gardens (arr. Buckley)
Bax - Elegiac Trio
Wright - Blow the Wind Southerly (arr. Trilogy)
Elderton-Lewis - Petroleum Fireflies
Clarke - Danny Boy (arr. Trilogy)
Mathias - Zodiac Trio
Flute, harp and viola combine to…
Keswick
Step into a world of glamour, espionage, and intrigue at this unforgettable James Bond–themed murder mystery dinner, brought to life by acclaimed troupe Highly Suspect.
Saturday 18 April 2026 Lodore Falls Hotel Arrivals from 6:30pm Tickets: £55…
122A Highgate, Kendal
How many bands have the career longevity to release ten albums? They might have been perilously close to falling apart on various occasions in their history, but the Dub Pistols have rolled with the punches and their 10th album is released in 2025…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Hatching and Blending in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell
Saturday 18th April 2026
£70 plus £5 for materials
Taking our inspiration from the seasonal colours observed during a short walk down to the bridge just below Farfield Mill (weather…
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…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Garden Willow Weaving Workshop with Jackie Carnell
Sunday 19 April
£70 including materials
Discover the beautiful traditional craft of willow weaving in this hands-on, relaxing workshop with basket maker Jackie Carnell.
In this class, you'll be…
Kendal
Run 5km this April whilst supporting and celebrating your local hospice in its 40th anniversary year.
Join us at Kirkbie Kendal School on April 19th for the 10th Kendal Colour Dash – enjoy the event village from 10am before setting off on the 5km…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller's classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge).
One family, the…
Wigton
The Haar will tour the UK this Spring in support of their acclaimed new album The Lost Day, bringing their powerful, spontaneous re-imagining of traditional song to venues across England.
The Anglo Irish quartet combines the staggering musicianship…
Ambleside
The main writing theme for the weekend is centred around what it looks like to walk with Jesus.
Using stories of wandering in the wilderness and facing the wildness of life's storms, we will explore how Jesus triumphed over the temptations and…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Bernard Butler, Norman Blake and James Grant are three established and respected musicians. Norman, a centrifugal force in Teenage Fanclub, Bernard, renowned for his production and songwriting with myriad artists, and James, best known as the…
Inspiration
A Pelumbra retreat for reflection, creativity and critical insight A place for deep writing in…
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between…
Alligator Gumbo are an exciting band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
The Flower Show is a competetive exhibtion of some 150 classes of flowering plants, and this is…
Join us for an inspiring guided walk with acclaimed photographer Joanne Coates, as we explore her…
Based on a true story, Come From Away tells the remarkable tale of the 7,000 air passengers from…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Celebrate the important women in your life this Mother's Day with a delicious Afternoon Tea in the…
As the 250th anniversary celebrations of JMW Turner come to an end, join Dean Hines on a tour…
Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This…
Wed 14 Jan-25 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
Wed 14 Jan- 25 Mar (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Monks Belt Weaving workshop with Jan Beadle £75 plus £5 on the day for materials 12 March…
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…
Step into the radiant world of Carlisle Cathedral's stained glass with our brand‑new tour, Sacred…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Follow in the footsteps of Wordsworth's children on an Easter trail around the garden at Allan…
An exhibition of spring-flowering plants combined with a plant fair featuring 8 nurseries from…


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