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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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Ulverston
Two fantastic performances, with a two-course lunch designed by Base Head Chef Mark Setterthwaite. It begins with music at the SJB Monument which will be filled with floating melodies for voice, strings and woodwind. Followed by a short walk to Ford…
County Square, Ulverston
The all-singing, all plucking Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain continues to break the mould with a programme of new tunes as well as old classics. A witty, irreverent, joyful, foot-stomping celebration of rock & roll and melodious light…
Alston
Guided Walk up Cross Fell from Garrigill every Thursday until mid-August.
Ambleside
In 2004, Richard Askwith published Feet in the Clouds: a personal memoir of fell running and obsession that was also the first book to introduce the sport to a general audience, beyond the mountainous north-west. Some say fell running hasn't been…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
County Square, Ulverston
A celebration of French chamber music on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy. No other composer quite epitomises the idea of French music in the way that Debussy's does, his style a deliberate disassociation from the more rigid…
Whitehaven
The extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse's early rise to fame and the making of her ground breaking album, Back to Black.
Told from Amy's perspective and inspired by her deeply personal lyrics, the film follows the remarkable woman behind the…
Ulverston
A fascinating programme of works for piano by Liszt and Robert & Clara Schumann. We welcome back Daniel Lebhardt to the Music Festival who played to a spellbound audience when he performed a year ago.
Newby Bridge
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups.
These fun interactive walks are led by a member of the National Trust's welcome team and supported by a cast of toy characters. The walks last about an hour and start and…
Fell Foot, Newby Bridge
Newby Bridge
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities, including a changing place and a level-access cafe.
Fell Foot, Newby Bridge
Ravenglass
In 2024, The Ratty Arms will be celebrating its 50th anniversary year and as such, we'll be hosting our first beer festival weekend! Join us for a weekend of fun, live music and the finest local beers and ales on the 7th, 8th and 9th of June.
FOOD…
Penrith
The Epic of Everest 100th anniversary screening
First restored and released by the BFI national archives in 2014, The Epic of Everest (1924) reaches its centenary this year.
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Barrow-in-Furness
Dog friendly and inclusive weekly Friday walks led by our Advantage! Coaches and Raiders stars. From January 2024 we are alternating from Barrow and Ulverston (starting at 9.30am in Barrow and 9.45am). Walks are posted weekly in our Facebook group…
Inspiration
Guided Walk up Cross Fell from Garrigill every Thursday until mid-August.
Daniel Hester is an artist/musician exploring and working in a variety of disciplines, currently…
30th Anniversary Charity Auction (on line) We have a fantastic range of lots for you to browse…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Since 2019, The Native Cult has been radiating their musical sunshine across the North West of the…
With string quartets by Beethoven and Greig this lunchtime performance promises to be a treat in…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
We're excited to present our first ever Green Film Festival to celebrate the Big Green Week! Five…
Two fantastic performances, with a two-course lunch designed by Base Head Chef Mark Setterthwaite.…
Paris based Dave Bristow is a pianist and composer who is fast emerging as one of the most original…
F54 Proudly Present: THE ZOMBIES Celebrating 60 Years on Tape
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK. The foraging course begins with a short…
In 2004, Richard Askwith published Feet in the Clouds: a personal memoir of fell running and…
The Festival's resident string players look forward to performing a rich and beautiful mix of…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
The all-singing, all plucking Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain continues to break the mould with…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
Would you like to introduce your toddler or young child (under 5) to the joys of classical music?…
Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the…
Visitor Sketchbooks: fanciful flora Flowers and foliage appear in designs and decorations all over…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
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