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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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Kendal
Learn a traditional rural craft and make your own timeless round basket with a handle. A course for anyone who likes to use their hands, enjoys the smell and creaking of willow as they work on their woven basket and wants the satisfaction of…
Milnthorpe
Join local historian and archaeologist Dan Elsworth for this informative illustrated talk covering the mills of Ulverston, from the medieval period to the modern, and focusing particularly on Ure Mill - speculated to be the site of one of…
Penrith
In this humourous, multi-role playing adaptation, Hotbuckle invites us to enter the world of The Bennets. From headstrong Elizabeth to proud Mr Darcy, rich characterisations abound as we meet five sisters who deal with marriage, morality and…
Ambleside
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain's welfare state and created the NHS. This epic new Welsh fantasia is written by Tim Price and directed by Rufus Norris…
Newby Bridge
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and light. You will be taught by an RYA Sailing Instructor everything you need to know, to be happily whizzing around Windermere in your own boat.
Ambleside
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris Routledge. Walking around with the idea of taking photographs can change the way we see and you'll get expert advice on composition and tips on how to…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Whitehaven
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing crafting project this Spring to help spread a little kindness & happiness through creativity? These sessions wills be led by professional artist - Janice…
Whitehaven
Gemma is looking for love, but it's complicated! With the help of dating app Tingle, she dates two men in one night. Does she choose her quirky soul mate Sheldon, or wealthy charmer Nathaniel?
Then there's Spanner and Julie, the 'village idiots',…
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
Ambleside
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and Harrison Ward will share their stories about how getting out into the fells – running, swimming, walking – have helped them to push through times of…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Kendal
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following week in an outdoor kiln with fire and smoke. A dramatic process resulting in some exciting glaze effects. All levels welcome.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The Concert Hall Killer, here in Bowness. Free entry, all welcome
Inspiration
Dr Anna Ploszajski is an award-winning materials scientist, author, presenter, comedian and…
Have you always wanted to write but you're not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Join local historian and archaeologist Dan Elsworth for this informative illustrated talk covering…
The Disabled Ramblers is a small national charity working to help those with limited mobility to…
Learn a traditional rural craft and make your own timeless round basket with a handle. A course for…
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of blossoms, creativity, and camaraderie? Welcome to…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Our annual Spring Fair returns on May 11th and 12th with the always popular 'Fun Dog Show' running…
Spend time in Acorn Bank garden and woodland with Wild Soul practitioner Alex Murgatroyd who will…
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
In this humourous, multi-role playing adaptation, Hotbuckle invites us to enter the world of The…
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
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