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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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Bowness - On - Windermere
Cumbria's biggest comedy club, Planet Mirth (est 2010) returns to Windermere after 2 sold out shows!
Featuring four award-winning, Edinburgh Fringe-storming, prime time TV-smashing, rib-splitting, side-tickling, extremely funny acts.
Andy Askins
As…
122A Highgate, Kendal
One of the UK's most acclaimed and treasured songwriters, Badly Drawn Boy, aka Damon Gough, joins us for an intimate 'Live & In Conversation' evening. This show will be hosted by BBC Radio 6 Music's Chris Hawkins. He will guide an evening of…
Newby Bridge
Let your creativity run wild as we paint this vibrant, feel-good meadow scene bursting with colour and movement. Inspired by sun-drenched countryside and wild summer blooms, this piece is all about bold brushstrokes, playful texture and layering…
Grasmere
The Ease into Easedale Wild Swim sums up outdoor swimming in the Lake District fells: dramatic scenery and clear tarn swimming. With its mini classic walk and well-situated pools, it's the perfect introduction to adventure swimming. We meet and end…
Barrow-in-Furness
5-star award-winning entertainment from the tip-top Queen of Comedy. In Barbra Streisand's recent autobiography, she says: "I haven't had much fun in my life, to tell you the truth. And I want to have more fun." Join ordinary housewife…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Textile Hoop Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
Saturday 9 May
£70 plus £15 for materials
Join studio artist Wendy Ann Stanger for a beautiful textile art hoop workshop inspired by the natural world. Using pressed flowers and plant fibres such as…
Cockermouth
This Flight Tonight – The Songs of Joni Mitchell ('68–'76)
A stunning celebration of Joni Mitchell's most iconic era, delivered through authentic live performance by a five-piece band of exceptional musicianship, with Kathryn Pepper channeling the…
Keswick
On the anniversary of Tracy's passing (09.05.26), a group of friends and family will be walking from Keswick to the top of Catbells and back, in the beautiful Lake District. This journey will not only be a tribute to Tracy but also an opportunity to…
Grasmere
One of the UK's most revered and gruelling cycling sportives. Known as "The Daddy of them all" by Cycling Weekly, this legendary event is not just a ride—it's a true test of endurance that rivals Europe's toughest cycling challenges, such as the…
Ambleside
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming. Rydal Water has a fascinating history and is the ideal location for wild swimming. Join us on this gem of a swim-hike, swim the islands of Rydal Water,…
Rydal Water, Ambleside
Ambleside
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned by Beatrix Potter.
The farm at Hill Top remains fully operational all year round just how Beatrix Potter loved and envisioned. The farm tour offers a…
Penrith
Start the day strolling through the pretty woodland surrounding Aira Beck as we admire the impressive Aira Force and gradually gain height to emerge on the open fellside.
A steep section takes us up to 'Airy Crag', the summit of Gowbarrow Fell,…
Inspiration
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Soft Machine is one of the greatest UK avant/jazz-rock bands of all time. Their work, from their…
Hop into Easter with a smile and a giggle. Follow the trail through the woods and parkland with…
Get Crafty! Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Join in the fun this Easter Saturday As part of our 'Wrestle' exhibition Grizedale is hosting a…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Easter with your family? Take on Egg-venture, a 'cracking'…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
DISCOVER THE MYSTERY OF BOWNESSIE ✨ This Easter, step into the legend of Lake Windermere with…
Join me - local guide Emma Seery - and some fellow explorers, for a group walk in the beautiful…
Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a…
Looking for something creative to do with the family this Easter? Join us at Blackwell – the Arts &…
Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all…
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom! Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom! Help collect the…
Celebrate Easter with a magical steam train journey through the Lake District. Kids can enjoy our…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Easter at Levens Hall 28 March – 6 April Spring is arriving at Levens Hall, and we're opening our…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…


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