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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
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock Solid?2 from 9th May to 29th June. This exhibition at the People's Gallery, Kendal Museum will run alongside a series of events including an art trail…
Kendal
A new painting exhibition by Rebecca Scott is coming to Cross Lane Projects, Kendal.
The Raft of the Medusa (1819) by French Romantic artist Théodore Géricault famously depicts the survivors of a shipwreck, starving and adrift on a makeshift raft.…
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
Lake District Theatre
Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June at the Old Laundry Theatre, Bowness-on-Windermere.
Head-strong Barbara lives alone in her male-free, child-free flat whilst widower Gilbert rents the…
Keswick
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK. In addition to outdoor sports, people can enjoy activities, live music, inspirational speakers, and an incredible array of outdoor brands, plus…
Stock Ln, Grasmere
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations come together to show their support and experience a memorable team-building weekend in the Lake District!
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',…
Longtown, Carlisle
Netherby Hall's Spring craft fair and open garden weekend takes place over the weekend of May 18 and 19 at the historic country house at Longtown, near Carlisle.
The event showcases independent craft makers and artists from across Cumbria and…
Windermere
Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of Windermere. We are opening the gardens to the public and providing tea and cakes to raise money for our local St Mary's Hospice. We look forward to…
Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal session to round off the evening.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Threlkeld, Keswick
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout North West Cumbria. It is one of the oldest brass bands in the world, with roots traceable back to 1825, which is thought to make them the second oldest…
Ambleside
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon.
This wonderful and undulating road marathon takes place every year in May. It's a 26.2 mile anti-clockwise circuit of Windermere through the villages of Hawkshead, Newby Bridge,…
Inspiration
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
Cross-Bay Walk in aid of Arnside RNLI Fundraising Branch Saturday 18th May Led by the King's Guide…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK. The foraging course begins with a short…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Netherby Hall's Spring craft fair and open garden weekend takes place over the weekend of May 18…
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
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