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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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Ambleside
Grove Barn proudly presents "Carols by Candlelight," featuring the internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble, Amabile,from Merchant Taylors' School under the visionary direction of Marie-Claire Gervasoni. Amabile is renowned for its musical…
Borrowdale, Keswick
Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain!
Ho-Ho-Honister is back for 2025 with even more festive magic. Journey aboard the Honister bus into the heart of the fells before venturing underground with one of…
Brampton, Carlisle
10 Mile Road Running Race starting at William Howard School in Brampton and finishing on Eden Bridge in Carlisle. The race is the oldest 10 Mile race in the country
Carlisle
Cumberland Council has announced one of the season's most anticipated sparkling events for the area.
The sparkling spectacular will be held outside the Old Town Hall, in the city centre.
The star-studded Christmas Lights Switch-On is organised by…
Penrith
Dalemain Mansion is one of the most beautiful and impressive stately homes in the northwest of England and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Situated in the heart of the Lake District, Dalemain is only 3 miles from Penrith, 2 miles from Lake…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
November 16th: 1pm-5pm
December 7th: 1pm-5pm
December 17th: 12pm-4pm
Cumbria Tourism's Experience of the Year Winner: 2022 & 2025
Visit England's Excellence Awards, Silver: 2023
We, the owners and distillers of Shed One, Andy & Zoe, host our Make…
County Square, Ulverston
Crown Ballet®
Presents
Swan Lake – The greatest of all romantic ballets
After last year's successful tour, Crown Ballet® returns to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of Swan Lake.
We present to you this year the most famous…
Kendal
Join acclaimed conductor Melvin Tay and the Westmorland Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of powerful, passionate music!
Featuring: Elgar's 'Cello Concerto – the deeply moving masterpiece, with local soloist Ed Pendrous; Brahms' Hungarian…
Rome
"We are pleased to invite you to the 2nd International Conference on Agriculture & Natural Resources (ICANR 2025), taking place on November 17-18, 2025, in Rome, Italy. This distinguished conference will bring together prominent experts from the…
Penrith
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days.
This will give you the unique opportunity to follow our garden through the seasons at close hand, while learning alongside a small group of people. Whether you're green-fingered or…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
Church St, Ambleside
A Unique Opera Experience That Will Move You to Tears
Forget everything you think you know about filmed opera. Opera Glassworks has created a breathtaking cinematic masterpiece that transforms Verdi's beloved "La Traviata" into an intimate film…
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping you company under the stars. Open water swimming specialist, Colin Hill, will be your guide in the water with you. Afterwards, head back to Another…
Inspiration
Tue 16 Sep-2 Dec (10 wks) | 1-2.30pm | 7+ yrs Art Explorers is a creative and sociable mixed media…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Dalemain Mansion is one of the most beautiful and impressive stately homes in the northwest of…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
On 25 November 2025 14:00-15:30 £6 Author Alan Cleaver re-discovers the routes walked by the…
Cumbria's biggest comedy club, Planet Mirth (est 2010) heads to Windermere! Featuring four…
Discover the cultural landscape of the Lake District World Heritage Site on a gentle guided walk…
There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
On 13 November 2025 16:30-18:00 £15 Although Derry had illustrated other countryside books, he…
On 28 October 2025 14:00-15:30 This presentation will provide an overview of the PhD research…
Local Crafts Christmas Fair – Two Days of Festive Magic! Get into the holiday spirit at our Local…
This course is an open theatre group aimed at those over 60 to develop new skills, stretch their…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Returning for a third time Bob Drury brings his remarkable Viva Neil Diamond - Unplugged show back…
On 8 November 2025 14:00-15:30 £15 Greenside Mine is one of the world's most famous mines and…
2-night residential stay at Calvert Lakes (twin or family ensuite rooms). Full board and lots of…
Celebrate craftsmanship, heritage, and festive spirit 14 – 16 November at the Winter Craft Fair at…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
ur series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Gloriana Choir to the…
13/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…
Under 16's go free with a paying adult 16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices in 1…
Vespers, an hour-long twilight performance of Rachmaninov's rich and sonorous All Night Vigil, in…
Coniston Festive Fayre is an Artisan Craft Fayre being held in the Coniston Institute (with a…


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