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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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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…
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree, shimmering lights, snow-capped fells – and a 200-square-metre ice rink overlooking the lake – will transform the Another Place grounds this winter.
Open…
102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces. Their ARTIST LAB EXHIBITION showcases bold new work shaped by landscape and protest from 14 emerging artists connected to Cumbria and the wider North…
Longtail Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere
Please come along and support the Windermere Food Bank and of course some amazing local crafters.
We are very happy to announce we will be hosting local crafters who will be selling handmade items that will make the most wonderful Christmas gifts,…
Church St, Ambleside
This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen. Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – "Merry Christmas" and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes, and plenty of surprises – it's the ultimate Christmas cinema…
Moresby, Whitehaven
This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen. Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – Merry Christmas and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes, and plenty of surprises – it's the ultimate Christmas cinema event!
With his…
Sedbergh
Your chance to make something beautiful for Christmas.
Would you like to learn how to make a beautiful beaded Christmas bauble? Join us in Sedbergh this December for a joyful, hands-on workshop. It's a festive, social event complete with hot drinks…
Grasmere
Experience the festive sprit at Allan Bank as voices fill the air with music.
Join us for a joyful afternoon of traditional Christmas carols in the decorated hall at Allan Bank, led by the wonderful local choir, Grasmere Glee. Everyone is welcome…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Penrith
Join Nicola Hunter-Dale for this festive workshop. You will create textures and patterns in your clay work using some simple and truly effective techniques for printing onto clay using lace, a variety of fabrics and natural materials.
You will…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Barrow-in-Furness
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.
Carlisle
Experience the enchanting voice of The Voice Finalist Nadia Eide at Carlisle Cathedral in a magical concert filled with festive music.
Dalston, Carlisle
Beautiful decor, open fires and all your favourite Christmas tunes and a wonderful Festive Afternoon Tea with Chef's amazing Christmas creations inside a Christmas decorated castle!
Inspiration
Join us for our first ever Festive Market! Enjoy a bit of retail therapy, where you can find…
On 13 November 2025 16:30-18:00 £15 Although Derry had illustrated other countryside books, he…
11 December | Starts 7pm | Tickets £16.50 | Conc. £14.50 | Brewery Arts Members 2 for 1* | Malt…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
Beautiful decor, open fires and all your favourite Christmas tunes and a wonderful Festive…
Tapestry of the North: Our Textile Heritage is an open, non-juried exhibition, hosted by the…
On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
We invite you to our Festive Tea Dance in the magnificent Great Hall at Blackwell – the Arts &…
Big Fish Comedy Club brings new voices in comedy to venues across Cumbria.Our last show of 2025…
Christmas comes alive in Carlisle: festive markets, music, and magic in the city centre. Carlisle…
Friday 12th December 2025 Get ready for a night of fantastic food, fun, and funky beats at our…
November 16th: 1pm-5pm December 7th: 1pm-5pm December 17th: 12pm-4pm Cumbria Tourism's Experience…
On 28 October 2025 14:00-15:30 This presentation will provide an overview of the PhD research…
This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted…
Hosted by Laura, of the Good Mood Club, we welcome you to start your weekend the right way with a…
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
13/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…
Peter Wright's The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company.…
Please come along and support the Windermere Food Bank and of course some amazing local crafters…
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of…
This course is an open theatre group aimed at those over 60 to develop new skills, stretch their…


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