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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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Penrith
10.00am to 4.30pm
£85 inc tasty home made lunch, fresh coffee and cream tea
Material Charges: £5 to cover soil testing kits etc to Shelagh on the day
Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden with Cumbrian Based lecturer, garden designer &…
Church St, Ambleside
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge's riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks…
Ulverston
Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK
With rides ranging from the sedate to the challenging and a full weekend retro festival, there's something for everyone.
Millom
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The…
Ulverston
In 2026, we're back for a great retro weekend in Ulverston town centre. On Saturday 30th May, we'll have motorcycles and scooters on display in Market Street and New Market Street. On Sunday 31st May, we'll be hosting the start and finish of the…
Kendal
Discover a wealth of horticultural colour, scent and design inspiration when 16 gates will open revealing ''The Secret Gardens of Brigsteer".
Visitors to this picturesque South Lakes village will enjoy stunning views over the damson-famous Lyth…
Ulverston
Velo Retro is ready for its 12th anniversary year. The only retro and vintage cycling event in the English Lake District, where for one weekend, steel vintage bikes rule and retro cycling jerseys are cool!
There's a certain magic about riding a…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Lavender Wood – Watercolour Workshop with Ruth Clayton
31 May £70 plus £7 on the day for materials and frame
Join Ruth Clayton for a relaxed and inspiring watercolour workshop exploring the soft colours, atmosphere, and structure of a lavender…
Glenridding
The Montane Ullswater Way Trail Ultra, 20 & 10 starts and finishes at Jenkins Field in Glenridding. The Ultra Distance follows the stunning Ullswater Way route and includes both the Lowther Loop and the Dalemain Loop to make the course 33.5 miles.…
Ambleside
Try wild swimming in the Lake District. All you need to do is book, bring your swimming costume and towel and we'll do the rest!
Wetsuit and equipment hire is included and we have the perfect venue for beginners to outdoor swimming.
Rydal Water or…
Rydal Water, Ambleside
122A Highgate, Kendal
The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers and have since evolved into a robust collective – a sonically unique ensemble featuring layered acoustic and electric guitars, trumpet, upright bass,…
Inspiration
Come and enjoy Swarthmoor at Easter! Complete the trail around our gardens to find the 12 letters…
This is a memory. It's also a story. The story of a girl called Laura. Surrounded by golden fields…
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Looking for the ultimate Easter family day out in Cumbria? Join us at Walby Farm Park for a…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Easter with your family? Take on Egg-venture, a 'cracking'…
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
Molly Warburton, a UK Indie Pop singer-songwriter from Lancaster, will be joining us at The Swan on…
Join me - local guide Emma Seery - and some fellow explorers, for a group walk in the beautiful…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
My name is Naomi Louise Rae B.A.(Hons) PG Dip, M.Sc. and I have lived within the Lancaster and…
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass wave, wall hanging and more then don't miss…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Have you always wanted to grab a selfie with a Roman solider? Be transported 2,000 years back…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Discover the work of acclaimed artist Julian Cooper at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Cumbria,…
DISCOVER THE MYSTERY OF BOWNESSIE ✨ This Easter, step into the legend of Lake Windermere with…
Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all…
Discover a season-round programme of inspiring monthly art workshops at Holker Hall & Gardens,…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Please join us for a creative afternoon in the Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral as we explore the…


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