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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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Park Rd, Milnthorpe
An EXCLUSIVE event, where our lucky guests will be treated to a 6-course, wild-inspired feast in the beautiful setting of Rivers & Roads!
This event is designed to inspire you to forage for yourself and ultimately eat more wild food. There will be…
Unthank Farm/Unthank, Penrith
This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic French fairy tale: "Puss in Boots."
This faithful adaptation brings the beloved story to life with a cast of expertly crafted long string marionettes,…
Grange-over-Sands
Come and watch this classic musical on the big screen!
A spoof of the turmoil that afflicted the movie industry in the late 1920s when movies went from silent to sound. When two silent movie stars, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont, latest movie is made…
Moresby, Whitehaven
The magician Herr Drosselmeyer needs to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker; the only way to save him is for the Nutcracker to defeat the Mouse King and find a girl to love and care for him. A flicker of hope comes in…
Windermere
A very special festive Sunday at Merewood
Join us for our Santa Luncheon on Sunday, 14th December 2025, from 12:30pm to 4:00pm.
Settle into a specially decorated country house setting and get ready to indulge in a delightful three-course à la carte…
Station Rd, Silloth
Join us for a festive evening full of lights, laughter, and community spirit.
Date: Sunday 14th December 2025
Start & Finish: Silloth Airfield
⏰ Arrive from 3:30PM - Judging of best decorated vehicles and best fancy dress 4.30 - Leaving 5.30
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Castle Green Lane, Kendal
Tuesday 16th December 2025
Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three course meal while you become part of a thrilling Murder Mystery where you'll work alongside fellow guests to unravel clues, solve puzzles, and figure out…
Great Langdale, Ambleside
A restorative floating sound bath in the heart of the Lake District.
Renew your mind, body and soul with our evening ritual at Langdale. This intimate one-hour ritual invites you to slow down, reconnect, and restore. Float effortlessly in the indoor…
Ravenglass
Alan Cleaver and his wife Lesley Park conjure up the spirit of Cumbria's Christmas past with a look back at some of the customs and traditions of yesteryear including Eskdale's Christmas carol, delivering the Christmas post, snow pancakes and a…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Auctionmart Ln, Penrith
The traditional tale of Cinderella, but with hilarious twists!
All the traditional elements of that most British of institutions, the Pantomime. Suitable for all ages, You will encounter:
a Fairy Godmother new to the job, a downtrodden Cinders…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Every Christmas the Carlisle Cathedral choirs join forces for the annual Christmas Concert; this year our boy and girl choristers, Consort and Lay Clerks will be singing Carols by Candlelight - the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat, including…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Bowness on Windermere
Set in a radio station in the 1940's, we have a very busy sound FX artist and lots of actors playing over 30 characters. Feel the spirit of Christmas as Frank Capra's 1946 Christmas film comes vividly to life!
It's Christmas Eve in Bedford Falls.…
Inspiration
Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain! Ho-Ho-Honister is…
Please come along and support the Windermere Food Bank and of course some amazing local crafters…
The Snow Queen - Grange Youth Pantomime 2025 Join Grange Musical Theatre Society for their magical…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
We're not in Keswick anymore… From Aunty Em's Cumbrian cottage Dorothy dreams of returning to her…
Saturday 13th December 11am Join us for our annual Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a festive morning…
Christmas comes alive in Carlisle: festive markets, music, and magic in the city centre. Carlisle…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Soul Survivors are Cumbria's leading Soul and Motown band, playing all the classics from Wilson…
There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
Come and make beautiful Christmas themed mosaic decorations and items for indoor display, using…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
A Musical Almanac: Winter Notes in Cumbria including a post performance meet the musicians. Jack…
Your chance to make something beautiful for Christmas. Would you like to learn how to make a…
On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of…
Lady Anne Clifford: Building Attributes is a pop up exhibition presenting four architectural models…
Join Nicola Hunter-Dale for this festive workshop. You will create textures and patterns in your…
Taking inspiration from Beatrix Potter, this years Fungi walks will take place at key locations…
Peter Wright's The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company.…
13/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…
Saturday, November 1st: 6pm-7.30pm Saturday, November 8th, 6pm-7.30pm Thursday, November 13th,…
Team Walby is thrilled to announce that Father Christmas and his Festive Friends will be visiting…


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