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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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Ulverston
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Rachel Podger - Violin/Director | Brecon Baroque
Bach Excerpts from The Art of Fugue
Vivaldi The Four Seasons
'Queen of the baroque violin', Rachel Podger and her period orchestra open this year's…
Ambleside
Lake District Music Academy | Ignas Maknickas - Piano | Agogo String Quartet | Nadejda String Quartet | Resol String Quartet | Stephen Threlfall - Conductor
Bloch Concerto Grosso No.1
Janáček Adagio from Suite for Strings
Dvořák Serenade for…
Keswick
We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…
Derwentwater, Keswick
Brampton
Members of the Ermine Street Guard, the world famous re-enactment group will be at the Roman Army Museum to show how they make the replica Roman items they wear and use for their displays.
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Longtown, Carlisle
Set in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside, Netherby Hall hosts a fantastic car show which displays some of the best and unique classic cars and performance vehicles that the UK has to offer.
Saturday will be dedicated to showing Performance and…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines arrived in the UK on the last Winton train from Prague in 1939. She will share some reflections of her life, in particular her immense support of the arts and deep…
Keswick
Thirlmere's 76th show! Everyone is welcome to join the cut and thrust of the competitions or come and share the buzz when the doors open at 2.30pm on Saturday 1 August. The WI teas are second to none and this year we also have music from the North…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Dvořák Piano Trio in E minor Op.90 'Dumky'
Reicha Piano Trio in F Op.101, No.4
Smetana Piano Trio in G minor Op.15
Three composers, three musicians - one rich musical heritage. Intensity, lyricism…
Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Fanny Mendelssohn String Quartet in E flat
Dvořák Cypresses Nos.1, 9, 10&12
Bliss String Quartet No.1
Kindly supported by the Bliss Trust
Fresh from their appearance during our spring series the…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm
Join flautist Meera Maharaj and harpist Lucy Nolan as they embark upon a journey into the clouds! Based on celebrated author and illustrator John Burningham's much-loved…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Kendal
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…
Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Janáček String Quartet No.1 'The Kreutzer Sonata'
Smetana Quartet No.1 in E minor 'From My Life'
Dvořák Quartet No.10 in E flat Op.51 'Slavonic'
Kindly supported by Charles Newbould
Described by BBC…
Inspiration
A 5km circular guided walk around an estate that has recently undergone extensive nature recovery…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
Try wild swimming in the Lake District. All you need to do is book, bring your swimming costume and…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Our popular Block Printing Workshops return to the calendar on Saturday 30 May and Saturday 18…
Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
*WORLD PREMIERE From Tom MacRae, the writer of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, comes a brand-new…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
A Tokyo-set dramedy sees Phillip Vanderploeg a struggling, lonely American actor who joins a…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day Come and join The Conscious Self for a…
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs Designed for those with life drawing experience,…


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