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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.
This November, check out the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Kendal
Starts 2pm | Tickets £12.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 6+
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the…
Bowness on Windermere
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April
Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. What started as a College project has grown into a passion, but the…
Penrith
Presented by Speakers from the Edge
From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari shares his inspiring journey from being born in a cowshed, going to school barefoot, growing up in civil war,…
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre
'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s. Having released the albums 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns', 'Hejira', 'Don Juan's…
Workington
Workington Town's first Pride
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £35 | Theatre
Together for fifty five years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. New album the Green Man Collection brings together…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Friday 2 May
The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band that in 2009, took the world by storm. Four musicians come together in tweed waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of…
Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Schools £8, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 8+
A Lichfield Garrick production
MICHAEL MORPURGO'S FARM BOY
Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.
It sometimes felt as…
The Racecourse, Cartmel
An exciting season of Jumps Racing
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Joby Talbot | Joni Mitchell | Keaton Henson | George Gershwin
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool's Paradise, The…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Can you conquer WHINLATTER in 2025?
Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon. With breath-taking views across the Lake District towards Keswick and Skiddaw this run won't disappoint those who love the Lakes. These are…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £15.50 | Malt Room Cabaret
Driven by awe and wonder of the natural world Iona Lane delivers poetic songs, with subtle musical touches and contemplative melodies that link unheard stories with the world we find ourselves in…
Inspiration
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome Eden Baroque- Michael Sanderson…
Get ready to sing your heart out and spread joy with Cathy Marcangelo.
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Head out for bat and wildlife spotting adventures after dark with the National Trust Rangers in…
Saturday 2 November (13:30/15:00) Show duration: 70 minutes (no interval) Come and join the merry…
"Little Engineers' Day" with Chris Vine and a special Halloween-themed storytelling event. Our…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Learn to paint a Looser Ink and Watercolour ~ a four-week Series with local artist, Lyn Evans…
Everyone creates their own coping strategies or rules for living. But what happens when an extended…
The Manchester Bee Monument will be visiting Barrow from the 4th - 22nd November 2024. The Bee…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Brantwood Dark Skies and Pie Stargazing Night – Guided walk with professional Mountain Leader,…
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £18.50 | Theatre Scotland's folk sensation, Siobhan Miller, takes her…
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside gets set for the start of their festive season with a combined…
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired…
Join fantastic astronomers from the Cockermouth Astronomical Society. We'll have telescopes…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
Join us for an arty day at Whinlatter. Let the forest inspire you to create your own piece of art.…
Five-course diner with wines to accompany per person
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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