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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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Whitehaven
Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act narrative ballet by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, celebrates its tenth anniversary.
King Leontes of Sicilia is crippled with an all-consuming…
Whitehaven
Join us at The Beacon Portal for a beginners half day glass fusing course. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and guidance. Make up to two dishes and a hanging with your very own designs.
During the course you…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Brampton
Welcome to a Spring Concert performed by the The Amici Singers & The Ensemble of Friends! Join us for a delightful afternoon filled with beautiful choral music at Lanercost Priory Church featuring the works of Cohen, Coombes, Dunstable, Hawkins,…
Whitehaven
Join us at The Beacon Portal for a beginners half day glass fusing course. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and guidance. Make up to two dishes and a hanging with your very own designs.
During the course you…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Get ready for a May half-term full of fun and adventure at Walby Farm Park, the ultimate family-friendly destination in Cumbria! From 25 May to 2 June, our May Mayhem event will offer a variety of exciting activities that are sure to keep the whole…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join our crafty team in the Visitor Centre for free drop in craft activities. A great way to finish off your day in the forest with a simple but creative memento to take away!
Free event. Drop in between 11am and 3pm.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Grizedale, Hawkshead
Stuck for things to do this May Half Term? Whether you are a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family, we have adventure covered.
Whitehaven
Bring the whole family and join in a free and easy day of fun with balance bikes, volleyball, badminton, sack races and more. Why not bring a picnic and enjoy the views or take a walk through the wildflower meadows.
Keswick
Brought to you by the National Trust and Mobile Adventure, an opportunity to get out on the lake and maybe try something new. Join an instructor-led session to learn the basics of paddleboarding before enjoying the freedom to explore more of Derwent…
Derwentwater, Keswick
Keswick
Brought to you by the National Trust and Mobile Adventure, an opportunity to get out on the lake and maybe try something new.
Derwentwater, Keswick
Lake Rd, Keswick
In partnership with the Theatre by the Lake and part of the Fells for All festival, join in on a guided walk along the accessible path on the Derwent Water shore.
Join ranger Roy as he guides you along Derwent Water, taking in the views across the…
Staveley
This week we'll be helping our special woods at Staveley Woodlands Nature Reserve. Try your hand at a range of practical woodland management activities with the Reserves Officer, Danni. Tasks will vary depending on the need and time of year.
Inspiration
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
£65 plus £5 for materials Stone surrounds us at Farfield Mill, in the walls and forming the bed of…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock…
The Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon & 10k in May 2024. With…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
An exciting season of horse racing, over 9 race dates with entertainment for the whole family.
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
Welcome to a Spring Concert performed by the The Amici Singers & The Ensemble of Friends! Join us…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Our very own Marcus (or to give him his full name Marcus Pergamus Iustus) will lead you on an…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK. The foraging course begins with a short…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Bendrigg's infamous 10k course is back with a modern twist! We are thrilled to announce the return…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
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