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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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Carlisle
Following the success of its inaugural event in 2023, the Cumbria Business Expo will return to Carlisle Racecourse in 2024 on Friday 20th September.
Grasmere
The epic swimrun event is back! An adventure through the stunning forests, lakes and mountains of the Lake District National Park. Come join us for the Ultra (45km), Full (21.1km) or Middle (12.3km) course, with options to join as a SOLO entry or as…
Crow Park Road, Keswick
One of the most scenic half marathon routes in the country. The challenging course takes you around Derwentwater with an extra loop into the Newlands valley.
Organised by Keswick Rugby Club
County Square, Ulverston
Mark Lundquist Productions
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Direct from a weeklong run in London's West End, a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe!…
Bowness-on-Windermere
It's time for an evening of murder and melodrama as the stage is set for some super soprano sleuthing! The Divine Diva has died on the opening night and it's up to you to work in harmony, hit all the right notes and solve the crime. Was it the…
Kendal
Cinema | (12A) | 109 minutes
Romantics, dreamers, and thinkers will be captivated by this story of transformation, hope, and love.
Based on the award-winning memoir, Surprised by Oxford is the incredible true story of Caro Drake, a young,…
Main St, Ravenglass
Enjoy a fish & chip supper and a return evening train ride up the Eskdale valley. Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, and a fish & chip supper with mushy peas. In 2024 we…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
Cockermouth
It’s a date fixed in every food lover’s calendar – the flagship Taste Cumbria festival is back in Cockermouth on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September 2024.
Windermere
Spending that unplanned night out in the outdoors is always daunting. Always be prepared – learn the skills to be self-sufficient in the wild and implement them in our reality-based two day bushcraft and survival training experience in the Lake…
County Square, Ulverston
Sandarac Productions Limited presents
The Floyd Effect – Dark Animals Tour
Dark Animals Tour 2024-5
Two of Pink Floyd's finest albums, complete and unabridged… and more
Was Animals the darkest Pink Floyd album ever recorded? Drawing upon material…
Whitehaven
One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story of all time, and absolutely no budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong?
Newby Bridge
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and light. You will be taught by an RYA Sailing Instructor everything you need to know, to be happily whizzing around Windermere in your own boat.
Inspiration
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
An exciting season of horse racing, over 9 race dates with entertainment for the whole family.
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current…
Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act…
Two experimental groups arrive in Barrow for a night of sonic sounds. Tara Clerkin Trio and…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
£65 plus £5 for materials Stone surrounds us at Farfield Mill, in the walls and forming the bed of…
Kendal Community Theatre welcomes summer with May Fest, a parade and performance in the streets of…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Join English Heritage for hands-on activities and family fun in the fresh air this May half-term.
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Get ready for a May half-term full of fun and adventure at Walby Farm Park, the ultimate…
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