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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
Following the overwhelming response to last year's celebrated Two Wheels Good tour, Martin McAloon is hitting the road again this autumn — this time bringing Prefab Sprout's landmark album Steve McQueen to towns, cities and venues that the tour…
Winscales, Workington
Prepare for an evening of murder, mystery and increasingly ridiculous twists as The Betray-tors, performed by award-winning murder mystery event and production company Highly Suspect, comes to Hunday Manor.
As the nation's favourite game of murder…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Starring: Andrew Garfield, Jamie Bell & Stephen Dillane
Based on the 14th-century English uprising that inspired the legend of Robin Hood, Andrew Garfield stars as the leader of a rebellion against the tyranny of King Richard II in a fight for…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Get inspired this Winter as we welcome the Whitehaven Flower Club and guest arranger Venessa Wellock to Rosehill kick off the run up to Christmas with some spectacular demonstrations.
Vanessa has been a floral designer specialising in wedding flowers…
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
This November, the much-loved Winter Craft Fair returns to Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house and for 2026, there's even more to enjoy as the fair takes place across two consecutive weekends!
Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind gift,…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Kendal
One of the most unique and enjoyable live dub acts on the planet, Zion Train's use of dynamic onstage dub mixing whilst performing alongside acoustic instruments and exceptional vocalists make this group one of a kind.
Zion Train were initially…
Coniston
14th NOVEMBER 2026
Festive Artisan Fayre at the Coniston Institute (10am to 4:30pm)
- 22 indoor stores in the Coniston Institute
- Four outdoor stalls on the walkway outside Coniston Institute
- Coniston WI are doing festive afternoon teas in the…
Keswick
Coming soon to Rookery Woods is a festive adventure play experience. With Zipline, Slides, Maze, Soft Archery, Castles, Dens and more it’s the Rookery Woods everyone knows and loves with a festive twist. There is also an elf hunt, can you help Santa…
Millom
Get ready for a night of pure feel-good music with Forever Diamond, the concert that celebrates Neil Diamond's legendary songs in this stunning live production.
Starring Gary Benjafield, whose voice has filled theatres for many years, together with…
Millom
Looking for a Christmas gift for Mum, Dad, the grandparents — or perhaps a little treat for yourself?
Give them something to look forward to with tickets to Forever Diamond: The Concert, a live theatre show celebrating the timeless music of Neil…
Grasmere
Join us in our cosy Café for Gothic book chats this autumn and delve deeper into the world of Gothic fiction. From doppelgangers to vampires, wild moors to haunted woods, dark labyrinths to spooky castles, Gothic literature has given us some of our…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
122A Highgate, Kendal
A 20th-anniversary screening tour of Graham Fellows' much loved comedy documentary It's Nice Up North starring his alter ego John Shuttleworth. The tour is also being presented as a tribute to the late Martin Parr, the celebrated photographer who…
Inspiration
During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
Discover a vibrant selection of French-language cinema, from acclaimed contemporary releases and…
Our third season of classic films highlights the exciting film career of Victoria Wood - writer,…
A solo exhibition of pastel paintings by Sarah Reid. This solo exhibition brings together a…
An evening of music inspired by remembrance, resilience and hope, centred on the remarkable story…
'Stranger Folk', a magical new digital adventure played by mobile app, is haunting Allan Bank…
Once again, The Armitt is excited to run our annual Fungi Fest. Featuring two fabulous fungi-themed…
Experience Aethelflaed:A new opera in it's most intimate form. This 90 minute recital version…
Environmental and social change come to the big screen this autumn, with documentaries, short films…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family? Take on the Halloween Potion…
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in…
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston…
Experience the music of Pink Floyd like never before as we welcome Everything Under The Sun to…
Performed by local young pianists and introduced by Nina Bernstein, the 29 Anniversaries are a…
Terror at Great Tower Looking for some spooky family fun this October half term? Head to Great…
Youngsters are invited to help create a major art installation this half-term in a meadow at…
FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER·7PM BARTONS YARD, CARLISLE FIVE-COURSE TASTING MENU A celebration of food,…
Looking for things to do this October Half Term in the Lake District? Get outdoors and head to Go…
Step into a world of secrets, shadows, and spine-tingling fun this Halloween at Levens Hall. …
Flowing from the Fells presents selected works from the Lakeland Arts collection to explore the…


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