Don't Miss
to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
What’s On in the Lake District and Cumbria
Refine By
Number of results: 395
, currently showing 193 to 204.
Ongoing Events
Address
Walby Farm Park, Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA10 2FETelephone
01228 573056Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Looking for a magical Santa experience in Cumbria this Christmas? Planning a festive family day out near Carlisle or the Lake District?
Our much-loved Father Christmas on the Farm experience is returning to Walby Farm Park for 2026 – and it's set…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026to24 Dec 2026Open 10:10 - 17:30
Address
Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
The band from the 1960/70's that just keeps giving.
Featuring Thijs Van Leer, Pierre Van Der Linden, Menno Gootjes and Udo Pannekeet, Focus return to the stage. Fresh from a successful 2025 tour, and the 2024 release of their new studio album Focus…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
Address
Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LDTelephone
+441229820000Barrow-in-Furness
With nearly 7,000 performances across 27 countries in 40 years, King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys are one of the world's leading jump, jive and swing bands.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
Address
The Beggar's Theatre, Market Square, Millom, Cumbria, LA184HZTelephone
01229775677Millom
Let It Swing! The Christmas Collection.
The festive season has always had a soundtrack—and nothing captures the magic of Christmas quite like the unmistakable sound of swing. From fireside classics to joyous seasonal sing-alongs, these songs have…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
Address
Kirkby Stephen Auction Mart, Faraday Road, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4DSTelephone
07497 454735Kirkby Stephen
Pennine Young Farmers Club Annual Christmas Tractor Run. Departing Kirkby Stephen Auction Mart at 6pm, passing through surrounding villages!
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
Address
Ladies Walk Carpark, Birkenhead, 29 Well Lane, Workington, Cumbria, CA143BATelephone
0774398409529 Well Lane, Workington
The Workington Christmas Light Switch on and Christmas Market returns for 2026 with a fun packed, festive day of market stalls, live music, food & drink and of course, the big switch on! Extend your festive delight by heading over to Hall Park for…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
Address
Hall Park, Ladies' Walk, Workington, Cumbria, CA144YBTelephone
07743984095Workington
Workington Lightworks is designed as a flagship community celebration, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for a unique evening spectacle featuring illuminated artwork, projection, dance and music across the historic grounds…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
Dalston
Celebrate the festive season at Rose Castle by joining our gardeners, Ruth and Liz, to create your own handcrafted Christmas wreath using materials from the Castle gardens. A sumptuous festive feast in the magnificent State Drawing Room follows…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026Open 09:00 - 14:30
- From:
- 1 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 14:30
Address
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TSTelephone
0344 579 3002Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Enjoy a Super Sunday at the Races
Come and join us for what promises to be an exciting day of Jump racing, and see what Carlisle Racecourse is all about.
From views over to the Lake District to superstar jumpers galloping up the Carlisle hill to…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Endmoor Village Hall, Woodside Road, Endmoor, Cumbria, LA8 0HQTelephone
07979 826414Endmoor
Make Your Own Fresh Christmas Wreath
Get into the festive spirit and join us for a relaxed and creative Christmas wreath making workshop. You'll create your very own fresh Christmas wreath using beautiful British and Scottish foliage, seasonal…
Dates
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Open 16:00 - 18:00
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening.GIANT, the 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Crown) as Roald Dahl, comes to the big screen. Winner of 3 Olivier Awards® including Best Play and a Tony Award® for Best Actor in a Play…
Dates
- From:
- 29 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 16:50
Address
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Kendal, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QNTelephone
015394 46139Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Deck the Hall
Self-led activity available for the month of December in the Guild RoomHelp us decorate Blackwell in festive Edwardian style. Create paper chains like those that might have hung in the house at Christmas time, or decorate your own…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2026to23 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Inspiration
Step onto the footplate, take the controls under expert guidance and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience unlike any other- 15 Mar 202631 Dec 2026
- Get ready to roll this half term with Grizedale Forest’s brand-new family adventure!
- Our new travel planner enables you to plan your trip in the most efficient way possible.
- Search our jam-packed catalogue of year-round activities and workshops which are sure to inspire you!
- Check out the packed, year-round programme of arts and culture events and exhibitions.
- Get the best seat in the house and settle in for thrills and adventure with our selection of stage and big screen entertainment all year round.
- Get the latest news and inspiration, straight from the Lake District, Cumbria to your inbox! Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here.
What's On This Week
FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER·7PM BARTONS YARD, CARLISLE FIVE-COURSE TASTING MENU A celebration of food,…
Openings
Season
30th October 2026Join The Director of Hawkshead's ghost tours, Tallow Tales, to explore the horrifying tales,…
Openings
Season
26th October 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Openings
Season
24th October 2026-5th November 2026To celebrate 125 years of Blackwell, Lakeland Arts will be showcasing a major exhibition of works…
Openings
Season
19th September 2026-20th March 2027Screening. Two of opera's most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi's…
Openings
Season
24th October 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Openings
Session
27th May 2026-27th May 2027Come to a place where the earth's natural material meets with children's imaginations, a world of…
Openings
Season
29th October 2026Season
29th October 2026Join us at Muncaster from 24 October - 1 November for some spook-tacular family fun! The iconic…
Openings
Season
24th October 2026-1st November 2026During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
Openings
Season
24th October 2026Season
24th October 2026Season
25th October 2026Get ready for a spooktacular celebration at Halloween at Holker, where festive fun comes alive for…
Openings
Season
30th October 2026-31st October 2026Women Who Cumbria present Mooch: a clothes swap event at Maryport's brand new Carlton venue. Grab a…
Openings
Season
24th October 2026Terror at Great Tower Looking for some spooky family fun this October half term? Head to Great…
Openings
Season
27th October 2026Season
29th October 2026Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Openings
Season
29th October 2026-19th November 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Openings
Season
3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
Openings
Season
15th June 2026-31st December 2027Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles and George MacKay A charming, witty, and deeply…
Openings
Season
29th October 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Openings
Season
14th February 2026-1st November 2026Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Openings
Season
20th February 2026-31st December 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Openings
Season
22nd July 2026-22nd July 2027Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Openings
Season
30th October 2026-18th December 2026Comedy Club is our ever-popular and ever-hilarious night featuring some of the best UK comedians on…
Openings
Season
30th October 2026Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest. Listen out for owls, learn about the…
Openings
Season
28th October 2026Looking for the best pumpkin picking in Cumbria this autumn? Planning a family day out near…
Openings
Season
3rd October 2026-31st October 2026Join us for our planetarium show about one of the most fascinating and topical subjects in modern…
Openings
Season
28th October 2026
We’re having a party - come and join us.
Summer is a time of festivals and celebrations in Cumbria and the Lake District. Click here to find inspiration and events.
Running an event?
You may also like
Follow The Lake District, Cumbria on Social Media
Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
Ratings Powered By
© Cumbria Tourism