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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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Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Enjoy a glass of fizz upon arrival in the Broadwater Suite, followed by
a three-course menu. Plus, dance the night away with disco entertainment until midnight! Contact us for availability and prices
Ulverston
Cumbria's biggest comedy club!
Featuring four award winning, Edinburgh Fringe storming, prime time TV smashing acts including:
Ali Woods
Winner of Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 2020. As seen on ITV2's The Stand Up Sketch Show. "The real deal…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Legendary Kendal party band The Seals are a firm favourite in the Malt Room each Christmas! Their rocking show is packed with high energy covers spanning decades of magnificent music – expect to hear northern soul, punk, pop, indie, grime and beyond…
W Strand, Whitehaven
1 hour experience.
Embark on an unforgettable Christmas Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with some of the most adorable and fascinating animals. This hands-on adventure is perfect for animal lovers of all ages. Create…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Make some special memories together at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house this December.
On Saturday 19 December, Blackwell will be filled with festive fun for the whole family. Get creative making colourful pompom decorations and paperchains,…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Wander through Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house this festive season as the enchanting sound of Harps North West fills the house with festive tunes and carols.
As you explore Blackwell's beautifully crafted interiors and major M H Baillie Scott…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Moresby, Whitehaven
Following on fromGreenMatthews' 12 years of successful touring Christmas shows, Gaudete! is an expanded line up playing new and exciting arrangements of Chris and Sophie's popular festive fare. Featuring Emily Baineson early woodwinds and Richard…
Grasmere
On Christmas Day it was Dorothy's Wordsworth's birthday! Find out how Dorothy and her brother William celebrated when she lived in Dove Cottage over 200 years ago. We'll read some of her birthday journal entries and then try some Regency era…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
122A Highgate, Kendal
In the nooks and crannies of the old Shoemaker's shop live the Elves. These cheeky stowaways live off the odds and ends left behind at the end of the day; shoelaces, scraps of leather and sandwich crumbs. They stay hidden from the big world–that's…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Malt Room Standing
"Let's get ready…for crumble". The people's champions, The Lancashire Hotpots enter the ring for another round of music and mirth to give you the biggest night out of the year. Prepare for a no-holds barred night of unforgettable…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Verbalise is one of Brewery Arts' most beloved community events, where emerging voices meet world-renowned artists on a shared stage. Sign up and take part, or sit back and enjoy!
Come and hear brand new Christmas themed poetry. 12 open mic spaces…
Rosehill Industrial Estate, Carlisle
Carr's Billington is delighted to announce the return of its Charity Tractor Run, with the second annual event set to bring together farmers, families, rural communities and tractor enthusiasts for a festive celebration of countryside spirit and…
Inspiration
Come to a place where the earth's natural material meets with children's imaginations, a world of…
ANYONE FOR TENNIS? A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Fear returns to Muncaster with a vengeance from 29 - 31 October at SCARECASTER - our spine-tingling…
Have a go at carving a spooky Halloween pumpkin this October half-term at Allan Bank. We'll prepare…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy,…
Step into a world of secrets, shadows, and spine-tingling fun this Halloween at Levens Hall. …
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family near Keswick? Take on the…
Come and taste different varieties of apples and explore our orchard. During these weekends,…
Oktoberfest at Roundthorn A little taste of Bavaria, right here in Cumbria. This October, we're…
join us at Hillcroft park, Pooley bride for our pumpkin festival 2026. enjoy pumpkin picking and…
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…
Pumpkin Picking After Dark takes everything people love about pumpkin picking and turns it into a…
Join one of the world's most celebrated crime writers for a thrilling evening in Grasmere. To mark…
Are you brave enough to try the spooky night time trail? West Cumberland Orienteering Club are…
Join Jo from JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will…
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's…
Join The Director of Hawkshead's ghost tours, Tallow Tales, to explore the horrifying tales,…
Tartan Weaving (on a 4-shaft loom) Workshop with Jan Beadle £75 plus £5 on the day for…
Welcome to Poetry Club! A space for poets and creatives to share their Spoken Word work and explore…
Get ready for a spooktacular Pet Encounter session. Meet some amazing animal friends, learn all…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…


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