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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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Kendal
Join us for our Christmas Opening here at Levens Hall this December. We will be opening the House and Topiary area of the Gardens over the first three weekends in December.
5th, 6th, 7th December
12th, 13th, 14th December
19th, 20th, 21st…
Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen, Kendal
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Celebrate the Christmas season in style with a Festive Afternoon Tea in Blackwell's charming Tea room. Featuring glorious Windermere views, Blackwell is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a delightful festive treat.
Savour a carefully curated…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
The Abbey, Carlisle
Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building on the success of the first event held in 2024.
Last year's festival involved 30 local charities, organisations, schools and groups, all of whom…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Grasmere
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover grand landscapes by Constable and Turner, a hasty sketch by Dorothy Wordsworth, dramatic watercolours and rarely displayed objects that spark wonder,…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Lake Rd, Keswick
Meet Ted, a cautious old soul living all alone in a busy, bustling town. He likes it that way. It's quieter and safer. Until one extraordinary day, a surprise visitor turns his lonely life upside down.
Told by a very special performer, with a…
Bowness-on-Windermere
✨ Santa's Grotto Experience – Just £10 per Child!
(Adults go free!)
Step into the magic of Christmas at The Royalty, where Father Christmas awaits in his enchanting winter wonderland!
Upon arrival, one of our cheerful elves will greet you at the…
Find a Christmas carols service to go to in Cumbria.
Search the whole county and use the map to find a carol service near you.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Every Christmas the Carlisle Cathedral choirs join forces for the annual Christmas Concert; this year our boy and girl choristers, Consort and Lay Clerks will be singing Carols by Candlelight - the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat, including…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Borrowdale, Keswick
Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain!
Ho-Ho-Honister is back for 2025 with even more festive magic. Journey aboard the Honister bus into the heart of the fells before venturing underground with one of…
Inspiration
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20…
A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local…
On 12 November 2025 14:00-16:00 £10 Meg has worked in many museums and galleries in the North…
Team Walby is thrilled to announce that Father Christmas and his Festive Friends will be visiting…
The traditional tale of Cinderella, but with hilarious twists! All the traditional elements of…
he Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building…
Come one, come all, to The Swan Hotel's lair, The Grinch himself will be waiting there! This…
Saturday, November 1st: 6pm-7.30pm Saturday, November 8th, 6pm-7.30pm Thursday, November 13th,…
Get creative with us this Christmas holidays at Abbot Hall. Make a Clothes Peg Doll Materials will…
This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey Step aboard our magical…
Enter the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense. There's a wolf coming… but for now, The Three…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
30/9/25 This talk will explore the development of children's literature and, in particular, the…
Join us on Monday 22nd December for an exciting morning at Wainwrights' Inn at Chapel Stile. Start…
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Get in the festive spirit at Grizedale with our Christmas cinema! We'll be showing the Gruffalo's…


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