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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
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock Solid?2 from 9th May to 29th June. This exhibition at the People's Gallery, Kendal Museum will run alongside a series of events including an art trail…
Ambleside
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and Harrison Ward will share their stories about how getting out into the fells – running, swimming, walking – have helped them to push through times of…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Bowness-on-Windermere
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The Concert Hall Killer, here in Bowness. Free entry, all welcome
Kendal
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following week in an outdoor kiln with fire and smoke. A dramatic process resulting in some exciting glaze effects. All levels welcome.
Newby Bridge
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups.
These fun interactive walks are led by a member of the National Trust's welcome team and supported by a cast of toy characters. The walks last about an hour and start and…
Fell Foot, Newby Bridge
Whitehaven
Gemma is looking for love, but it's complicated! With the help of dating app Tingle, she dates two men in one night. Does she choose her quirky soul mate Sheldon, or wealthy charmer Nathaniel?
Then there's Spanner and Julie, the 'village idiots',…
Bowness on Windermere
Lake District Theatre
Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June at the Old Laundry Theatre, Bowness-on-Windermere.
Head-strong Barbara lives alone in her male-free, child-free flat whilst widower Gilbert rents the…
Keswick
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK. In addition to outdoor sports, people can enjoy activities, live music, inspirational speakers, and an incredible array of outdoor brands, plus…
Newby Bridge
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck Fish has been sharing his music far and wide for the past 20 years.
Penrith
Spend time in Acorn Bank garden and woodland with Wild Soul practitioner Alex Murgatroyd who will lead you through the seasonal highlights at Acorn Bank, taking time to notice and fully engage with nature.
Alex is leading 3 Nature Connection walks…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Dalston
We are thrilled to offer food fans, history buffs, and lovers of gorgeous gardens, a chance to enjoy a divine Afternoon Tea at their very own Castle in Cumbria.
Keswick
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival, join us for a short guided taster walk suitable for off-road mobility equipment.
Inspiration
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
Cumbria's own La'al Big Band presents an evening of swing, jazz and pop, from classic to…
Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of…
We are thrilled to offer food fans, history buffs, and lovers of gorgeous gardens, a chance to…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Gemma is looking for love, but it's complicated! With the help of dating app Tingle, she dates two…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
Spend time in Acorn Bank garden and woodland with Wild Soul practitioner Alex Murgatroyd who will…
In this full day workshop, you will experience three distinct elements to creating your unique…
2 multi terrain runs following for most parts the Cumbrian coastal path
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and…
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout…
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