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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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Penrith
A 10k road race for all abilities, on quiet country lanes, with start & finish within the beautiful grounds of Acorn Bank National Trust property in the Eden Valley
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Keswick
Join us at Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa in Borrowdale for a relaxed and stylish brunch club in the heart of the Lake District, set within the award-winning Mizu Pan-Asian Restaurant.
Your ticket includes:
Welcome drink on arrival
Two-course brunch at…
Greystoke
Taste the Lakes is not your average half marathon. Set across Greystoke Castle's private parkland and Greystoke Forest - normally closed to the public - this is 13.2 miles of breathtaking Cumbrian trail with a delicious twist.
At every mile, a…
2 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Motivated to create music that would stand the test of time, Glaswegian singer/songwriter Chris Thomson created The Bathers in 1994 and proceeded to create and release seven albums of beautifully crafted, cinematic pop, including the stripped back…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of Afternoon Recitals continues. For today's recital we are delighted to welcome Lucy Farrimond to the Fratry Hall.
ake some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're a classical enthusiast or just…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge textile practice.
Pathways presents a dynamic exhibition by Contemporary Quilt, a Special Interest Group of The Quilters' Guild, whose members…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled, sustainable materials.
Textile Fusion presents a new body of work by textile artist Dianne Standen, inspired by the rich textures, colours, and forms of…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through landscape.
Tumbling Stones, Wiggly Tin is an exhibition by Hilary Grisewood that explores and celebrates the vernacular architecture of the Yorkshire…
Wasdale
Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure – Experience wild swimming in Wasdale which offers adventurous swims in pure, clear water. Known as the birthplace of British rock climbing and home to Wastwater, the most dramatic lake in England. Wastwater is…
Kendal
Through unheard stories alongside candid photos from his new bestselling book 'No One You Know', Dave Rowntree shares the tales behind Blur's formative years. From their early friendships in Colchester to world tours, and famously going head-to-head…
122A Highgate, Kendal
After a storming 2025 season, Brewery Arts Jazz Club is back for 2026! Enjoy sumptuous, velvety tunes performed live by the UK's finest emerging artists. Our handpicked lineup guarantees an unforgettable night of music from the very best. So, sit…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated | Age Guidance 16+
Alasdair Beckett-King is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi-award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation. Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and…
Inspiration
Reactor, by Felicity Hammond, is a new multimedia installation exploring the possibilities of the…
Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
Annual charity cycle event comprising four routes of either 13, 25, 50, or 71 miles. The event…
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
Back by popular demand – and with even more flavour – Chef Bobby invites you to a night of…
Swap the frenzy of Henman Hill for the sweep of Ullswater's fells this July as Another Place, The…
Festival of the Lake is coming to Windermere Jetty Museum on Saturday 27 June 2026 for a full day…
SAVE THE DATE - 27th and 28th June… We have a party pending... Jenningsfest - Celebrating 1 year of…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Acclaimed pianist Ida Pelliccioli returns to the Cathedral's Fratry Hall in 2026 presenting a new…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day Come and join The Conscious Self for a…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in…
Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything –…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
The Antique Fair at Hutton-in-the-Forest takes place on Saturday 28 June, bringing together a wide…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
James Delarre & Saul Rose are a celebrated English folk duo whose music is defined by the timeless…
The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…


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