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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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Whitehaven
Join us at The Edge for an evening of new music from local talent. Following a 10 week song writing course by Soundwave, local musicians will perform their songs for the first time. Come along, grab a drink and enjoy!
Carlisle
Join us for the annual Cumbria Singers Concert at Carlisle Cathedral.
This year's concert programme is:
Haydn - Te Deum
Haydn - Insanae et vanae curae
Mozart - Exsultate, jubilate
Mozart - Great Mass in C minor
Conductor : Matthew Owens,…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
122A Highgate, Kendal
John Jones is best known as the powerful and charismatic singer with Oysterband, veterans of the folk and roots scene since the 1980s. They started as The Whitstable Oyster Company Ceilidh Band, one of the best ceilidh bands in the business, which…
Ulverston
Join us for an all women's wellness festival based in the The Lake District this Spring.
Enjoy two days of movement, connection, sunshine & spritz with likeminded women.
With day tickets and full weekend passes available, you can move, breathe,…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Celebrate St George's Day in style with an unforgettable afternoon of music at Rosehill
Join the Whitehaven Male Voice Choir and the Whitehaven Brass Band as they come together for a rousing concert filled with stirring melodies, rich harmonies,…
Wigton
Wigton will play host to another Taste Cumbria festival on Saturday 25 April 2026.
It's the sixth time the event has been held in Wigton and we can't wait to come back to this great little town.
Here's a flavour of the festival line-up – all of…
Penrith
Celebrating the magic of Marmalade, the festival has become a highlight of the Cumbrian Spring calendar.
Thousands of jars of marmalade entered into the competition by Artisans and Home Makers will be judged and on display throughout the Mansion.…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
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!
Rosy Carrick is a writer, performer, translator, compere and bad-ass…
Kendal
You'll start with a 400m swim in the pool and then transition to your bike for an out and back route which has a timed out neutral zone. Finally, a 5km off-road run using the route of the old canal for a short distance then onto woodland trails and…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter's rescue. But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it…
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Join us and our Accredited Conservator, Caroline Bendix. Caroline has 40 years' experience, working for major heritage sites and many private and municipal collections. She has been the expert collections advisor at Hawkshead Grammar School since…
Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Hawkshead
The Abbey, Carlisle
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 29th April organised as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral.
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Inspiration
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Few musicians can claim to have made such a mark on the British music scene in the last thirty…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
The Lake District is England's only true mountain area. It has the most beautiful scenery in the…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 5th April…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
We're looking forward to welcoming Rob Young to The Swan on the 3rd April for an evening of live…
Confluences in Time brings together painter and textile artist Rachel Morrell and photographer…
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail…
Celebrate Easter Weekend at Holker Hall & Gardens with a fun-filled programme for the whole family!…
DISCOVER THE MYSTERY OF BOWNESSIE ✨ This Easter, step into the legend of Lake Windermere with…
Grammy-nominated innovators Manu Delago (handpan) and Max ZT (hammered dulcimer) come together in a…
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be…
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
My name is Naomi Louise Rae B.A.(Hons) PG Dip, M.Sc. and I have lived within the Lancaster and…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…


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