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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Handwoven Bracelet Workshop – Isobelle Stothert
Saturday 2 May
£70 including materials
Treat yourself to a peaceful and creative day learning the beautiful craft of handwoven bracelet making. Using a small loom and guided step by step by an…
122A Highgate, Kendal
The combined vocal and multi-instrumental talents of Rowan Rheingans, Hazel Askew and Hannah James make up the uniquely captivating band Lady Maisery who have for well over a decade enraptured audiences throughout the UK and Europe. Individually…
Main St, Ravenglass
Celebrate 50 Years of Northern Rock
May 2nd – 4th, 2026
Join the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for the Northern Rock Golden Jubilee Gala this May Bank Holiday. This three-day "steam spectacular" honors 50 years of our flagship locomotive with an…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Celebrate the arrival of Spring at Holker's SpringFest, a vibrant weekend of seasonal inspiration set in the stunning gardens and grounds. Discover artisan stalls, enjoy live entertainment and guest speakers, including James Alexander-Sinclair.…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Penrith
Step Back Into The 12th Century at Greystoke Castle!
TWO DAY EVENT. BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND! 3rd-4th May 2026
10am to 5pm each day
The grounds of Greystoke Castle will come alive with the clash of steel and the roar of battle as warriors go…
Bampton, Penrith
Experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, and be immersed in the wild symphony of the dawn chorus here at Haweswater.
Under the expert eyes and ears of our RSPB Warden Spike, amble through the enchanting temperate…
Wild Haweswater, Penrith
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini's Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin.
Baritone Igor Golovatenko…
County Square, Ulverston
A magical, fun-filled, fast-paced, and wickedly funny telling of the famous story of the princess sent to sleep for a hundred years after pricking herself on a spinning wheel. Suitable for all the family.
Bampton, Penrith
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, at a slightly more manageable hour of the morning, and be immersed in the birdsong here at Wild…
Wild Haweswater, Penrith
Buttermere
The Buttermere Swimble – The Buttermere Valley is surely one of the most beautiful in the Lake District. Buttermere itself is a stunning place to swim and the water is crystal clear, with that typical slate blue tint we know and love. The walking…
Buttermere Lake, Buttermere
Inspiration
Discover the work of acclaimed artist Julian Cooper at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Cumbria,…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
Join us for a FREE Easter Trail around Kents Bank and Main Street. Collect your trail map and…
Confluences in Time brings together painter and textile artist Rachel Morrell and photographer…
Soft Machine is one of the greatest UK avant/jazz-rock bands of all time. Their work, from their…
Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Carlisle is gearing up for the much anticipated return of the International Market. An open air…
Join me - local guide Emma Seery - and some fellow explorers, for a group walk in the beautiful…
Easter at Levens Hall 28 March – 6 April Spring is arriving at Levens Hall, and we're opening our…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom! Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom! Help collect the…
Journey through the awe-inspiring legends of Bubbleland, as they are brought to life in a breath…
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Staying at The Swan this Easter? Why not join us on Sunday 5th April, for our very own swanderful…
Join us in the Learning Centre this Easter Holidays for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration…
Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be…
Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…


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