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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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Hutton-in-the-Forest, Penrith
Apple Day at Hutton-in-the-Forest on 20 September celebrates traditional orchard fruit with apple displays, apple ID and juicing. There will be artisan food stalls and plants to buy as well as activities for children, games and music.
Hutton-in-the-Forest Historic House, Penrith
122A Highgate, Kendal
Malt Room Standing | By Arrangement with Tony Denton Promotions
Altered Images originated in Glasgow and were part of the 1980s Scottish new wave/post-punk scene. Still led by singer Clare Grogan, the band performs to enthusiastic crowds worldwide…
Kendal
Born and raised on a farm in Zimbabwe in an Afrikaans family, Neels invites you to reminisce with him and explore the food and drink influences of this distinctive culture.
Afrikaners are descendants mainly of Dutch settlers, with significant…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated
After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK's dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy.
Don't miss his trademark high-energy exasperation and razor-sharp…
T, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Lydia and Ben to the Fratry Hall.
A wonderful way to spend a Wednesday afternoon, come along enjoy lunch in the Cafe before or cake and coffee after! We hope to see you…
Grasmere
A spellbinding evening of Gothic tales in candlelit Dove Cottage.
Discover the origins of modern horror and fantasy fiction in this bewitching storytelling event. This time the theme is MONSTERS: the human and inhuman monsters of Gothic horror,…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
122A Highgate, Kendal
Mary Coughlan is often described as the greatest female vocalist that Ireland has ever produced, standing alongside some of the world's most iconic jazz singers. She is unique in blending whisky-blurred, smoke-seared, husky notes with the laconic…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière's classic dark comedy.
Telling the truth isn't always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern…
Lake Rd, Keswick
13 Valleys celebrates the 13 unique valleys of the Lake District National Park which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them all together. You can choose between one trail distance: 2 Valleys (22km) and three ultra…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Comedy Club is our ever-popular and ever-hilarious night featuring some of the best UK comedians on the UK stand-up circuit for your laughing pleasure. Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh your socks off!
Here comes our ever-popular and…
Newby Bridge
Molly Warburton, a UK Indie Pop singer-songwriter from Lancaster, will be joining us at The Swan on 25th September for a night of live music!
Previously featured on BBC Introducing, MusicCrowns, and Spotify Editorial Playlists, Molly's soulful…
Nr Kendal
Join Joanne Coates for a walk and talk discussing her Daughters of the Soil work — how farming, land, labour and image co-exist. You will set off on a guided walk through the fields, hedgerows and a place that hosts a working farm during the harvest…
Sizergh, Kendal
Inspiration
If you love walking or hiking and taking in spectacular scenery, and want to help support…
Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are…
Epic Lakes Swim Ullswater takes place from Park Foot Holiday Park, near Pooley Bridge, which…
If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass wave, wall hanging and more then don't miss…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Wed 22 Apr-1 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Annual charity cycle event comprising four routes of either 13, 25, 50, or 71 miles. The event…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends…
Out of on the far flung Wallis Island, Charles, an eccentric widower and lottery winner, hires a…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
TOUCH A TRUCK Cockermouth Rotary Club Family Fun Day BIG vehicles. BIG fun
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1-2.30pm | 7+ yrs Art Explorers is a creative and sociable mixed…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm…
Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in…
Our Finsthwaite Wild Swim is an easy-paced swim walk taking us from the village of Finsthwaite,…
The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round…
A walk through the Social History of Whitehaven Town. Join us for a series of fascinating walks…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…


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