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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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122A Highgate, Kendal
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Thu 24 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 6-8pm | 16+ yrs
Design and make your own pieces, learning all the basic techniques used in stained and fused glass. This is a practical course, suitable for complete beginners as well as those with experience.
What…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs
Design and make your own pieces, learning all the basic techniques used in stained and fused glass. This is a practical course, suitable for complete beginners as well as those with experience.…
122A Highgate, Kendal
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs
A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional photographers the opportunity to work in a safe, relaxed, and creative Darkroom environment, to develop and print black and white photography.
Members have…
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, celebrating the makers, ideas and objects that have shaped our collection since opening our doors to the public in 2001.
Set throughout the house, the…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
122A Highgate, Kendal
Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are chosen under a theme, then voted on by the participants. We watch the chosen film, then head to the bar for a drink and to chat. Finish times may…
Ambleside
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned by Beatrix Potter.
The farm at Hill Top remains fully operational all year round just how Beatrix Potter loved and envisioned. The farm tour offers a…
Windermere
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable volunteers, this small-group tour offers a deeper exploration into the fascinating history of the people and objects connected to the home where one family…
Townend, Windermere
The Racecourse, Cartmel
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Inspiration
Acclaimed pianist Ida Pelliccioli returns to the Cathedral's Fratry Hall in 2026 presenting a new…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Ullswater Epicman Triathlon is based at Park Foot Holiday Park. You can choose either the Sprint,…
The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round…
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends…
Nine years after Brazil's worst environmental disaster, filmmaker Claudia Neubern returns to the…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Annual charity cycle event comprising four routes of either 13, 25, 50, or 71 miles. The event…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 7.15-8.45pm | 14+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
If you love walking or hiking and taking in spectacular scenery, and want to help support…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything –…
Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
A walk through the Social History of Whitehaven Town. Join us for a series of fascinating walks…
Festival of the Lake is coming to Windermere Jetty Museum on Saturday 27 June 2026 for a full day…
Verbalise is one of Brewery Arts' most beloved community events, where emerging voices meet…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…


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