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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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Moresby, Whitehaven
The Rosehill Players return with the ever heart warming tale of Calendar Girls.
After the death of her best friend's husband from cancer, spirited Yorkshire housewife Chris hatches a scheme to raise money for a memorial to him.
Utilizing a…
Ambleside
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming. Rydal Water has a fascinating history and is the ideal location for wild swimming. Join us on this gem of a swim-hike, swim the islands of Rydal Water,…
Rydal Water, Ambleside
Ambleside
This is a high quality workshop where participants will be taught how to create a small stone sculpture that they can keep. Participants can work on carving their own block of limestone and can create a relief carved shape from a pre prepared…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Join Handpicked Productions this May at Rosehill for a relaxed, hands-on creative session where we turn everyday throwaway materials into something amazing.
Using card, packaging, string, paper straws, recycled bits and pieces and more, you'll…
Keswick
The Black Moss Potter takes a ramble up the wonderful Langstrath Valley, right at the heart of Borrowdale, to enjoy prolonged dips in the delightful pools of Langstrath and Stonethwaite Beck. The highlight of the day is a swim in the fabled Black…
Borrowdale, Borrowdale
Kirkby Lonsdale
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses, interactive games and a dedicated toddler area for little adventurers. Families book timed…
Penrith
10.00am to 4.30pm
£85 inc tasty home made lunch, fresh coffee and cream tea
Material Charges: £5 to cover soil testing kits etc to Shelagh on the day
Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden with Cumbrian Based lecturer, garden designer &…
Church St, Ambleside
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge's riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks…
PENRITH
A varied concert of choral music by a small chamber choir. A Choral Pilgrimage across Continents and Centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber
A mixture of sacred and secular music - ancient and modern
St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Penrith
Grasmere
A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners, ultra runners fell runners and orienteers of all abilities in an iconic location to race, relax and enjoy. Great routes and camping available.
Ulverston
Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK
With rides ranging from the sedate to the challenging and a full weekend retro festival, there's something for everyone.
Millom
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The…
Inspiration
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment…
Join Steve Dickinson at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 28 April for a fascinating talk on Cumbria's…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs Designed for those with life drawing experience,…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Celebrate the arrival of Spring at Holker's SpringFest, a vibrant weekend of seasonal inspiration…
Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel. Enjoy…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Sign up to take on this unique triathlon event, while raising funds for Turning Tides, a…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Join us for a full two days and one evening of Eat Street Bringing together 16 of Cumbria's very…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…


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