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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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Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Monks Belt Weaving workshop with Jan Beadle
£75 plus £5 on the day for materials
12 March 2026
Monk's Belt is a block weave, woven with a supplementary weft on a pain weave ground.
Perfect introduction to weaving but also weavers wanting to develop…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Western – True Grit (2010)
The Coen Brothers' reimagining of the classic Western tale. A determined young girl hires a grizzled U.S. Marshal to hunt down her father's killer, leading to an unforgettable journey across rugged frontier country…
Carlisle
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our medieval stained glass in the East Window and see the starry ceiling and the Cathedral from a new perspective. Please note this at-height tour includes steps…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
122A Highgate, Kendal
Formed in 1989 in the quiet town of Cinderford in England's Forest of Dean, EMF exploded onto the global stage with their infectious blend of dance, rock, and pop. Within a year, they were everywhere, thanks to the smash hit "Unbelievable," a song…
Carlisle
A fundraising event for the Friends of Carlisle Victorian & Turkish Baths charity.
Find pre-loved, and also some new, clothes, footwear and accessories, all kindly donated to the charity. Most of the items are womenswear, with a large number of…
Bowness-on-Windermere
"The difference between a Lady and flower girl isn't how she behaves, but how she is treated"
Eliza Doolittle is a Cockney flower girl with big dreams.
Henry Higgins is a brash Professor of Speech with a big ego.
When a chance encounter sparks a…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Following her hugely successful 'Side Eye' tour, Rachel Fairburn (BBC Two's Live at the Apollo) is heading out on her new 'Vexy Beast' UK tour from October 2026.
Come join her as she works up a whole cast of personalities including nepo babies with…
Penrith
The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round array of plants, trees and fungi for us to explore.
Our Foraging Courses begin with a short introduction to Wild Food UK, what to expect from your day…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
Ambleside
This is a brief look at the life of a woman who fought for an education, supported herself by her writing, travelled to America to campaign against slavery and finally settled in Ambleside, taking up walking, writing about the social issues of the…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Carlisle
Please join us for a creative afternoon in the Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral as we explore the beautiful art of Block Printing.
Use a stunning selection of printing blocks and an appealing choice of colours to design and create your own item to…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Building Shapes and Colour Blending in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell
Saturday March 14th
£70 plus £5 for materials
Join tapestry artist Anna Wetherell for a hands-on workshop exploring the techniques of shape building and colour blending in…
Nr Kendal
Join us for an inspiring guided walk with acclaimed photographer Joanne Coates, as we explore her site-specific works Daughters of the Soil.
Learn smartphone photography tips, discover nature-friendly farming, and see how images tell stories of…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Inspiration
"The difference between a Lady and flower girl isn't how she behaves, but how she is…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
Join us for an inspiring guided walk with acclaimed photographer Joanne Coates, as we explore her…
Wed 14 Jan- 25 Mar (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Celebrate Mother's Day with relaxation, smoothies and quality time at Holte Spa. This Mother's…
A 48-Hour Retreat for Discovery & Replenishment of Mind, Body, and Spirit, for men and women. Fiona…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Sip & Paint with Gemma Longworth on Saturday 14th March, 1pm-3pm, £30. Celebrate Mother's Day…
As the 250th anniversary celebrations of JMW Turner come to an end, join Dean Hines on a tour…
The Brewery Poets return for a reading with a difference. Brewery Poet member Ilse Pedler has been…
The song of the curlew is one of the iconic harbingers of spring, but the numbers of breeding…
Formed in 1989 in the quiet town of Cinderford in England's Forest of Dean, EMF exploded onto the…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
The Flower Show is a competetive exhibtion of some 150 classes of flowering plants, and this is…
Confluences in Time brings together painter and textile artist Rachel Morrell and photographer…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Come and join Nick Cope for a brand new, delightful family concert, featuring all your favourite…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our…
Celebrate the important women in your life this Mother's Day with a delicious Afternoon Tea in the…


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