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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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Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
We're delighted to invite you to a special Meet the Maker event with artist Frances Priest, offering a rare opportunity to experience her creative process up close at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house.
The event will include an artist-led tour…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
With all those early mornings, muddy school runs and hours spent cheering from the sidelines, isn't it time you enjoyed a well-deserved treat?
This Mother's Day, we're celebrating all the incredible mums who do it all.
Join us on Saturday 14 &…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Carlisle
Step into the radiant world of Carlisle Cathedral's stained glass with our brand‑new tour, Sacred Light: The Stained Glass of Carlisle Cathedral.
Launched in celebration of our East Window being voted the nation's favourite cathedral window by the…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Ambleside
Sip & Paint with Gemma Longworth on Saturday 14th March, 1pm-3pm, £30.
Celebrate Mother's Day in style with a complimentary glass of Prosecco as you unleash your creativity in a guided glass‑vase painting workshop, led by the talented Gemma…
Kendal
An exhibition of spring-flowering plants combined with a plant fair featuring 8 nurseries from across the UK.
Kendal
The Flower Show is a competetive exhibtion of some 150 classes of flowering plants, and this is combined with a Plant Fair where visitors can purchase from different specialist nurseries from all over the UK.
The event is organised for the Alpine…
Cockermouth
The West Lakeland Orchestra exists to bring live symphonic music to audiences in Cumbria and to enable amateur musicians to enjoy music making.
Grasmere
As the 250th anniversary celebrations of JMW Turner come to an end, join Dean Hines on a tour through the Lakes inspired by the Turner watercolours in the Wordsworth Trust's fine art collection. These works, composed at opposite ends of Turner's…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Newby Bridge
Join us at The Swan for a beautifully immersive candle making experience led by local artisans Pure Lakes, inspired by the natural beauty of the Lake District.
Known for their dedication to harnessing the power of nature, Pure Lakes invite you to…
North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025
Create your own distilled gin or vodka in this hands-on experience hosted by Shed One founders and distillers, Andy and Zoe.
Begin with a welcome drink and guided distillery tour, then…
Newby Bridge
Celebrate Mother's Day with relaxation, smoothies and quality time at Holte Spa.
This Mother's Day, swap the usual gifts for something truly meaningful — time together.
Our Mother & Teen Spa Experience invites mums and their teens (aged 16–18) to…
Dalemain, Penrith
Celebrate the important women in your life this Mother's Day with a delicious Afternoon Tea in the Mediaeval Hall. Ticket includes Garden access. Spaces are limited and must be prebooked. Adults £34.00, Children under 12 £14.00
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
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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