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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
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.
Fronted…
Kendal
Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide. Drawing upon a dazzling myriad of influences from jigs and reels…
Kendal
Jason Byrne is back and "Byrning" brighter than ever, celebrating 30 glorious years of stand-up with his brand-new show, 30 Years Byrning.
Byrne delivers a riotous night of high-energy storytelling, surreal tangents and unstoppable laughter.…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back…
With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Kendal
TRIP, born out of the vibrant Glasgow traditional music scene, unite the kindred Celtic traditions of Scotland, Ireland, Northumbria and the Isle of Man.
Their trademark sound is dynamic, driven and distinctive and celebrates the band's roots in…
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!
Come and join us for a night of…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Get ready for a spooktacular celebration at Halloween at Holker, where festive fun comes alive for all ages! Join us in the enchanting Holker Hall & Gardens for an unforgettable seasonal experience featuring the magical storytelling of Taffy Thomas,…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
122A Highgate, Kendal
One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby… Scott Bennett from Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance and The News Quiz tells the amazing true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition, congenital…
Glenridding
Experience the magic of Ullswater in autumn with our special 2.5 hour photography cruise hosted by Charlotte Graham.
"Charlotte Graham is a professional photographer based in Cumbria in the north of England. Her unique combination of technical and…
Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding
122A Highgate, Kendal
Following a stellar performance in 2025, Hejira return to Brewery Arts.
Hejira is an outstanding 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s. Having released the albums The Hissing…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Get ready to usher in the festive season at the Holker Hall Winter Market, one of the North West's most eagerly-anticipated seasonal events! Set within the stunning grounds of Holker Hall & Gardens, this magical three-day market celebrates the very…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Inspiration
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail with fun activities for you to do along the way.…
Carlisle is gearing up for the much anticipated return of the International Market. An open air…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Celebrate Easter Weekend at Holker Hall & Gardens with a fun-filled programme for the whole family!…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This…
Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens invites guests to an intimate evening of seasonal dining,…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon A comic radio play presented live on stage. What is the mystery of…
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
Come and enjoy Swarthmoor at Easter! Complete the trail around our gardens to find the 12 letters…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
Join us for a FREE Easter Trail around Kents Bank and Main Street. Collect your trail map and…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 5th April…
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
xplore our Collection Galleries for less while we prepare for our upcoming exhibitions. From…
From the new Story Time series of family musicals by the creators of There Was An Old Lady Who…
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
We're excited to be working with talented photographer and teacher, Dave Wilson, to bring you this…
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for our monthly morning meet at the Lakeland Motor…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
The Lake District is England's only true mountain area. It has the most beautiful scenery in the…


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