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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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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
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
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
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…
Penrith
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty. It is within reach of Leeds, Middlesbrough,…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Bowness-on-Windermere
Ursula Leveaux, bassoon | Martin Hughes, violin
Fay Sweet, viola | Deborah Findley, cello
Programme to include:
VOGEL | Quartet Op. 5, No. 1 in F major]
KODÁLY | Intermezzo for string trio
KROMMER | Quartet Op. 46 No. 1 in B flat major
Moresby, Whitehaven
Irish Folk Legends THE FUREYS Announce Final Concert as Part of Farewell Tour
After numerous visits here for many decades, THE FUREYS will play their final concert as part of their FAREWELL TOUR.
Legends of Irish music & song, The FUREYS renowned…
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!
More Spring Comedy fun to brighten up…
Penrith
Experience the magic of Coldplay in an intimate village hall setting as the UK's leading Coldplay tribute band brings you all the hits, from Yellow and Viva La Vida to A Sky Full of Stars and Fix You.
This exclusive show will capture the energy,…
Barrow-in-Furness
Reelin' in the Dan are an ensemble celebrating the music of Steely Dan, performing songs from the catalogue between 1972-1980. Born from a shared passion for, and upbringing on, Walter Becker and Donald Fagan's songwriting prowess, the young band is…
Inspiration
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on day creating your very own Memory Bear, lovingly guided by Monkey…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection. Experience…
Thirlmere WI are organising a charity fund raiser showing the Calendar Girls film.
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
The Montane Grizedale Trail 13 & 26 takes place from Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, near…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral. Climb up to our clerestory to experience…
Slideshow and talk with a visual as well a actual taste of Plov,the National dish of Uzbekistan
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
A celebration of 120 years of musical theatre. As WAOS celebrate 120 years of bringing West End…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
Victoria Wood remains one of Britain's most cherished entertainers – a comic genius whose work…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces.…


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