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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
The Watch Plays Genesis premieres 'Tales from 1970-1976'
"Take a little trip back from Trespass … to Wind and Wuthering."
The Watch are back, premiering an intense trip into the world of early Genesis, presenting a new show featuring the music of…
Barrow-in-Furness
'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 of Summer Lawns', 'Hejira', 'Don Juan's Reckless Daughter ' and…
Ambleside
Join professional artist Pui Lee for a full-day, hands-on introduction to Japanese papercraft, inspired by the iconic Daruma doll—a symbol of resilience, perseverance, and good fortune in Japanese culture.
This creative workshop begins with an…
122A Highgate, Kendal
The South are back on the road and do what they do best – perform the songs of that great British pop institution, The Beautiful South, to the thousands of fans of these timeless classics.
The South are an impressive 9-piece band who feature former…
Ambleside
Slow down and welcome the early days of spring with a day of mindful crafting, creating beautiful crepe paper snowdrops, delicate flowers that symbolise hope, renewal, and the quiet turning of the seasons. In this gentle, hands-on workshop, you'll…
Penrith
Anti clockwise walk around lake ullswater for hearts United. Starting and finishing at pooley bridge
2 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Hejira is a seven piece band devoted to Joni Mitchell's extraordinary late 1970s work, drawing much of its repertoire from the iconic live album Shadows And Light.
Expect an uplifting evening featuring classics such as Amelia, Woodstock, A Case Of…
2 Compston Rd, Ambleside
'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s.
Tickets: £25.00
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness & optimism, a time to focus our energy on creating and manifesting our dreams and goals. It calls us to embrace balance, love, and the beauty of…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
122A Highgate, Kendal
Winner of the Best Kids' Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival
After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy…
Nr Ulverston
The Lake District is England's only true mountain area. It has the most beautiful scenery in the land, with its bewitching mix of rugged mountains, deep gylls, shimmering lakes, bouncing waterfalls and attractive stone-built villages. Our solos…
Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
New Year. . . same problems!
It is the end of term and Godber's hilarious comedy masterpiece has been reset for our post Covid times. Bristling with teenage swagger and outlandish imagination, Salty, Gail and Hobby use their B.Tech Performance…
Inspiration
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on day creating your very own Memory Bear, lovingly guided by Monkey…
Wed 14 Jan- 25 Mar (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection. Experience…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
The Montane Grizedale Trail 13 & 26 takes place from Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, near…
Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces.…
A celebration of 120 years of musical theatre. As WAOS celebrate 120 years of bringing West End…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Thirlmere WI are organising a charity fund raiser showing the Calendar Girls film.
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…


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