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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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Ulverston
Velo Retro is ready for its 10th anniversary year. The only retro and vintage cycling event in the English Lake District, where for one weekend, steel vintage bikes rule and retro cycling jerseys are cool!
Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery
Kendal
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation. Join us as we take you through a brief history of the Strickland family, who have lived at Sizergh for nearly 800 years. Then take a wander through the gardens and learn how they…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Ulverston
Based in the centre of the brilliant old market town of Ulverston, Retro Rendezvous is a full weekend of fabulous retro fun. Music, food, dance, clothes, markets, vintage cars, scooters, motorcycles, and the famous Velo Retro old school cycling…
Keswick
Brought to you by the National Trust for Geo Week. Come and join us for a rare opportunity to visit the processing mill at Force Crag Mine. To make this event more inclusive, we would like to offer transport for those who may have difficulty getting…
Kendal
Create your own silver pendant or earrings inspired by the natural world. Silver clay is fun, fast to learn and full of creative alchemy. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience.
Penrith
A 13 or 26 mile trek for supporters of Alzheimer's Society to raise funds.
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
Seascale
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the highest mountain in England. This is a group event, welcoming individuals and groups for bookings.
Brampton
Born and bought up in Yorkshire, Charlie and his family moved to Cumbria more than forty years ago, drawn by memories of many summers spent on the shores of Ullswater at Sandwick Bay.
Gallery North West, Brampton
Brampton
Daniel Hester is an artist/musician exploring and working in a variety of disciplines, currently focused on fine art, original folk music and nature photography.
Gallery North West, Brampton
Kendal
Tickets £28 | Age Guidance 14 + | Theatre
Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights' returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.
As well as venturing into the audience to…
Sedbergh
A luxury wellbeing retreat designed especially for people living with chronic fatigue. Four days and nights of gentle nourishment for body and mind in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside.
All the benefits of a retreat, with the flexibility and…
Inspiration
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
APPRAISAL by Tim Marriott An annual work review that goes horribly wrong. Head of Department…
It is traditional at Beltane to jump the 'Bel fire' for good luck and prosperity, to purify and…
After a sizzling 2023 event, Sausage Festival is back for 2024. Join us for a family friendly…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo's landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
Simply enter the event, then choose whichever course you prefer daily. With six courses to choose…
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market. In…
Start your day with a Dawn Chorus Walk. 6.30am – 9.30am. Guided walk through Brantwood estate to…
Theresa Taylor is an artist based in Lancaster, at the edge of the Bowland Fells. She works out of…
Join us for celestial exploration of flavour for one night only, Saturday 4th May 2024. To…
Spending that unplanned night out in the outdoors is always daunting. Always be prepared – learn…
Internationally and critically acclaimed, The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen…
Sally's Army invites you to join them on Sunday 5th May 2024 at 3pm in St Andrew's Church, Penrith…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Ambleside & District Choral Society present an evening with the three greatest composers of the…
Join nature expert, Gemma and local photographer, Ginny Koppenhol for a nature experience with a…
If you're dreaming of an adventure by bike, check out the Cycle Touring Festival, taking place from…
Forge Festival 2024 is an ambitious young person-led festival with young creatives and early career…
Enjoy a relaxed visit to the Gosling Sike wildlife garden where we'll share planting ideas that are…
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