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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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Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Rob Young to The Swan on the 3rd April for an evening of live music.
Enjoy the longer evenings with the Rob – a singer songwriter, purveyor of roots acoustic blues, ragtime, the old-time banjo sounds of Appalachia…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Grammy-nominated innovators Manu Delago (handpan) and Max ZT (hammered dulcimer) come together in a bold new duo that reimagines the sonic possibilities of their instruments. Drawing from a lifetime of global collaboration, deep improvisation, and…
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
Kirkby Stephen
Annual Easter Exhibition of Brough and Stainmore Art Group. There's no entry fee and all are welcome to come and enjoy our members work. If you're tempted, original artwork, prints and cards are available to buy. On Saturday and Sunday you'll…
Hawkshead
Join in the fun this Easter Saturday
As part of our 'Wrestle' exhibition Grizedale is hosting a Cumberland & Westmorland wrestling competition, organised by the CWWA.
The event will begin with a short demonstration introducing the sport's…
Backbarrow
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for our monthly morning meet at the Lakeland Motor Museum. Whether you're a classic car owner, motoring enthusiast, or simply love seeing beautiful vintage vehicles, everyone is welcome!
Lakeland Motor Museum, Ulverston
Newby Bridge
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs, with a special interest in jazz 'n' blues. Her soulful vocals and jazzy piano styles make her live performances a great experience.
We're looking…
122A Highgate, Kendal
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration with international fusion vocalist Deepa Shakthi. The resulting album 'Turn O Spinning Wheel', released in October 2025, is brimming with…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Celebrate spring with a joyful day out at Rosehill's Easter Market!
Join us from 11:00–16:00 as we transform our first, second floors, and our courtyard into a vibrant marketplace filled with creativity, craft, and community spirit.
Discover a…
Bowness-On-Windermere
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be prepared to sing, dance and laugh your way through a magic show filled with Silly Spells, Hilarious Puppets and all round fun for the entire family
B5289, Keswick
Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel.
Enjoy comforting starters, unlimited plates of Cumbrian beef, Lakeland chicken and classic Sunday trimmings, then finish with a traditional pudding.
2…
Newby Bridge
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel!
Taking place on Sunday 5th April from 3pm – 5pm with pizza, chips and live entertainment. Tickets are just £14 per child – Supervising adults go free.
Please note the pizza and…
Inspiration
Discover the work of acclaimed artist Julian Cooper at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Cumbria,…
Looking for a family-friendly creative activity during half-term? Look no further than our craft…
Easter Little Engineers' Days at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Bring curious minds, creative…
Join us for a FREE Easter Trail around Kents Bank and Main Street. Collect your trail map and…
Confluences in Time brings together painter and textile artist Rachel Morrell and photographer…
Soft Machine is one of the greatest UK avant/jazz-rock bands of all time. Their work, from their…
Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Carlisle is gearing up for the much anticipated return of the International Market. An open air…
Join me - local guide Emma Seery - and some fellow explorers, for a group walk in the beautiful…
Easter at Levens Hall 28 March – 6 April Spring is arriving at Levens Hall, and we're opening our…
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom! Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom! Help collect the…
Journey through the awe-inspiring legends of Bubbleland, as they are brought to life in a breath…
Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Staying at The Swan this Easter? Why not join us on Sunday 5th April, for our very own swanderful…
Join us in the Learning Centre this Easter Holidays for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration…
Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be…
Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…


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