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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
Following on fromGreenMatthews' 12 years of successful touring Christmas shows, Gaudete! is an expanded line up playing new and exciting arrangements of Chris and Sophie's popular festive fare. Featuring Emily Baineson early woodwinds and Richard…
Grasmere
On Christmas Day it was Dorothy's Wordsworth's birthday! Find out how Dorothy and her brother William celebrated when she lived in Dove Cottage over 200 years ago. We'll read some of her birthday journal entries and then try some Regency era…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
122A Highgate, Kendal
In the nooks and crannies of the old Shoemaker's shop live the Elves. These cheeky stowaways live off the odds and ends left behind at the end of the day; shoelaces, scraps of leather and sandwich crumbs. They stay hidden from the big world–that's…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Malt Room Standing
"Let's get ready…for crumble". The people's champions, The Lancashire Hotpots enter the ring for another round of music and mirth to give you the biggest night out of the year. Prepare for a no-holds barred night of unforgettable…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Verbalise is one of Brewery Arts' most beloved community events, where emerging voices meet world-renowned artists on a shared stage. Sign up and take part, or sit back and enjoy!
Come and hear brand new Christmas themed poetry. 12 open mic spaces…
Rosehill Industrial Estate, Carlisle
Carr's Billington is delighted to announce the return of its Charity Tractor Run, with the second annual event set to bring together farmers, families, rural communities and tractor enthusiasts for a festive celebration of countryside spirit and…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Starring: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Zooey Deschanel & Mary Steenburgen
A man raised by Santa's elves travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, who doesn't know he exists and is in desperate need of…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Starring Michael Caine
The Muppets put their spin on the tale of an elder, Christmas-hating miser who is visited by spirits who foretell his future and share secrets from his past and present, which helps change his view on life.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Follows Peppa Pig and her family as they celebrate Evie's first Christmas through seven festive episodes and four new songs, featuring snowy adventures, holiday plays, and tree decorating.
B5289, Keswick
Celebrate Christmas Day in the Lake District with an elegant and memorable 5-course Christmas Day lunch at the Borrowdale Hotel. Gather your family and friends for a truly special festive dining experience in one of the most scenic settings in the…
B5289, Keswick
Continue the festive celebrations with a traditional Boxing Day lunch in the Lake District at the Borrowdale Hotel, the perfect way to relax and indulge after Christmas Day.
Join us for a delicious 3-course Boxing Day roast, featuring perfectly…
Newby Bridge
Arrival Time: 6:30PM
Finish Time: 01:00 AM
Dress Code: Glamorous attire is strongly encouraged!
Event Highlights:
Enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal prepared by our top chefs
Savour delightful canapés that will tantalize your taste buds.
Kick off…
Inspiration
Partly inspired by the life and work of John Gough, the 'Blind philosopher' and polymath of Kendal…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Get ready to usher in the festive season at the Holker Hall Winter Market, one of the North West's…
Furness Youth Theatre presents a double bill of Ghost Town Halloween & Dracula Ghost Town…
Malt Room Standing Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet move with ease and confidence between swampy…
Cult horror, supernatural cinema and big-screen scares come to Brewery Arts this autumn, with…
Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
Looking for unique things to do in the Lake District this October? Back by popular demand, Go Ape…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
A programme of music written for string quartet. Tickets in our website or on the door - £22.00. …
Environmental and social change come to the big screen this autumn, with documentaries, short films…
Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
Thirty years. One seaside tradition. A lifetime of love. John Godber's September in the Rain is a…
Discover a vibrant selection of French-language cinema, from acclaimed contemporary releases and…
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
Mad Dog McRea can only be described as a pop-up festival – bursting with energy, colour, and an…
Set within Rose Castle's magnificent State Rooms, this elegant autumn experience is the perfect…
The world's finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in The…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through…
Our Swanfire Night has always been about bringing people together – a chance for our local…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston…


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