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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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Kirkby Lonsdale, CARNFORTH
Following their sold-out UK tour in May 2024, and festival appearances at the Cambridge Folk Festival in summer 2024, Rum Ragged will once again bring their distinct blend of Newfoundland traditional music to the UK
Rum Ragged has always put a…
St. Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Kirkby Lonsdale
North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025
Create your own distilled gin or vodka in this hands-on experience hosted by Shed One founders and distillers, Andy and Zoe.
Begin with a welcome drink and guided distillery tour, then…
Church St, Ambleside
Virginia Woolf defied literary conventions to depict rich inner worlds – her heightened, startling and poignant reality. Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor leads a luminous artistic team to evoke Woolf's signature stream of consciousness writing…
Cockermouth
The Brodsky Quartet have worked across musical genres and collaborated with, among others, Elvis Costello, Björk, Sting and Jacqui Dankworth. Here their programme comprises 18th, 19th and 20th century music.
Adagio and Fugue K546: Wolfgang Amadeus…
Auctionmart Ln, Penrith
A 1920s comedy. Fallen Angels is a farcical romp of misunderstandings and hilarity between two good friends and an old lover.
Bampton, Penrith
Did you know we have rainforest in Cumbria?
Join our RSPB Assistant Warden Richard to learn more about this incredible but rare habitat.
After a warm welcome and introduction, you'll take a look at the next generation of baby rainforest growing in…
Wild Haweswater, Penrith
122A Highgate, Kendal
With self-effacing humour and stories told of growing up on a remote Irish island, Niall McCabe possesses an effortless charm which both captivates and liberates his audience. Like the wild Atlantic landscape of his home, McCabe's songs feel…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Musical – Tommy (1975)
Ken Russell's flamboyant rock opera follows a "deaf, dumb and blind" boy who becomes a pinball prodigy and spiritual icon. Featuring music by The Who and star turns from Roger Daltrey, Elton John, and Ann-Margret.
Director:…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Comprised of frontman Joe Keogh, bassist Tomas Sperring, and keyboardist Henry Wyeth, Amber Run have managed not just to continue but to thrive on their own terms through making music together.
The trio first captivated audiences in 2014 with the…
Keswick
Hornfels Brass is a Cumbrian based quartet comprising of highly experienced musicians who have played at the highest level in the brass bands world.
With two cornets, a euphonium and an Eb Bass, the quartet is here to entertain you with music from…
Bowness-on-Windermere
It's a show that's more fun than a barrel of hobbits!
What happens when a cinema's Lord of the Rings marathon goes terribly wrong? At the local cinema, all hell breaks loose when the ushers misplace the DVDs of The Lord of the Rings trilogy – every…
Bowness on Windermere
Cumbria's biggest comedy club, Planet Mirth (est 2010)!
Featuring four award-winning, Edinburgh Fringe-storming, prime time TV-smashing acts.
MICK FERRY –
A great comedian – John Bishop
As seen on Michael McIntyre's Roadshow
CHRISTIAN REILLY
"Funny…
Inspiration
Follow the Money is a musical comedy based on the memories of women who were the frontline…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Artseen Tuesday is a fun and lively class. Here you can develop your skills in art, craft and…
The Full Snow Moon in Leo illuminates our path to self-expression, confidence, and creative power.…
Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on day creating your very own Memory Bear, lovingly guided by Monkey…
Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be…
Slideshow and talk with a visual as well a actual taste of Plov,the National dish of Uzbekistan
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Wed 14 Jan-25 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection. Experience…
Wed 14 Jan- 25 Mar (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
The Montane Grizedale Trail 13 & 26 takes place from Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, near…
A celebration of 120 years of musical theatre. As WAOS celebrate 120 years of bringing West End…
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome EP Stephens back to…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…


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