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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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Kendal
Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the materiality of the medium, its physical and ethereal boundaries, and the enduring subculture of abstraction.
The exhibition is framed as a visual…
Ulverston
Female-only, non competitive walking event with bite-sized bits of adventure bookending the walk
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Looking for the ultimate family day out in Cumbria this summer?
Get ready for Summer of Fun on the Farm at Walby Farm Park – back for 2026 with weeks of adventure, fresh air and memory-making moments for the whole family.
Running throughout the…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Ambleside
Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray.
Designed for families and children of all ages, Wray's outdoor spaces will become a hive of activity.
Let your imagination run wild with natural play at Wray this summer.…
Wray, Ambleside
Kendal
Cumbria Festival Chorus and Orchestra (led by Pam Redman) perform Verdi's great Requiem, conducted by Ian Jones. Soloists Faye Bowness (soprano), Joyce Tindsley (mezzo-soprano), Jacob Clark (tenor) and Paul im Thurn (bass). Tickets £25 (under-18s…
Crooklands
The Wheels Up North Weekender 2026 is our flagship show of the year, set in the beautiful Lake District, where we aim to bring the best of our season together and celebrate all things automotive.
So if you fancy a weekend away, full of cars,…
W Strand, Whitehaven
Come and celebrate the opening of our Festival of Archaeology. There will be hands on activities from the past. Learn how Archaeologists use evidence from sites to date certain time periods and help tell the story of our ancestor.
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
The Promenade, Maryport
Every Sunday at 2pm
Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the volunteer guides. The tours last for 30-45 minutes and are subject to the weather. The fort is situated in farmland, which is uneven and there may be sheep…
Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport
Cark, Grange-Over-Sands
Crystal bowl sound bath infused with angelic reiki and guided meditation. An intimate space for a morning of calm to restore balance, clarity and a sense of inner peace.
Kendal
Immersion Theatre will be putting on their outdoor production of The Jungle Book at Levens Hall this season on Sunday 19th July.
Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildly entertaining musical adaptation of the…
Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen, Kendal
Haverigg, Millom
7.2 miler , multi terrain, charity run event
Braithwaite, Keswick
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Inspiration
"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by…
Discover 200 years of Rock Climbing history, from the earliest scrambles to the modern sport we…
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Crystal bowl sound bath infused with angelic reiki and guided meditation. An intimate space for a…
Live Music at Wainwrights' Inn this July. Friday 3rd July. Kev Kendal. 8-10pm Saturday 18th July.…
14 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
Immersion Theatre will be putting on their outdoor production of The Jungle Book at Levens Hall…
12-4pm | 16+ yrs Introduction to Stained Glass is designed to teach all the basic skills in order…
Pink Floyd by Candlelight is an intimate acoustic concert celebrating the music of Pink Floyd.…
The Swim to Devils Chimney is another one of our favourite island-hopping adventures, this time on…
Our popular Block Printing Workshops return to the calendar on Saturday 30 May and Saturday 18…
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in 1984. The duo made a huge impact with the…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
You've read the novels, You've listened to the audio books, You've got all of the special…
Cumbria Festival Chorus and Orchestra (led by Pam Redman) perform Verdi's great Requiem, conducted…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Join our experienced, knowledgeable ranger as they lead your family around our amazing forest and…
An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle. These sessions are accessible;…


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