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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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  1. Penningtons Distillery Tour - Copper Still
    Penningtons Distillery Tour - Copper Still
    Pennington's Distillery Tour

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    Pennington's Spirits, Pennington's Spirits & Liqueurs (Pennington's Distillery), Unit 3 Millennium House, Boundary Bank, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5RR

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    01539592051

    info@penningtonspirits.com

    Boundary Bank, Kendal

    Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of Pennington's Spirits, an award-winning Lake District distillery based on the outskirts of Kendal.

    This behind-the-scenes distillery experience offers…

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    Pennington's Spirits, Kendal

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    1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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    Bellwethers: Fragility & Survival

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    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

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    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told through the voices of people in Barrow and Kendal.

    Step into an unseen world through immersive sound and film, artwork, poetry, and images created by…

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    Abbot Hall, Kendal

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    11 Apr 2026to3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  3. A grid made up of different images of artists artwork and colours
    A grid made up of different images of artists artwork and colours
    Joshua Donkor & Lela Harris: Familial Traces

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    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

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    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and humanity to figures who have been overlooked or marginalised by history, while Joshua Donkor collaboratively embeds the personal histories and cultural…

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    Abbot Hall, Kendal

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    11 Apr 2026to3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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    Close-up of layered white paper pieces stitched together with visible red thread, forming a patchwork surface with faint leaf prints and soft, texture
    The Paper Quilt Project

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    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

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    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on display in the gallery. This project has been designed in response to the two adjoining exhibitions; Bellwethers and Joshua Donkor & Lela Harris. Both…

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    Abbot Hall, Kendal

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    11 Apr 2026to19 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

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  5. Print Room Members Sessions
    Print Room Members Sessions
    Print Room Members Sessions

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    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    11am-3pm | 18+ yrs
    Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the opportunity to work in a safe, relaxed, and creative Print Room environment. Members have access to some specialist Print Room equipment and are able to pursue…

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    A wooden chair with a large rounded back dappled in sunlight
    Useful/Beautiful

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT

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    015394 46139

    ecooper@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, celebrating the makers, ideas and objects that have shaped our collection since opening our doors to the public in 2001.

    Set throughout the house, the…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    1 May 2026to29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  7. Cine-Social
    Cine-Social
    Cine-Social

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    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are chosen under a theme, then voted on by the participants. We watch the chosen film, then head to the bar for a drink and to chat. Finish times may…

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    6 May 2026to5 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 21:30

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    Hill Top Herdwick - Farm Tour

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    Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0LF

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    000000000000

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    Ambleside

    Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned by Beatrix Potter.

    The farm at Hill Top remains fully operational all year round just how Beatrix Potter loved and envisioned. The farm tour offers a…

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    From:
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    People inside an old farmhouse
    Townend guided tours

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    Townend, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LB

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    0344 249 1895

    townend@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Windermere

    Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable volunteers, this small-group tour offers a deeper exploration into the fascinating history of the people and objects connected to the home where one family…

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    Townend, Windermere

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    19 May 2026to29 Oct 2026Open 15:00 - 16:00

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  10. Cartmel Racecourse
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    Cartmel Racecourse

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    Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QF

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    01539536340

    info@cartmel-racecourse.co.uk

    The Racecourse, Cartmel

    Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.

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    Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel

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    23 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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    Introduction to Open Water Swimming

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    Rydal Water, -, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LW

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    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Ambleside

    Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead, Ambleside. The morning session is ideal for those who are new to outdoor swimming. It aims to enhance your knowledge and boost your confidence while…

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    Rydal Water, Ambleside

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    23 May 2026to18 July 2026Various Opening Times

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    Person and child jumping outdoors against a bright pink graphic background with bold text reading "Unleash Your Energy".
    Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Sizergh

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    Sizergh, National Trust - Sizergh, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE

    Telephone

    015395 69818

    sizergh@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Nr Kendal

    Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the woodland for each Mega Evolution Pokémon discover their powers and complete your own…

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    Sizergh, Kendal

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    23 May 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Cumbria Festival Chorus and Orchestra (led by Pam Redman) perform Verdi's great Requiem, conducted…

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