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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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The Abbey, Carlisle
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market.
In the historic grounds of the Cathedral you'll find everything from homemade goodies to artisan crafts, charity stalls and gifts for all occasions. All…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Finsthwaite, Lakeside
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally millions of wooden bobbins vital to the Lancashire spinning and weaving industries. It is the only working bobbin mill left in the Lake District…
Stott Park Bobbin Mill, Newby Bridge
Backbarrow, Newby Bridge
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the museum.
Lakeland Motor Museum, Ulverston
Barrow-in-Furness
We've hidden space-themed geocaches as well as planet-themed and sea-themed painted rocks. While looking for geocaches and rocks, you are likely to encounter abandoned fishing gear and marine litter. We will be providing beach clean equipment so…
Ambleside
Ambleside & District Choral Society present an evening with the three greatest composers of the Golden Age of music in Vienna – Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven. The concert will feature Mozart's masterpiece, The Requiem, Beethoven's joyful Choral…
Windermere
Spending that unplanned night out in the outdoors is always daunting. Always be prepared – learn the skills to be self-sufficient in the wild and implement them in our reality-based two day bushcraft and survival training experience in the Lake…
Whitehaven
Aigul Akmetshina performs the title role in Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production of Bizet's ever-popular opera.
Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production evokes all the passion and heat of Bizet's score, which features Carmen's sultry…
Coniston
Start your day with a Dawn Chorus Walk. 6.30am – 9.30am. Guided walk through Brantwood estate to listen to and identify our woodland and garden birds.
Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin, Coniston
Penrith
Sally's Army invites you to join them on
Sunday 5th May 2024 at 3pm in St Andrew's Church, Penrith to Sing As We Go in an 'interactive Singing experience'.
Brampton
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible trench talks. Experience live archaeological excavations with a multi-sensory experience from our accessible, indoor Activity Centre with fortnightly…
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
County Square, Ulverston
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo's landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy.
Taking the audience on a journey 'in time', a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical…
Houghton Rd, Carlisle
Enjoy a relaxed visit to the Gosling Sike wildlife garden where we'll share planting ideas that are perfect for pollinators and garden birds, demonstrate how native species work brilliantly in gardens, and give advice on how to make your garden a…
Inspiration
Brought to you by the National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, join this transformational event…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
Cross Lane Projects is pleased to present a solo exhibition of new work by Lee Holden, winner of…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Wrap up warm and join our expert Ranger Rob for a chance to spot a hawfinch at first light.…
Join us for a splash of colour in this exciting and playful process. No experience needed, just…
Film: Royal Opera House: Swan Lake Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and…
The Montane Trail 13 & 26 Howgills is one of our most popular routes. Choose the half marathon or…
Theresa Taylor is an artist based in Lancaster, at the edge of the Bowland Fells. She works out of…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
Create a unique piece of silver jewellery that will be a joy to wear or make a perfect gift.…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
The Wild Murphy's are a very lively Irish covers group based in the north east of England. Over…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
£70 plus £5 for materials on the day Come and enjoy a day of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom.…
Join us in the woods and meadows for a morning of foraging, nature connection, discovery and plant…
Between 1939 and 1945 a significant proportion of Britain's national collection of modern art from…
Journey into acrylics with this serene scene – a swan gracefully adrift on a tranquil autumn lake.
The Women's Adventure Film Tour is coming soon with its highly anticipated 8th season. It features…
Ladies from West Cumbria - join Jo from JAG Outdoors for this special free Dark Skies Walk at…
Connect with other visitors and explore the space through their illustrations and ideas. Engage…
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