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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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Coniston
Road Race around Coniston Water
Bowness-on-Windermere
Get ready for one of the most exciting live bands in Britain today. Hardwicke Circus bring an irresistible mix of energy, soul, and swagger — drawing comparisons to The E Street Band, Dexys Midnight Runners, and The Waterboys, while remaining…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Hardwicke Circus - Live in Concert @ The Royalty (Bowness)- 21 March 2026
Get ready for one of the most exciting live bands in Britain today. Hardwicke Circus bring an irresistible mix of energy, soul, and swagger — drawing comparisons to The E…
122A Highgate, Kendal
You may have encountered the dynamic personality of Huey Morgan in many ways. Frontman, radio and television broadcaster, author and DJ, Huey is many things at once. Coming to prominence as the frontman and driving force of the eclectic American…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Two out-of-work actors -- the anxious, luckless Marwood and his acerbic, alcoholic friend, Withnail -- spend their days drifting between their squalid flat, the unemployment office and the pub.
When they take a holiday "by mistake" at the country…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Bowness-on-Windermere
Every hospital, medical-based, Doctors-and-Nurses cliche-ridden drama onstage in a comedy mash-up spoof!
It's Dr Ann Fleming's first day at St David's, where her unfortunately-named mentor Dr Death, is determined to show her who's boss. As medical…
Penrith
Recce run for the Lakeland 100 2026 between Buttermere & Dalemain. This run is open to competitors and non-competitors.
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
Ambleside
During your stay, you'll get hands-on guidance from our experienced gardeners, with a variety of tasks that keep the formal gardens and surrounding areas looking their best. Each day will bring something different but here are some of the activities…
Moresby, Whitehaven
The Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with another highly charged stage adaptation.
This year sees the Society take on the 1818 gothic novel, Frankenstein originally written by Mary Shelley and adapted to the stage…
Barrow-in-Furness
In this special semi-acoustic performance, Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level. Barbara lets the words and melodies take 'centre stage' as she performs a wonderful range of material…
Bowness-on-Windermere
When Shakespeare died, he famously left his wife Anne only one thing – the second best bed. This superb one-woman play, full of both humour and pathos, has received great critical acclaim since its premier at the Swan Theatre Worcester in 2012.
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Inspiration
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on day creating your very own Memory Bear, lovingly guided by Monkey…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection. Experience…
Thirlmere WI are organising a charity fund raiser showing the Calendar Girls film.
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
The Montane Grizedale Trail 13 & 26 takes place from Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, near…
As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral. Climb up to our clerestory to experience…
Slideshow and talk with a visual as well a actual taste of Plov,the National dish of Uzbekistan
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
A celebration of 120 years of musical theatre. As WAOS celebrate 120 years of bringing West End…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
Victoria Wood remains one of Britain's most cherished entertainers – a comic genius whose work…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces.…


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