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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
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McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle are one of the most important and sought-after collaborations in contemporary Celtic music; a true folk supergroup whose influence reaches far beyond the tradition.
Individually, they are…
122A Highgate, Kendal
After a sell-out debut tour and an appearance on Live at the Apollo, Jack Skipper is back with his brand-new show, Nothing Heavy.
Expect more of Jack's brilliantly relatable stand-up, as he tries to make sense of life, getting older and everything…
Moresby, Whitehaven
After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK's dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy.
Don't miss his trademark high-energy exasperation and razor-sharp observations that leave…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Kick your festival weekend off with the Trailhead Social!
This is where the festival really begins. The Trailhead Social brings together riders, adventurers, exhibitors and festival-goers for an evening packed with great company, great beer, and…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Get ready for a weekend of inspiration, exploration and two-wheeled adventure at the Adventure Motorbike Film Festival, the UK's only festival dedicated entirely to adventure motorcycle films.
Taking place at Kendal's Brewery Arts Centre on 26 to…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Ash Dickinson has been full-time as a poet since 2008. A multiple slam champion, he has performed in Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, Spain, Jordan, Denmark, The Netherlands, France, the Czech Republic and Germany, and headlined countless shows…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Spurred on by a bet, two young men hatch a plan to test the fidelity of their girlfriends. What follows is a slippery game of seduction and power, the four lovers plunging into a dizzying world of shifting reality, where truth becomes…
Ambleside
There is something wonderfully compelling about setting out: leaving the familiar shore, pushing the boat into the water, and discovering what might lie beyond the next headland.
Led by Rev. Mike Green, this two-day Christian retreat at Rydal Hall…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Join the investigation in 'Can You Catch a Serial Killer?' Step inside real-life cases through dramatized crime scene mock-ups, criminal profiling, investigative techniques, forensic evidence, and simulated autopsies. You'll connect the dots,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
With their highly melodic and lyrical instrumentals and "less is more" approach, Espen Eriksen Trio is often credited for their unique voice within today's jazz scene by the international press. To quote Stuart Nicholson in Jazzwise: "One of the…
Bampton
Join us for the 25th Anniversary of the Haweswater Half Marathon. This rewarding out and back course on quiet undulating roads passes along the shores of Haweswater with incredible views in this Lake District valley.
A perfect race for those…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Three years on from their acclaimed debut Double You, Welsh-Irish harp-violin duo Catrin Finch and Aoife Ní Bhriain release their second album Bright Lights in February 2027. In a world rife with conflict and disconnection, their music offers a…
Inspiration
Back by popular demand! Step into a world of magic at The Beacon Museum! Get ready to wave your…
Come for an evening of entertainment and delight with these two wonderful choirs – one visiting,…
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through…
Step into the glamour and intrigue of the roaring twenties for a night unlike any other at Merewood…
The international hit musical comes to the big screen! Winner of eight Tony Awards in 2019…
Join us for an enchanting evening of music, sung by the Carlisle Cathedral Cantate Children's…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in…
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's…
In space no one can hear you dream. In the year 2194, humanity is scattered around the solar…
It's been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden…
Looking for unique things to do in the Lake District this October? Back by popular demand, Go Ape…
Come and taste different varieties of apples and explore our orchard. During these weekends,…
Join us for our planetarium show about a fascinating topic in astronomy. We begin with a…
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light.…
Join Sue, a local textile artist, for a relaxed and creative morning making your own handsewn…
Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
Join us for an inspiring planetarium show guaranteed to leave you excited and hopeful for the…
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
'Stranger Folk', a magical new digital adventure played by mobile app, is haunting Allan Bank…


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