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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
Ian Stone is 'Looking for the Wow'
"Life can't just be the humdrum, the mundane and the routine before the inevitable slide of disease, decay and death. Why can't we sneak in a bit of awesome, a tad of amazing and maybe a smidge of wonderful?" A…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Mad Dog McRea can only be described as a pop-up festival – bursting with energy, colour, and an infectious mix of folk, rock and Celtic influences.
Hailing from Plymouth & Donegal in Ireland, the band has built a reputation for raucous live shows,…
Keswick
This Christmas, prepare for a festive tale with a ghostly twist.
It's midnight on Christmas Eve, join us for a haunted Carol service as a spooky choir and the spirits of Christmas race to save the soul of Ebenezer Scrooge. Scrooge is a hard-nosed…
Little Crosthwaite, Keswick
Embrace winter with fresh air, star-gazing and warm waters.
Escape to the Lakes this winter and immerse yourself in our Dark Skies experience. This themed weekend is ideal for those who love nature, serenity and are interested in the night sky. Our…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Following the overwhelming response to last year's celebrated Two Wheels Good tour, Martin McAloon is hitting the road again this autumn — this time bringing Prefab Sprout's landmark album Steve McQueen to towns, cities and venues that the tour…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Get inspired this Winter as we welcome the Whitehaven Flower Club and guest arranger Venessa Wellock to Rosehill kick off the run up to Christmas with some spectacular demonstrations.
Vanessa has been a floral designer specialising in wedding flowers…
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
This November, the much-loved Winter Craft Fair returns to Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house and for 2026, there's even more to enjoy as the fair takes place across two consecutive weekends!
Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind gift,…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Kendal
One of the most unique and enjoyable live dub acts on the planet, Zion Train's use of dynamic onstage dub mixing whilst performing alongside acoustic instruments and exceptional vocalists make this group one of a kind.
Zion Train were initially…
Millom
Get ready for a night of pure feel-good music with Forever Diamond, the concert that celebrates Neil Diamond's legendary songs in this stunning live production.
Starring Gary Benjafield, whose voice has filled theatres for many years, together with…
122A Highgate, Kendal
A 20th-anniversary screening tour of Graham Fellows' much loved comedy documentary It's Nice Up North starring his alter ego John Shuttleworth. The tour is also being presented as a tribute to the late Martin Parr, the celebrated photographer who…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Martin Simpson will release his new album Some Kind of Jubilee on Topic Records, his musical home for more than two decades, and joins us at Rosehill to celebrate this release and play songs from the album.
The…
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
This Christmas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer takes to the skies in a spectacular drone light show at Carlisle Racecourse.
Coming to Cumbria for the first time, this magical family event will bring Rudolph's heart-warming story to life through…
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
Inspiration
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
We are very pleased to bring you a new exhibition to the Dock Museum, "What the sea decides to give…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
Book your place on a beginners half day fusing and slumping course at the RD Glass studio. Learn a…
Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using…
You're seven years old. Mum's in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Loweswater Agricultural Show is a traditional Lake District country show set in the stunning…
14 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
A Geography of Absence: Walking the small town: An illustrated talk with Julian Hyde Over many…
The Northern String Quartet is a highly acclaimed and award-winning ensemble based in the UK,…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Long distance swimming isn't just about being in the water, it's about the journey. Swimming the…
Seasonal Everlasting Wreath Workshop with Isobelle Stothert £70 plus £20 materials fee payable on…
Taking THE ROC's unique 5 stage triathlon format into the Lake District, one of the most inspiring…
Looking for the ultimate family day out in Cumbria this summer? Get ready for Summer of Fun on the…


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