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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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Sedbergh
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape
As a printmaker using linocut and wood engraving, I create relief prints here at the Mill in my studio on level 2. From my sketches of the landscape of Cumbria I am inspired…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Cockermouth
Join us as writer, farmer and Lakes Future Farming Partnerships Manager Andrea Meanwell shares her stories and vision for the future of farming in the Lake District.
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth
Carlisle
Following the success of its inaugural event in 2023, the Cumbria Business Expo will return to Carlisle Racecourse in 2024 on Friday 20th September.
Grasmere
The epic swimrun event is back! An adventure through the stunning forests, lakes and mountains of the Lake District National Park. Come join us for the Ultra (45km), Full (21.1km) or Middle (12.3km) course, with options to join as a SOLO entry or as…
Crow Park Road, Keswick
One of the most scenic half marathon routes in the country. The challenging course takes you around Derwentwater with an extra loop into the Newlands valley.
Organised by Keswick Rugby Club
Bowness-on-Windermere
It's time for an evening of murder and melodrama as the stage is set for some super soprano sleuthing! The Divine Diva has died on the opening night and it's up to you to work in harmony, hit all the right notes and solve the crime. Was it the…
Main St, Ravenglass
Enjoy a fish & chip supper and a return evening train ride up the Eskdale valley. Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, and a fish & chip supper with mushy peas. In 2024 we…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
Kendal
Cinema | (12A) | 109 minutes
Romantics, dreamers, and thinkers will be captivated by this story of transformation, hope, and love.
Based on the award-winning memoir, Surprised by Oxford is the incredible true story of Caro Drake, a young,…
Moresby, Whitehaven
One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story of all time, and absolutely no budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong?
Frankenstein (On a Budget) features one actor, some decidedly dodgy…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
The Jerseys have performed in various prestigious venues, visiting the length and breadth of the UK. Some notable shows include a…
Cockermouth
Visit William and Dorothy Wordsworth's childhood home and enjoy some much-loved poems around the house to celebrate National Poetry Day.
Step back in time and explore the birthplace and childhood home of romantic poet William Wordsworth and his…
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth
Near.Kendal, Staveley
Focusing on the beautiful mosses and lichens, this workshop looks at ways to combine drawing and gouache painting and inktense to create marks, texture and colour in your landscape paintings.
Cowshed Creative, Staveley
Inspiration
A FULLY INCLUSIVE ACTIVITY 3 NIGHT WEEKEND FOR ADULTS from Friday 3rd - Monday 6th May. Our Adult…
Internationally and critically acclaimed, The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen…
Our 2024 gala celebration will be taking place from Saturday 4th May - Monday 6th May, as we…
New for our programme of creative classes, a chance to learn some sewing techniques with a takeaway…
If you're dreaming of an adventure by bike, check out the Cycle Touring Festival, taking place from…
Sally's Army invites you to join them on Sunday 5th May 2024 at 3pm in St Andrew's Church, Penrith…
Ambleside & District Choral Society present an evening with the three greatest composers of the…
Russell Mills, himself a graduate and former lecturer at the Royal College of Art, will explore an…
Forge Festival 2024 is an ambitious young person-led festival with young creatives and early career…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
This is the summer to Awaken Your Senses with the Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort's accessible…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
It is traditional at Beltane to jump the 'Bel fire' for good luck and prosperity, to purify and…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
APPRAISAL by Tim Marriott An annual work review that goes horribly wrong. Head of Department…
Carmen declares that any man she loves should beware. However, even she is unprepared for what will…
After a sizzling 2023 event, Sausage Festival is back for 2024. Join us for a family friendly…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Start your day with a Dawn Chorus Walk. 6.30am – 9.30am. Guided walk through Brantwood estate to…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
We've hidden space-themed geocaches as well as planet-themed and sea-themed painted rocks. While…
When people in Littlehampton--including conservative local Edith--begin to receive letters full of…
Enjoy a relaxed visit to the Gosling Sike wildlife garden where we'll share planting ideas that are…
Aigul Akmetshina performs the title role in Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production of…
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